The quest for fusion energy has taken a historic turn as scientists push the boundaries of what’s possible with sustained plasma. A team at France’s CEA announced they had kept a plasma reaction alive for an astonishing 1,337 seconds, surpassing China’s previous record. This milestone demonstrates that precise magnetic coils and cutting-edge cooling systems can … Read more
The US Treasury market is experiencing a volatile start to July, with yields rising and prices falling. The outcome will depend on three key factors: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s approach to issuing debt, the Trump administration’s ongoing tariff policy, and the Federal Reserve’s plans for rate cuts. These elements have the potential to significantly impact … Read more
A Microsoft executive producer suggested that employees laid off by the company use chatbots, including its own large language model, to cope with job loss. The idea sparked outrage on social media among gamers and others, who criticized the tone-deaf advice. The post was later deleted after backlash. Source: https://futurism.com/microsoft-boss-ai-advice
Elon Musk’s social media fight with President Trump over the budget bill has escalated, with Trump threatening to pull government contracts from Musk’s companies and even hinting at deporting the world’s richest man from the US. The tension between the two could have significant consequences, potentially setting the stage for a larger showdown in 2026 … Read more
FIFA has temporarily reduced standard ticket prices for several matches in the ongoing 63-game tournament. The move comes as many matches have seen sparse crowds, with Real Madrid drawing a large following throughout the tournament. In the upcoming semi-final between Chelsea and Fluminense at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, tickets will be available for $13.40, … Read more
Investors have made significant purchases of stocks this year, with retail investors cumulatively buying around $3.4 trillion worth of equities over the first half of 2025. Despite ongoing concerns such as tariffs and Middle East tensions, their buying spree remains strong. According to data from Nasdaq, individual investors sold about $3.2 trillion worth of stocks … Read more
The United Nations has withdrawn its inspectors from Iran, amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program. The move is seen as a response to Israel’s concerns about maintaining aerial superiority in the region. The UN had been monitoring Iran’s nuclear activities since 2007, but withdrew its inspectors due to Iranian claims … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believes discussions with US President Donald Trump will help advance talks on a ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip, which could lead to the release of hostages held by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Trump predicted that an agreement could be reached this week. Netanyahu said his goal is to … Read more
Model Brooks Nader has been praised for poking fun at her unexpected period mishap during a recent Wimbledon match. In a TikTok video, she shared a clip of herself wearing a long white skirt with a bright red blood stain, captioning it “Tries to be chic… Starts at Wimbledon.” The relatable moment was met with … Read more
A majority of vaccine advisers selected by Robert F. Kennedy Jr chose to endorse flu vaccines without the preservative thimerosal, but not those that contain it. Anti-vaccine groups have long claimed the preservative is linked to autism. Lyn Redwood from the US Health and Human Services agrees that removing a known neurotoxin is a step … Read more