Arianespace aims to reach its peak launch rate of 10 Ariane 6 launches per year “as soon as possible.” However, CEO David Cavaillolès declined to provide a specific timeline, citing the need for step-by-step progress. The company currently has contracts for over 40 launches, with Amazon being the largest customer. With looming regulatory deadlines, Arianespace … Read more
US satellite images reveal extensive damage to three main Iranian nuclear sites after the US operation, Midnight Hammer. The sites targeted were Fordo, Isfahan, and Natanz. President Donald Trump described the facilities as “completely and totally obliterated.” However, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine said a full battlefield damage assessment is needed before commenting on … Read more
The government is closing in on its case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, accused of sex-trafficking and racketeering. After six weeks of testimony from 34 witnesses and hundreds of bottles of baby oil, the trial is nearing its end. The key to the prosecution’s success lies in witness testimony, which will be crucial in determining the … Read more
US President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to end the war between Israel and Iran, stating that he wants a deal and doesn’t want any more war. The White House official told Axios that Trump’s goal now is to bring an end to the conflict, which would suggest he does not plan to retaliate … Read more
Real Madrid began their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign on a strong note, defeating Mexican side Pachuca 3-1 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Xabi Alonso’s team took the lead with two goals before halftime from Arda Guler and Jude Bellingham, and sealed the victory with Fede Valverde’s late goal. Pachuca started the match on a … Read more
A massive skull nicknamed Dragon Man has finally given scientists a recognizable profile of the elusive Denisovans. The over 146,000-year-old Harbin cranium, discovered in China, contains thick brow ridges, a roomy braincase, and cheeks that blend Neanderthal ruggedness with modern delicacy. Molecular sleuthing led by evolutionary geneticist Qiaomei Fu has connected the skull to Denisovans, … Read more
Disney’s animated adventure “Elio” failed to impress audiences, further highlighting Pixar’s struggles to launch original films. The studio has found success with sequels, but its attempts at new storytelling have been met with disappointing box office numbers. In contrast, Pixar’s sequels have consistently performed well, such as “Inside Out 2,” which opened to $154 million … Read more
The US bull market remains intact despite recent geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. A key indicator is Tel Aviv’s stock performance, which has reached record highs, suggesting investors are looking through the current crisis. According to Ed Yardeni of Yardeni Research, this calm reaction is unusual even by recent standards. In a note released by … Read more
Two major investment banks, Goldman Sachs and HSBC, have forecasted that oil prices could surge to as high as $110 per barrel if the Strait of Hormuz is blocked. The critical waterway, which accounts for about a fifth of global oil consumption, would see oil flows halve for a month before remaining down by 10% … Read more
UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has retired from MMA after nearly 600 days of waiting for his title unification bout against interim champion Tom Aspinall. The move has sparked widespread criticism, including from sports personality Stephen A. Smith. In an interview on ESPN’s First Take, Smith expressed disappointment with Jones’ decision, citing that he is … Read more