The US Space Force is developing a new “Orbital Carrier” spacecraft that can deploy multiple satellites in response to threats on orbit. Funded through the Space Force’s SpaceWERX development office, Gravitics, a Seattle-based company, has been tasked with designing the Orbital Carrier concept. The project aims to provide a rapid response capability, similar to an … Read more
Hamas has agreed to a proposed ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, following negotiations with Egypt and Qatar. The group’s chief, Khalil al-Hayya, said on Saturday that they had accepted a proposal for a temporary halt to fighting, including the release of Israeli hostages. The agreement is part of a three-phase deal aimed at securing a … Read more
A new study suggests that following a very low-calorie ketogenic diet (VLCKD) can help lower biological age and potentially reverse it in obese individuals. The researchers, who studied 54 people, including 10 with obesity, found that those on the VLCKD had an epigenetic age that was 6.2 years younger than their actual age. In contrast, … Read more
Newsmax Inc., the conservative cable news network founded by Christopher Ruddy, has become a publicly traded company. This move has led to a significant increase in Ruddy’s net worth, making him a billionaire. The company sold $75 million of shares at $10 each during its initial public offering (IPO) on Monday. Following the IPO, Newsmax’s … Read more
US stocks are facing their worst first-quarter slump in years due to President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which are set to go into effect this week. The benchmark S&P 500 index has dropped 4.6% for the year, its worst start since 2022 and its worst quarter since September 2022. Trump’s tariff proposals have kept investors in … Read more
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed the “friendship forever, never enemies” principle between China and Russia during a visit to Moscow. The minister expressed his country’s willingness to help resolve the conflict in Ukraine. Wang is on a three-day visit to discuss strategic cooperation with Russian officials. The talks come amid uncertainty over a … Read more
Intel’s new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, has outlined a plan to revamp the company by working directly with customers and engineers. In his first remarks as CEO, Tan emphasized the importance of customer feedback in driving innovation. He told customers to be “brutally honest” with Intel about their expectations, saying that harsh feedback is valuable. Tan … Read more
The financial markets have shifted their perspective on the US economy, leading to a decline in the value of the US dollar (USD). The long-held belief in “US exceptionalism,” which portrayed the country as uniquely strong and resilient, is now being questioned. Markets are increasingly viewing the US as facing similar vulnerabilities as other economies. … Read more
Square Enix is kicking off the 25th anniversary celebration of Final Fantasy IX with a new website and special merchandise. The anniversary edition picture book “Vivi, Grandpa, and the Day of Departure” will be released on July 2 for $9 USD. Fans can also look forward to various goods such as figures, necklaces, plushies, and … Read more
A case of measles has been confirmed in Pueblo, Colorado. The patient, an unvaccinated adult, recently traveled to Mexico where a measles outbreak was occurring. The individual visited Southwest Deli and Cafe from March 17-21 and the Southern Colorado Clinic on March 22. Anyone who was at these locations during this time may have been … Read more