NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured detailed images of asteroid 2024 YR4, revealing that it is approximately 60 meters in size – roughly the height of a 15-story building. The telescope’s observations have helped scientists significantly reduce the risk of impact on Earth by 2032 and beyond. Asteroid 2024 YR4 initially posed a potential … Read more
Apple is set to roll out its biggest update since launch with iOS 19, but some iPhone models will not receive the software support. Recently leaked information shows that devices powered by the A12 Bionic chip, such as the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max, will no longer be compatible with iOS 19. Fortunately, all … Read more
Apple’s journey from OS X 10.2 Jaguar to the current iOS ecosystem is one of maturation and growth. The first Apple computer I used, a 2009 MacBook Pro running OS X 10.5 Leopard, was like driving a Porsche for the first time – an exciting experience that left a lasting impression. Fast forward to today, … Read more
Norway has ruled out withdrawing from the international convention banning anti-personnel mines, unlike its neighbor Finland which announced plans to quit the 1997 Ottawa Convention. Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide expressed regret over Finland’s decision, citing concerns about a Russian threat. Source: https://www.politico.eu/article/norway-criticizes-finlands-decision-to-withdraw-from-landmine-treaty
Amazon MGM Studios has signed Amy Pascal, producer behind the Spider-Man and Venom franchises, to a multi-year first-look film deal. Under the pact, Amazon MGM will have a first look at narrative features produced by Pascal and her partner Rachel O’Connor. Pascal’s involvement comes as Amazon MGM looks to revive the James Bond franchise. The … Read more
The Carolina Hurricanes secured a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the seventh consecutive season, defeating the Washington Capitals 5-1 at Lenovo Center. The win marked a memorable performance by the team, which outplayed their opponents from start to finish. On Wednesday, Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd goal in the second period to cut … Read more
A French judge who barred far-right leader Marine Le Pen from running in the 2027 presidential election is under police protection after facing death threats and having her home address shared online. Judge Benedicte de Perthuis, head of a three-judge panel that found Le Pen guilty of embezzling EU funds, received threats on social media … Read more
Thailand has welcomed Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, the leader of Myanmar’s military junta, to a regional summit just weeks after an earthquake killed over 3,000 people in his country. The visit, which takes place barely a week after the disaster, has sparked criticism from human rights groups and diplomats who say Thailand is ignoring … Read more
The James Beard Foundation has announced the semifinalists for its 2025 culinary awards, with five Los Angeles chefs and restaurants making the cut. Jon Yao of Kato in the Arts District is a finalist for Best Chef: California, alongside Daniel Castillo of Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano. Yao’s restaurant, which offers a celebrated tasting … Read more
SpaceX’s Fram2 mission has successfully launched four private astronauts into space, marking a major milestone in human spaceflight. The crew, led by crypto billionaire and Bitcoin mining company founder Chun Wang, embarked on an unprecedented journey to orbit the Earth from above its polar regions. The Fram2 crew spent their first day in space conducting … Read more