Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday that his military has “eliminated” Hamas’s Gaza chief, Mohammed Sinwar. The 49-year-old was reportedly the target of a massive Israeli strike on May 13 at a European hospital in Khan Younis, which also killed at least 28 people. Mohammed Sinwar, who joined Hamas shortly after its founding … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery using adaptive optics to reveal the sun’s corona, its outermost layer visible only during total solar eclipses. The technology has produced the most detailed images and videos of fine-structure in the corona to date, opening doors for deeper insights into its behavior. The 1.6-meter Goode Solar Telescope at Big … Read more
A new study has revealed the distinct symptoms of long Covid in children. Infants under two years old are more likely to experience trouble sleeping, fussiness, poor appetite, a stuffy nose, and cough, according to researchers from the US National Institutes of Health’s ‘RECOVER’ initiative. In contrast, children aged three to five are more prone … Read more
The growing reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) models has led to concerns about their long-term stability and potential collapse. While AI executives like Microsoft’s Satya Nadella and Duolingo’s CEO claim a bright future for AI, researchers have warned of “Model Autophagy Disorder” (MAD), a phenomenon where AI models consume and produce flawed content, leading to … Read more
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At least four people have died as thousands of Palestinians rushed into a United Nations warehouse in Gaza in search of food. The World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse in Deir al-Balah was breached, with many entering through the gates, causing chaos and panic. The WFP warned of “alarming and deteriorating conditions on the ground” due … Read more
Kevin Costner has been named in a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by stunt performer Devyn LaBella, who alleges she was subjected to an unscripted rape scene on the set of Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2 in 2023. LaBella claims the scene was directed by Costner without her consent or proper notice. LaBella, who … Read more
US department store chain Macy’s has cut its annual profit forecast due to concerns over tariffs and their impact on consumer demand. The company, which operates the largest brick-and-mortar presence in the US, expects a 10-25 cents per share hit from tariffs. Macy’s will raise prices selectively to offset the tariffs’ effect on margins, according … Read more
NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover has taken its first-ever panoramic view of Martian landscapes resembling those in the southwestern United States. The stunning image, captured from Mount Sharp, features the Gale Crater’s rim and a terrain created when an asteroid collided with Mars billions of years ago. The “mountains” seen in the background are actually the … Read more
Scientists have tested a combination of two existing anti-aging drugs on mice, finding that it extended their lifespans by around 30 percent. The drugs, rapamycin and trametinib, are used to treat different types of cancer but also showed promise in extending lifespan. When given alone, rapamycin increased lifespan by 17-18 percent, while trametinib boosted longevity … Read more