The Trump administration has frozen funding for most medical research collaborations between US and foreign partners, dealing a significant blow to thousands of European scientists. The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) cited transparency concerns and national security reasons in its policy change. Over $35 billion was allocated to international partnerships last year, with many … Read more
Penn Badgley has expressed his readiness to leave the hit Netflix series “You” after five seasons. In an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, he revealed that playing the dark character Joe Goldberg was a defining experience of his 30s. Badgley said he’s happy with how the show ends, describing it as a … Read more
Deepfakes are increasingly being used to spread scams and misinformation on social media. To avoid falling victim, it’s essential to be cautious when interacting with online content. Here are some tips: – Be wary of content that seems too good (or bad) to be true. – Verify the authenticity of news stories and videos through … Read more
Apple has delivered solid quarterly numbers, exceeding expectations on iPhone sales and China growth. The company’s fiscal 2025 second-quarter revenue rose 5% year over year to $95.4 billion, driven by strong demand for iPhones. iPhone sales increased 2% to $46.84 billion, beating estimates by roughly $1 billion. In China, Apple’s largest market, revenue of $16 … Read more
Kohl’s Corporation has appointed Michael Bender as its interim chief executive officer (CEO), effective immediately. The move comes after the company terminated Ashley Buchanan for cause, citing violations of company policies due to undisclosed conflicts of interest in vendor transactions. Bender, who served as a director on Kohl’s board since 2019 and was recently appointed … Read more
The US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is using artificial intelligence to monitor federal agency communications and assess employees’ sentiment towards President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. The system, which has been largely overshadowed by tariff debates and constitutional concerns, has raised concerns about the erosion of transparency in public institutions. According to reports, … Read more
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara and TU Dresden have developed a swarm of 30 robots that can act like a material. The cylindrical robots are made from polylactic acid and feature magnets, yellow gears, and a center with a ring of gears. These components enable the robots to “flow” like water and harden to support … Read more
The Los Angeles Clippers forced a deciding Game 7 against the Denver Nuggets with a thrilling 111-105 victory on Thursday, sending the series to its final match. James Harden led the charge for the Clippers, scoring 28 points and dishing out eight assists. Kawhi Leonard also put up an impressive performance, netting 27 points and … Read more
The Trump administration’s vision for America’s future is a starkly dystopian one, where workers toil in factories for the rest of their lives, with no opportunity for upward mobility. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick described this vision as a “new model” where people work in factories and their children follow suit. Lutnick claims that these … Read more
The New York Rangers have announced the hiring of Mike Sullivan as their new head coach, days after he parted ways with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Sullivan’s five-year deal is worth an estimated $100 million over the contract period, making him the highest-paid coach in NHL history. General manager Chris Drury praised Sullivan’s ability to bring … Read more