The US Senate has cleared the way for the GENIUS Act, the first federal effort to regulate stablecoins, with 16 Democrats joining Republicans in supporting the bill. This move comes after a significant influence-purchasing campaign by crypto companies and is seen as a major victory for the industry. Stablecoins are cryptocurrency coins that have their … Read more
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has expressed optimism about customer interest for his electric vehicles (EVs), despite evidence to the contrary. In a recent interview at the Qatar Economic Forum, Musk said that the stock’s near-all-time highs suggest good times are ahead and dismissed concerns over weak demand. Musk claimed that Tesla has “already turned around” … Read more
A breakthrough in gene delivery systems has been made by researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The new technology can reach different neural cell types in the human brain and spinal cord with exceptional accuracy, paving the way for precise gene therapy to control errant brain activity. The system uses a small, … Read more
A recent period of strong solar flares is expected to gradually decline over the coming weeks and months, according to scientists. The most powerful eruption of 2025 so far was observed last week by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The X2.7 flare caused a brief “degraded communications” … Read more
Toronto Maple Leafs player Mitch Marner has been leaving clues that his time with the team may be coming to an end. With the season over, Marner did not declare his intention to stay or leave, fueling speculation about his future. The 28-year-old winger’s free agency is a major concern for the organization. In the … Read more
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has significantly reduced its public communication efforts, leaving experts warning that this could compromise American health. Since January 2025, the agency has largely stopped sharing updates on emerging diseases and outbreaks through newsletters, social media channels, and health alerts. Historically, the CDC shared critical information with … Read more
Universal Orlando’s long-awaited Epic Universe theme park is finally opening its gates on May 22, marking a significant milestone in the Florida tourism industry. The fourth addition to the Universal Orlando portfolio, Epic Universe will transport visitors into beloved worlds such as Harry Potter, Super Mario, and “How to Train Your Dragon.” Located southwest of … Read more
A person who attended a Shakira concert at MetLife Stadium on May 15 is believed to have spread measles, according to health officials. Anyone who was at the stadium between 7:30 p.m. and 1 a.m. may have been exposed to the virus. Measles symptoms can include a high fever, cough, runny nose, watery red eyes, … Read more
Indian writer Banu Mushtaq has made history by becoming the first author writing in Kannada to win the prestigious International Booker Prize for her short story anthology “Heart Lamp”. The judges praised her characters as “astonishing portraits of survival and resilience”. Mushtaq’s book captures the hardships faced by Muslim women living in southern India, a … Read more
Cowboys wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens are hitting the ground running together, building a strong relationship on and off the field. The duo has been training together since Lamb’s second year in the NFL and is now putting their chemistry to the test as teammates. Lamb, who was one of the first to … Read more