Paul Simon kicked off his highly anticipated comeback tour at New York City’s Beacon Theatre with a sold-out show, delivering a hauntingly beautiful performance that commanded the attention of the crowd. The music legend played the entirety of his 2023 album “Seven Psalms,” a seven-part piece designed to be listened to in its entirety. The … Read more
A UK watchdog has fined genetic testing company 23andMe £2.31m over a “profoundly damaging” cyber attack that exposed the personal information of seven million people in the UK. The data breach, which occurred in 2023, saw hackers steal family trees, health reports, and sensitive information such as addresses and dates of birth. The company’s inadequate … Read more
A security system has flagged an unusual surge in requests from a single IP address (37.27.54.14) with a high request ID (2460094088). This could indicate potential signs of API abuse, such as brute force attacks or excessive usage. The client’s activities may be violating the terms of service or causing unnecessary load on servers. The … Read more
Prolific Austrian pianist Alfred Brendel has passed away at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy of intellectual elegance and timeless music. Born in Wiesenberg, Czech Republic, on January 5, 1931, Brendel’s life was marked by an unconventional upbringing, moving with his family to various locations across Yugoslavia and Austria due to his father’s … Read more
Legendary musician Paul Simon stunned fans with an intimate night of music at New York’s iconic Beacon Theatre, marking his return to live performances after a seven-year hiatus. The “A Quiet Celebration” tour features Simon’s latest album, Seven Psalms, a soft and acoustic work that showcases the artist’s continued creativity despite health issues. The show, … Read more
Eli Lilly & Co. has agreed to pay up to $1.3 billion for Verve Therapeutics Inc., the maker of a new gene-editing treatment targeting heart disease. The acquisition will allow Eli Lilly to bring this innovative therapy to market, aiming to offer a one-and-done solution for patients with heart conditions. This deal marks a significant … Read more
Aryna Sabalenka has reached out to Coco Gauff to apologize for her “unprofessional” comments after losing to the American tennis star in the French Open final. In a recent interview, Sabalenka said she was “super emotional” and not very smart at a post-match press conference where she suggested that Gauff’s win was due more to … Read more
Psilocybin, a compound found in “magic mushrooms,” has shown promise as a treatment for depressive episodes in people with bipolar disorder. A small clinical trial published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry found that 15 participants experienced significant improvements in their symptoms after receiving a single dose of synthetic psilocybin. The trial involved participants who were … Read more
Amazon’s highly anticipated Prime Day event is back for its fifth year, with a new twist. This summer, Prime members will have four days to shop millions of deals on the world’s largest online retailer. The event starts on July 8 at midnight and runs until midnight on July 11. New features this year include … Read more
Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ two-way superstar, made his highly anticipated return to the mound in a game against division rivals San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. It had been 663 days since he last pitched, depriving fans of his signature four-seam fastball and splitter. Ohtani faced immediate challenges, struggling with control and requiring … Read more