Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has questioned Russia’s commitment to peace talks after Moscow confirmed its team would attend negotiations in Istanbul on Monday. Despite sending a delegation, Russia has yet to share its negotiating proposals with Ukraine. Zelensky claimed that Russia is “doing everything it can” to ensure the next meeting fails. For a meaningful … Read more
Google’s Phone by Google app is now closer to a redesign of the incoming call screen, allowing users to choose between two options: a single tap or a horizontal swipe gesture. To understand what these changes might look like, we’ve decompiled the latest version of the app (version 177) and found strings related to “Incoming … Read more
Art lovers have been left to speculate about the meaning of Banksy’s latest graffiti, featuring a lighthouse and a message that reads “I want to be what you saw in me.” The artwork has appeared on a wall in southern French port city of Marseille, with Banksy sharing two photos on his Instagram page. Banksy … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in human evolution studies by extracting 2 million-year-old protein remains from ancient pre-human teeth. The extracted proteins revealed biological sex and genetic variability in Paranthropus robustus, an extinct hominin genus that emerged and evolved in Africa between 2.8 and 1.2 million years ago. The study, published in the journal … Read more
The Florida Panthers, defending NHL champions, will meet the Edmonton Oilers in a winner-take-all Stanley Cup Final rematch on Wednesday. This is the first such game since 2009 and marks the 11th time two teams have faced off for the championship in consecutive seasons. The Panthers aim to make it two straight victories against their … Read more
Nvidia’s recent earnings report delivered strong results, but CEO Jensen Huang continues to miss the message on chip export controls aimed at cutting off China’s access to key AI technology. The controversy highlights the ongoing debate about U.S. policy and its impact on national security. Huang recently criticized US export controls on AI chips, calling … Read more
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has canceled $3.7 billion in grants awarded to 24 projects focused on decarbonization and carbon capture technology. Despite bipartisan support for the efforts, many Republicans argue that the climate benefits are not worth the cost. The decision comes despite congressional Republicans leaving tax credits intact for carbon capture and sequestration … Read more
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Furness have officially filed for divorce after nearly three decades of marriage. The couple’s assets, worth around $400 million, are being divided among the spouses. The former couple has occupied properties worldwide, including in New York City, London, U.K., and Australia. Their current homes include a two-story apartment in Manhattan, a … Read more
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark reiterated his support for the 5+11 College Football Playoff model, saying it’s in the best interest of college football. The proposal, which would feature top five conference champions as automatic qualifiers and 11 at-large teams, has gained momentum over the past few days. However, some conferences, including the Big Ten … Read more
Costco Wholesale Corp. has vowed to lower prices despite rising tariffs, announcing a new strategy that includes cheaper eggs, rerouted items, and U.S.-made mattresses. The move comes as other retailers consider increasing prices in response to the tariffs. The company’s focus on reducing costs is part of its broader effort to stay competitive in the … Read more