Amgen shares plummeted as the biotech company released disappointing trial results for its weight-loss experimental drug. The trial showed that many patients stopped taking the shot due to gastrointestinal distress, raising concerns about its safety and efficacy. Source: https://www.barrons.com/articles/amgen-stock-weight-loss-gastrointestinal-17d28fdf
A recent NASA calculation suggests that asteroid 2024 YR4, initially thought to be on a collision course with Earth, is now expected to collide with the moon instead. The asteroid, approximately 53-67 meters in diameter, has a 4.3% chance of striking the lunar surface seven years from now. Discovered in December 2024 by NASA’s Asteroid … Read more
The National Hockey League has released the schedule for the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft, set to take place over two days at L.A. Live’s Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Round 1 will be held on June 27, starting at 7 p.m. ET, followed by Rounds 2-7 on June 28 at 12 p.m. ET. Source: … Read more
A verdict will be announced Thursday in the trial of Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who faces charges of sexual abuse. The presiding judge said closing arguments were concluded on Monday, following a complex case involving allegations against Franco. Prosecutors are seeking a five-year prison sentence. Franco’s career and contract could be impacted by the verdict, … Read more
Country music legend Dolly Parton is set to perform six limited-run shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from December 4-13. This marks her first extended engagement in the city since 1991. Parton’s concert series, “Dolly: Live in Las Vegas,” promises to showcase a mix of classic hits and fan favorites spanning … Read more
Apple has released the second developer beta of watchOS 26, the next major software update for the Apple Watch. The new features include a revamped Workout app with AI-powered Workout Buddy, a fresh ‘Liquid Glass’ design, and a new Notes app on your wrist. The updates are expected to roll out this fall, but so … Read more
President Donald Trump’s media company, Trump Media and Technology Group Corp., announced a plan to buy back $400 million worth of its own shares. This strategic move is typically used to increase the value of a company’s stock. The company is owned by Trump and operates his Truth Social social media platform. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/06/23/trump-truth-social-stock-buyback
Barbara Streisand has expressed her dissatisfaction with the potential inclusion of a fourth installment of the Meet The Parents franchise. The EGOT-winning actress appeared in the first two films, playing Roz Focker, Ben Stiller’s character’s mother. Despite being offered a role in the upcoming film, Streisand stated that she won’t return if not paid fairly. … Read more
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has warned that the escalating conflict in Iran “risks collapsing the global nuclear nonproliferation regime.” Director General Rafael Grossi called for a return to diplomacy, saying that if violence continues, “violence and destruction could reach unimaginable levels.” US strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites this weekend … Read more
Lenovo has announced its latest addition to the Chromebook Plus series, the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14, which boasts the most powerful AI capabilities on a Chromebook yet. This advanced device is powered by the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor, offering up to 50 TOPS of processing power and paired with up to 17 hours of battery … Read more