The US Bancorp Tower, once a crown jewel of Portland’s skyline, now sits more than half empty and is up for sale at $70 million – a 80% decrease from its original price in 2015. The tower’s struggles highlight the city’s downtown challenges, including rising homelessness and a failed drug decriminalization effort. With an office … Read more
Xiaomi has announced its entry into the world of custom-designed chipsets with the launch of its XRING 01, marking a significant milestone for the Chinese tech giant. By securing this achievement, Xiaomi is now poised to become the first Chinese firm to commercially produce a 3nm SoC. The new chipset, powered by TSMC’s second-generation 3nm … Read more
A Gaza pediatrician and mother of ten lost nine of her children after an Israeli airstrike hit their home near Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip on Friday. The pediatrician, Dr. Alaa al-Najjar, was working at a local hospital when she received news of the strike. Dr. Munir al-Bursh, director-general of the Hamas-run Gaza … Read more
The Bay Area Reporter, the nation’s longest-running LGBTQ+ newspaper, will publish four unique editions this June as part of Pride Month celebrations. These special issues aim to showcase the vibrant diversity and resilience of LGBTQ+ life while offering premium visibility for brands seeking to connect with a loyal audience. The B.A.R.’s Pride issues are highly … Read more
A Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner flying from Tokyo to Houston was diverted to Seattle on Saturday morning after a passenger attempted to open an emergency exit mid-flight. The plane, carrying passengers and crew bound for George Bush Intercontinental Airport, was met with Port of Seattle Police Department officers who evaluated the individual and found them in … Read more
Leah Williamson hailed the team’s 2023-24 Women’s Champions League victory as “incredible” after they defeated Barcelona. Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/videos/c8rey2ex5vzo
Alex Palou cemented his legacy in motorsports with a historic first oval victory at the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday. The three-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion won under caution after rookie Nolan Siegel crashed in Turn 2, securing his fifth win of the season and extending his championship lead. Palou overtook Marcus Ericsson on Lap 187 … Read more
Chronic stress is increasingly recognized as a contributor to stroke risk. Long-term exposure to it can set the stage for vascular damage and increase both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke risk. Individuals in lower socioeconomic groups often face compounded stressors, making them especially vulnerable. According to Dr. Curtis Benesch, Medical Director of UR Medicine’s Comprehensive Stroke … Read more
Bruce Springsteen recently declared from a Manchester, U.K. stage that the America he loves is currently in the hands of a “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration.” This comment sparked criticism from Donald Trump, who called Springsteen a “dried out prune” and threatened to investigate his past earnings. Springsteen’s criticism was framed as patriotism, emphasizing the … Read more
Investors have been drawn to buying bonds in recent times due to high and attractive yields. Despite some concerns about the potential impact of rising tariffs and inflation, many are opting for fixed-income investments as a way to hedge their portfolios. Recently, 10-year U.S. Treasury bond yields surpassed 4.6%, with some reaching nearly 5% in … Read more