The House v. NCAA settlement has changed the landscape of college athletics, allowing schools to directly pay their athletes. Conference commissioners are bullish about enforcing NIL rules, but specific punishments remain unclear. Bryan Seeley, former MLB executive, has been named CEO of the College Sports Commission to lead enforcement efforts. Commissioners Jim Phillips (ACC), Greg … Read more
Fairphone is revolutionizing the smartphone industry with its next modular device, the Fairphone 6. The Dutch electronics manufacturer has been a pioneer in creating environmentally friendly smartphones using recycled materials. Building on this success, the company’s latest creation promises to be even more customizable. The Fairphone 6 features a modular back panel, allowing owners to … Read more
Elon Musk’s alliance with President Donald Trump appears to be at an end, but the relationship won’t dissolve easily. The billionaire entrepreneur and his companies have been critical of Trump’s policies on climate change, social media regulation, and electric vehicles. Musk had invested heavily in Trump’s 2020 presidential campaign, spending around $300 million, and was … Read more
Federal immigration authorities executed criminal arrest warrants at a Los Angeles business suspected of money laundering and customs fraud, sparking downtown protests that turned violent. The operation was part of a multiagency effort involving federal law enforcement agencies. Three criminal warrants were served at the business, which is believed to have undeclared over $80 million … Read more
Rachel Reeves’ upcoming spending review is seen as a crucial test for the new Labour government, offering a glimpse into their priorities and values. The Treasury aims to promote its generosity through this review, but it’s essential to acknowledge the losers alongside the winners. The review will unveil how £650bn in government funding will be … Read more
Measles cases are on the rise in neighboring countries Canada and Mexico, with significant outbreaks reported in both nations. The recent surge in measles cases has led to at least one death in each country. In Ontario, Canada, an infant born prematurely with a measles infection died due to complications from the virus and other … Read more
A rare brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, has claimed the life of a 71-year-old Texas woman who used contaminated tap water for nasal irrigation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that she died eight days after symptoms began. The CDC confirmed that the woman contracted the infection by using tap water at a … Read more
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has proposed dramatic budget cuts under the Trump administration, sending shockwaves through the biotech industry. Meanwhile, top government health officials appear to be taking a softer stance on gene therapies. In other news, several biotech companies reported updates on their experimental treatments and clinical trials. Merck announced that its … Read more
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Center for Microeconomic Data released the May 2025 Survey of Consumer Expectations, showing a decline in households’ inflation expectations at all horizons. Consumers’ recent pessimism about the labor market eased somewhat, while consumer debt delinquency expectations and household financial situation improvements were noted. Key findings include: Inflation: Median … Read more
Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenka expressed praise for American star Coco Gauff after her win in the latest Grand Slam tournament. However, her remarks have been met with criticism from fans and fellow players alike. Sabalenka initially stated that Gauff won the match due to her own mistakes following the loss. She also hinted at … Read more