Yemen’s Houthi rebels have warned shippers that any vessel traveling through the region, including those linked to Israel, is a target for attack. The warning was issued after four-day deadline expired without aid shipments being allowed into Gaza. The Houthis claim their actions are driven by a desire to pressure Israel to reopen crossings and … Read more
A recent experiment conducted by Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost spacecraft has successfully started drilling into the lunar surface, marking a significant milestone in the company’s mission to better understand the geology of the Moon. After touching down on the Moon just days earlier, the lander quickly met its demise when it stumbled and fell onto … Read more
A quiet revolution is brewing in the market for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, with Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) and Roche Holdings (RHHBY) gaining ground on incumbent Novo Nordisk (NVO). The two companies have signed agreements to produce GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, which could challenge Novo Nordisk’s dominance in the market. Viking has partnered with CordenPharma to manufacture its … Read more
Goldman Sachs has lowered its target price for the S&P 500, citing the impact of the Trump administration’s ongoing tariff policy on stock market valuations. The move comes as Wall Street strategists grapple with the challenges posed by ever-changing trade policies. In a surprise move, JPMorgan reiterated its year-end S&P 500 target but expressed caution … Read more
Atlético Madrid’s Champions League hopes were dealt a blow after a penalty kick was disallowed in their 1-0 defeat to Real Madrid on Wednesday. The penalty, taken by forward Julián Álvarez, was rejected after a VAR check determined that he had touched the ball twice with each foot. However, footage appearing to show Álvarez acknowledging … Read more
US negotiators arrived in Moscow on Thursday for talks with Russia on a temporary ceasefire deal. The White House-brokered agreement, which would last 30 days and could be extended by mutual agreement, is being closely watched to gauge Russia’s seriousness about ending the war against Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin has yet to comment on … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s unpredictable policy shifts are leaving investors on edge, making the stock market “untradable.” The uncertainty has led to a 9% drop in the S&P 500 index since its peak last month, with large daily swings. Investors are taking defensive measures, such as hedging against further big stock moves and positioning themselves … Read more
A US tourist who was filmed taking a wild wombat from its mother on a country road in southeastern Australia may be banned from the country if her visa review finds she has breached conditions. Sam Jones, a social media influencer with 92,000 followers, was caught on camera picking up and running off with the … Read more
Kim Kardashian may have one lingering regret from her short-lived marriage to Kris Humphries. In an episode of “The Kardashians,” the SKIMS founder, now 44, reflected on her three engagement rings. She reminisced about her first ring, a cushion cut 14-karat diamond, given by her ex-husband Damon Thomas during their four-year marriage. Kim also discussed … Read more
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is conducting a research investigation to determine if there’s a link between childhood vaccinations and autism risk, despite health experts’ long-standing assertion that no substantial scientific evidence supports this claim. The move comes after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed the agency will leave “no … Read more