A team of astronomers has discovered a new, large planet beyond Neptune’s orbit, dubbed 2017 OF201. This minor world measures between 290 and 510 miles (470 and 820 kilometers) in diameter, rivaling the largest asteroid in the belt, Ceres. The object is classified as an extreme trans-Neptunian object, with an orbit that takes it as … Read more
Renowned mountain guide Lukas Furtenbach achieved a remarkable feat by putting four British clients on the summit of Mount Everest less than a week after they left London. This marks one of the fastest ascents on record, with the climbers reaching the 8,849-meter peak just over five days into their expedition. The group had undergone … Read more
Zachary Levi is retooling his career after a tumultuous few years in Hollywood. The actor, once a fan favorite after starring in Tangled and Shazam!, has faced backlash for his support of Donald Trump and comments on COVID-19 vaccines. Levi’s controversy began when he suggested that Gavin Creel died from the vaccine, drawing widespread criticism. … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Israel probably killed Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh as part of its intensified military operation in Gaza. The statement comes as the conflict escalates, with both sides exchanging fire and suffering heavy casualties. Source: https://www.ft.com/content/3a231f5a-9377-4b3d-841d-cde3c3e5660f
Former Edmonton Oilers goalie Grant Fuhr shared his thoughts on the team’s stunning 6-3 loss to Dallas in Game 1 of their Western Conference Final. The Stars scored five unanswered goals in the game’s final 20 minutes, snapping a two-period lead built by the Oilers. Fuhr watched from Palm Desert, California, where he was enjoying … Read more
Britain has signed a deal with Mauritius to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, securing the future of a key US-UK air base. The agreement, worth billions of pounds, will allow Britain to retain control of Diego Garcia under a 99-year lease. The deal was delayed by a last-minute High Court injunction, but a judge … Read more
Jeff Blashill is the new coach of the Chicago Blackhawks, succeeding Anders Sorenson who was promoted after Luke Richardson’s early season firing. The veteran coach takes over at a crucial stage in the team’s rebuilding process. Blashill, 51, brings significant experience to the role, having previously coached the Detroit Red Wings from 2015 to 2022 … Read more
The United States’ national deficit and trade policies are causing concern on Wall Street, with investors selling off government bonds in a “Sell America” trade. The Treasury department paid more than expected to borrow $20 billion in bonds, leading to a surge in interest rates above 5%. This increase is damaging to the economy, as … Read more
The University of Michigan’s ZEUS laser facility has achieved a record-breaking peak power of 2 petawatts, surpassing all other lasers in the US. This milestone marks the beginning of experiments that will push the boundaries of high-intensity laser science. ZEUS is a user-friendly facility that welcomes research teams from across the country and around the … Read more
Toronto Maple Leafs president Brendan Shanahan’s future with the team hangs in the balance after a second-round series loss to the Florida Panthers. The Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment board of directors will meet Thursday as part of the organization’s end-of-season review, and sources indicate that ownership is concerned about progress made this season. A … Read more