Pixar’s new animated film “Elio” hits theaters this Friday, June 20, taking audiences on a wondrous sci-fi epic journey to explore the human need for belonging and connection. The story follows Yonas Kibreab, an orphan who finds friendship and acceptance among the stars. As Elio grows up, his curiosity about extraterrestrial life is sparked by … Read more
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has defended his decision to hold a national inquiry into grooming gangs, despite previously criticizing those calling for one as “jumping on a bandwagon.” The move comes after Dame Louise Casey’s report recommended both a national police operation and a national inquiry. Casey’s report highlights poor data collection on the … Read more
Coffee consumption has been linked to a lower risk of mortality, with moderate levels (1-2 cups per day) showing significant benefits. However, adding large amounts of sugar and saturated fat can diminish these effects. Researchers from the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University analyzed data from … Read more
ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods expressed concerns about potential disruptions to oil supplies due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The primary concern is the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil chokepoint located between Oman and Iran. Woods stated that there is sufficient spare capacity in the global market to accommodate any Iranian oil … Read more
A wildfire near Raymond Road and Avenue 16 in Madera County has prompted evacuation warnings and road closures, authorities said on Monday, June 16, 2025. The Madera County Sheriff’s Office has issued warnings for zones MAD-E1419, MAD-E1421, MAD-E1425, and MAD-E0049. Residents are urged to leave early if they feel threatened, particularly those who need extra … Read more
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday night, carrying 26 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The rocket lifted off at 8:36 p.m. PT and created a bright plume visible across the western horizon. The launch marked the third flight for the Falcon 9 first stage booster supporting this mission. … Read more
Samsung Electronics Co. aims to revolutionize healthcare by launching a platform that enables patients to share health data directly with doctors between appointments. This move strengthens the company’s position in the tech-driven healthcare market. Currently, doctors often provide guidance on recommendations or fitness suggestions during appointments, but it can be challenging for patients to remember … Read more
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Elon Musk-backed startup xAI is seeking a massive $4.3 billion equity investment. This funding would complement Musk’s proposed $5 billion debt financing for his combined companies, X and xAI. The move comes after the company received a $6 billion cash infusion last December, which it has largely spent due to resource-intensive technology needs. xAI develops … Read more
The US Department of Defense has awarded a $200 million contract to OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence firm, to develop and provide advanced AI tools for proactive cyber defense and administrative operations. OpenAI will use its expertise to help the Defense Department identify and prototype how frontier AI can improve healthcare services, streamline data analysis, … Read more