The US social security system faces a growing fiscal emergency, threatening the nation’s finances. Washington’s reluctance to address the issue stems from misconceptions about its workings. The looming “insolvency” in 2035 hides the real problem – that the government is already facing financial challenges today. Instead of focusing on replenishing an illusory asset fund, policymakers … Read more
Apple has issued price drops on its M4 iPad Pro lineup, with discounts ranging from $50 to $200 off. The new offers include the 11-inch model starting at $899, while the larger 13-inch model is now priced at $1,099. Additionally, Amazon has discounted the Apple Pencil Pro by $30, bringing it down to $99. Top … Read more
A minor geomagnetic storm is expected to bring the northern lights to several states in the US on Saturday night, according to a forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The aurora borealis will be visible in Alaska and Canada, with other states along the “view line” including Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, … Read more
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand in federal court, disputing the US Federal Trade Commission’s claim that his company has monopolized the social media market. According to Zuckerberg, Facebook owns Instagram and WhatsApp, but allowing people to connect with friends and family remains a priority for the platform. However, he emphasized that the core … Read more
Coachella’s annual music festival kicked off with a bang – literally. A massive traffic jam greeted attendees on day one, while wristband scanners briefly malfunctioned, causing frustration. The scorching heat didn’t help, with temperatures soaring over 100 degrees. However, once fans finally arrived at the grounds, they were treated to an unforgettable experience. This year’s … Read more
NASA’s Perseverance mission has made a groundbreaking discovery at the rim of Jezero crater on Mars, uncovering a rock full of dark, millimeter-sized spheres that are unlike anything seen before on the planet. The spheres, nicknamed “Martian Blueberries,” vary in shape and feature miniature pinholes, sparking debate among scientists about their formation. The rock, named … Read more
A team of scientists has created a comprehensive circuit diagram of neurons in a mammalian brain’s visual cortex, revealing groundbreaking insights into how the brain works. The map, which covers an area smaller than a grain of sand, documents 84,000 neurons linked by half a billion synapses and approximately 5.4km of neuronal wiring. The 3D … Read more
A major supplier of Nintendo consoles has warned that the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will be subject to up to 145% US tariffs on goods imported from China. The warning came after President Trump confirmed that Chinese-made electronics, including Sony’s PlayStation 5 consoles and PC tech by Apple, HP, Dell, Lenovo, and more, would … Read more
A rare fossil discovered in Oklahoma is making headlines in the paleontological community after a geology professor and his student unearthed what could be one of the oldest known examples of a gemstone-quality ammonite fossil. The fossil, which dates back over 300 million years to the Carboniferous Period, features vibrant colors reminiscent of a gemstone … Read more
In recent years, many everyday items and experiences have vanished from our lives without us even noticing. A BuzzFeed user asked “what has gradually disappeared over the last 20 years without people really noticing?” and gathered some interesting responses. The list includes several unexpected things that are no longer around, such as: * Square TVs … Read more