Apple is testing new color options for its base model iPhone 17, with only one of the two new colors expected to make the final cut. According to a recent leak from tech blogger Majin Bu, purple is the more likely choice. This would mark the first significant change to the iPhone’s color palette since … Read more
A US federal judge ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student, after 104 days in detention. The decision came after Judge Michael Farbiarz found that prosecutors had not provided a legitimate justification for Khalil’s continued detention. Khalil, a legal permanent resident, was arrested in New York in March and taken to an … Read more
Two top officials at the Food and Drug Administration have been removed from their posts after being escorted out of the agency. Nicole Verdun, director of cell and gene therapies, and her deputy Rachael Anatol were placed on administrative leave following a meeting recording obtained by STAT. The move comes amid controversy surrounding the regulation … Read more
For decades, astronomers have been trying to determine the value of the Hubble constant, a measure of how fast the universe is expanding. However, some cosmologists believe that the universe may be expanding faster than current physics can explain, suggesting that existing models could be flawed. Two prominent cosmologists, Wendy Freedman and Dan Scolnic, discuss … Read more
Kevin Durant has expanded his relationship with Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) and invested directly into UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain. As part of a strategic partnership, Durant will consult on the club’s plans to expand into basketball. PSG had previously expressed interest in launching a basketball franchise in Paris as part of the NBA’s … Read more
Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, remains one of the most enigmatic worlds. Its extreme environment, puzzling magnetic field, and unique geology make it a fascinating subject for scientists. According to Anne Pommier, an experimental geophysicist at Carnegie Science’s Earth and Planets Laboratory (EPL), “We still don’t fully understand how Mercury got to … Read more
The Times of Israel, a prominent online news portal in Israel, experienced technical difficulties. The website temporarily went offline as it was unable to connect with its users. To resolve the issue, visitors were prompted to enable JavaScript and cookies on their devices. Once these settings are activated, the website will continue to function smoothly. … Read more
A powerful X.12 class solar flare recently struck the Pacific Ocean, causing a radio blackout over Hawaii and other areas. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warned that another flare is predicted for Wednesday, with sunspot region 4114 showing no signs of calming down. The NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center reported that Tuesday’s flare … Read more
Tesla’s robotaxi launch is set to kick off in Austin, Texas, with a modest fleet of 10-20 autonomous vehicles operating on the streets. The move aims to bolster the electric vehicle maker’s market value, which could reach $2 trillion by 2026 if successful. Analysts predict a “march” towards this valuation due to upcoming advancements in … Read more
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition characterized by an uncontrollable urge to move the legs, particularly during periods of rest or inactivity. The discomfort is often described as crawling, itching, aching, or pulling sensations. People with RLS experience worsening symptoms in the evening or at night and find relief through movement. While primarily … Read more