Dow Plunges 800 Points Amid Deficit Concerns Over Tax Cuts

The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted 817 points, or 1.9%, on Wednesday as bond yields surged amid deficit concerns over a tax cut bill in the US House of Representatives. The sell-off coincided with a spike in 10-year Treasury yields, reaching their highest level since February. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that President Trump’s tax … Read more

Enhanced Games Announce Date and Venue for First Competition

The Enhanced Games, an alternative Olympics for athletes using performance-enhancing drugs, have announced their first competition. The event will take place at Resorts World Las Vegas from May 21-24, 2026. Athletes competing in the games can use banned substances like testosterone and steroids if they are prescribed by a doctor and taken at safe levels. … Read more

Facer Watch Faces Get Google’s Boost with New Platform Overhaul

Smartwatch customization leader Facer is revamping its platform ahead of Wear OS 6’s release later this year. The overhaul brings improved syncing, access to its vast library of watch faces, and new features. Facer promises a “revitalized” experience on Wear OS, eliminating pain points from using third-party watch face apps. With Google’s Watch Face Push … Read more

Toyota to Offer Only Hybrid RAV4 in 2026

Toyota Motor has announced that it will discontinue traditional gas engines and only offer its popular SUV, the RAV4, as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid model starting from 2026. The move comes after slower-than-expected adoption of all-electric vehicles, with automakers instead focusing on hybrid models to meet fuel economy regulations. The decision was made due … Read more

10 Teams Voted Down NFL’s Tush Push Ban Proposal

The Cleveland Browns, Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints, and Tennessee Titans joined forces with six other teams to reject a proposed ban on the notorious “tush push” play in football. The teams that voted against the proposal include the Eagles, Ravens, Patriots, Jets, Lions, and Cardinals, as well as the Colts. The decision … Read more

Starfish Space Readies for Second Otter Pup Mission

Starfish Space is preparing for its second test mission, Otter Pup 2, which aims to dock with another satellite in orbit. The mission will launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base as early as next month. Co-founder Trevor Bennett says the demonstration mission will be a major step forward for … Read more

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Measles Outbreak Confirmed in Hays County

A measles outbreak has been confirmed in Hays County, with a resident testing positive for the virus. The individual, who is considered unvaccinated, was contagious from May 11 to 19, 2025. Public health officials are working to identify and notify those who may have been exposed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explain … Read more

Meta Argues WhatsApp Needed Acquation to Thrive

In its antitrust case against Meta, the US Federal Trade Commission is exploring an alternate reality where Facebook never acquired Instagram and WhatsApp. This world presents a thriving ecosystem of social media apps, with features that competed for users’ attention, creating opportunities for people to connect with friends and family. WhatsApp co-founder Brian Acton testified … Read more