An undersea volcano near Oregon is showing signs of imminent eruption, prompting concern about potential ash fall in the region. Geologists have been monitoring the activity, with mild earthquakes reported last week, highlighting the region’s volcanic nature. The 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens, which occurred on May 18th, was a catastrophic event that affected … Read more
Romania’s pro-European Union centrist, Nicusor Dan, won the presidential election with 53.6% of the vote, beating out a hard-right nationalist who had tapped into widespread discontent with the political establishment. Dan’s victory is seen as a significant shift back towards Western alignment for the country. However, deep societal divisions remain in Romania, where corruption, inequality, … Read more
Google will host its main I/O 2025 keynote on May 20, followed by a continuation of hands-on experiences for developers over May 21. The event is expected to focus heavily on AI innovations across Google’s various products and tools. A separate Android Show: I/O Edition event recently took place, focusing solely on Android 16 updates, … Read more
Warner Bros. Discovery is reverting to its original name for its popular streaming service: HBO Max. The decision comes after two years of using the name Max, which was met with widespread confusion and criticism from consumers and industry experts. The reason behind the change is simple: subscribers who pay $17 a month for the … Read more
Poland’s next two weeks will “decide the future” of the country as a presidential runoff vote approaches. The outcome of this election could determine whether the pro-European centrist Rafał Trzaskowski wins and reverses the erosion of democratic checks and balances, or if the populist rightwing Karol Nawrocki emerges victorious. Trzaskowski had long been seen as … Read more
Netflix has saved “Sesame Street” from foreclosure by securing a streaming deal, but the beloved children’s show still faces significant challenges. The show was struggling financially after HBO declined to extend its contract. With declining audiences and questions about its relevancy, Sesame Street needs the Netflix deal to stay relevant. Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/netflix-saves-sesame-street-from-foreclosure-with-streaming-deal-but-troubles-remain-da456651
The Chicago Cubs have called up third baseman Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa to bolster their roster. In a corresponding move, the team has designated Nicky Lopez for assignment. Shaw, 23, boasts impressive numbers in his last 11 games, batting .295 with a 1.119 OPS and five home runs. The right-hander was initially selected by … Read more
Director Tim Burton is selling his 18th-century summer house in Sutton Courtenay, England, for £4.5 million (US$5.98 million). The Grade II-listed property, known as the “Mill House,” was once the foreman’s residence of a paper mill factory and features stunning riverfront views, gardens, and three islands. Purchased by Burton in 2006 with then-girlfriend Helena Bonham … Read more
Flexcon’s CEO, Aimee Peacock, has been recognized by the Worcester Business Journal (WBJ) as one of the most influential professionals in Central Massachusetts for the second year in a row. The prestigious 2025 Power 100 award celebrates leaders who drive innovation and make a meaningful impact on the local business community. The WBJ established its … Read more
The Oklahoma City Thunder have advanced to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2016 after a dominant performance from MVP favorite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in Game 7 against the Denver Nuggets. Down by 11 points late in the first quarter, the Thunder roared back and took control of the game, ultimately winning 125-93. … Read more