The new Hulu documentary “Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything” provides a thorough recap of the life of a pioneering television journalist. The film features star-studded testimonials from Oprah Winfrey, Katie Couric, and others, highlighting the impact of Walters’ work on both her personal life and the industry as a whole. Bette Midler and Monica Lewinsky … Read more
A relentless heat wave has gripped the Tri-State area, leaving thousands without power as of early Tuesday morning. Con Edison crews worked through the night in Glen Oaks, Queens, to restore electricity to nearly 10,000 customers who lost power due to high demand and overheating equipment. The heat wave has caused widespread disruptions, with businesses … Read more
A 36-year-old Canadian woman, Amanda Smith, has made history by becoming the first person to be cured of type 1 diabetes through liver stem cell implants. After receiving a single dose of manufactured stem cells, Smith’s body is now able to produce its own insulin, rendering her dependent on glucose monitors and insulin shots obsolete. … Read more
A single dose of psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in mushrooms, has been shown to provide sustained reductions in depression and anxiety in individuals with cancer suffering from major depressive disorder. The findings come from a phase 2 trial published in Wiley Online’s CANCER journal. Psilocybin is a chemical found in certain types … Read more
Netflix is removing over 20 mobile games from its library starting July 15th, according to reports. The streaming giant has added “Leaving Soon” notices to these titles, including popular ones like Monument Valley and Hades. The removals include recent releases such as Carmen Sandiego, which debuted in January, and Monument Valley 3. Other notable titles … Read more
Arisbeth Munoz, a 39-year-old San Diego mother of two autistic children, suffered a devastating reaction to the flu and strep A bacteria, resulting in the amputation of all four limbs. The severe infection triggered sepsis, a life-threatening response from the immune system, which caused necrotizing fasciitis, a rare but deadly condition. Munoz’s body attacked its … Read more
US President Donald Trump has ordered military strikes against Iranian targets, sparking concerns about a potential wider conflict and the role of the United States in the region. The strikes come as Trump voices support for regime change in Iran, drawing comparisons to his predecessor George W Bush’s approach in Iraq. Trump’s actions seem to … Read more
Russia’s oil exports could see a significant boost if Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. The move would have far-reaching consequences for global energy markets and potentially benefit Moscow. According to experts, Russia has been struggling with declining oil revenues due to … Read more
Google has finally released a stable Android 14 update for its Chromecast devices, addressing issues reported in previous iterations. The new update (version UTTC.241218.008.H1.13427172) aims to improve system stability and brings the same features as previously rolled out updates. Chromecast users with Android 14 can check for the latest version by navigating to Settings > … Read more
US stocks rose significantly on Tuesday, approaching their all-time high, as oil prices dropped further due to hopes for a ceasefire in the Israel-Iran conflict. The S&P 500 climbed 1.1%, following gains in Europe and Asia, after President Donald Trump announced a “complete and total ceasefire” between Israel and Iran. The Dow Jones Industrial Average … Read more