Starliner Astronauts Prepare for Journey Home After Months in Space

NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, part of the Crew-9 mission, are finally ready to return to Earth after months-long stay on the International Space Station (ISS). The two veteran NASA astronauts, who were originally scheduled to leave the station in June but faced technical issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, had their plans … Read more

Stellantis and VW Face €5.8 Billion Tariff Risk Under US President Trump

European automakers Stellantis NV and Volkswagen AG are facing significant financial risks due to the new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on vehicles imported from Mexico and Canada. The Bloomberg Intelligence estimates that these levies could result in a loss of €5.88 billion ($6.2 billion) for European automakers this year, primarily affecting Stellantis … Read more

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US Tariffs Hit Mexico, Canada; Prices to Soar?

US retailers are bracing for higher produce prices as a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports took effect Tuesday. Target CEO Brian Cornell warned that shoppers will likely see price increases over the next couple of days. The tariffs, part of a trade war sparked by the US, will hit Mexico and Canada hard, … Read more

Oscars Attract Record-Breaking Audience Despite Smaller Films

The 97th Academy Awards ceremony saw a significant increase in viewership despite the dominance of smaller films like “Anora,” which won five Oscars, including best picture. According to ABC, an estimated 19.7 million people watched the show, making it the largest audience in five years. This is a notable improvement from last year’s 19.5 million … Read more

Ancient Amphibians Thrived in Post-Extinction Freshwater Ecosystems

A 252 million-year-old mass extinction event that wiped out 90% of species, the end-Permian extinction marked a critical turning point for life on Earth. While many species disappeared forever, ancient amphibians, specifically temnospondyls, managed to bounce back and exploit freshwater prey in their wake. Researchers at the University of Bristol analyzed the survival and recovery … Read more

Trump Vows to Push Tariffs Amid Economic Uncertainty

US President Donald Trump outlined his goals for a second term, including tariffs that don’t align with economic indicators and research. His administration recently imposed 25% levies on Mexican and Canadian goods, and an additional 10% duty on Chinese imports. With the Republican party in control of Congress, Trump is poised to drive home his … Read more

Walgreens to be Split into Three Distinct Businesses

Sycamore Partners is planning a three-way split of Walgreens Boots Alliance, with the struggling pharmacy chain set to go private. According to the Financial Times, the company’s US retail pharmacy, Boots UK, and US healthcare businesses will be separated and have distinct capital structures. The move comes as Walgreens has been in talks to sell … Read more

Trump Addresses Congress Amid Tariff Uncertainty

US President Donald Trump delivered his largest speech yet, making key points on tariffs, Ukraine, and domestic policy. The address came amid uncertainty over new tariff proposals and their potential impact on consumers. Trump called for increased revenue from tariffs, citing the need to “make America rich again” and “great again.” However, he stopped short … Read more