The first day of the MLB Draft is behind us, and we can assess what stood out. From teams to players to positions, here are my biggest winners and losers after the first three rounds on Sunday. The Baltimore Orioles were clear winners of Day 1, securing six picks among the first 69 selections, including … Read more
Bungie has released a new year for its popular game, Destiny 2, known as the “Year of Prophecy”. The expansion includes various updates to enhance gameplay, rewards, and social features. One notable change is that players can now play the game’s content for free without purchasing it. For those who prefer to spend money on … Read more
Spanish police have arrested eight people involved in clashes between far-right groups and North African migrants in Torre Pacheco, a town in southeastern Spain. The violence, which occurred on Sunday night, saw dozens of youths throw objects at riot police and left one person injured. The trouble began with an attack last week on a … Read more
US stock traders at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Citigroup Inc. have set records for their second quarter, surpassing analyst predictions. The banks’ trading divisions saw significant gains, with Citigroup’s being its best result in five years. This news comes despite fears that the ongoing trade tensions might impact investment deals. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-15/wall-street-traders-set-records-on-turmoil-in-new-world-order
Researchers from UC Santa Barbara and partners have developed an optogenetic platform to identify compounds that can help the body fight off viral infections more effectively. The platform uses light to create a “virtual stress” on cells, allowing scientists to efficiently screen thousands of small molecules for their potential as antivirals. The team discovered dozens … Read more
Most nutrition scientists agree that an occasional indulgence in ultra-processed foods is no big deal, but statistics show it’s not as easy to do. These foods now account for nearly 60% of U.S. adults’ calorie consumption and up to 70% among children. Ultra-processed foods, such as packaged snacks, sodas, frozen pizzas, and sweetened cereals, are … Read more
China has carried out close-in flights with Japanese Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) aircraft, prompting Tokyo to lodge a protest with the Chinese ambassador. On Wednesday and Thursday, Chinese fighter jets flew within 30-60 meters of the JASDF YS-11EB ELINT aircraft, which was conducting surveillance over international waters in the East China Sea. The Japanese Ministry of … Read more
A cast member of Bravo’s reality show “Real Housewives of London” has been forbidden from asking King Charles about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Panthea Parker, 50, had planned to grill the monarch during a Buckingham Palace garden party in May, but was told not to bring it up due to a strict royal protocol. … Read more
The account of Elmo on social media platform X was hacked, leading to the posting of antisemitic and racist content. A spokesperson for Sesame Workshop, the organization behind Sesame Street, condemned the posts as “abhorrent” and stated that they did not reflect the values of the company. According to the spokesperson, the account was briefly … Read more
A recent crash of an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has raised concerns about the safety of fuel switch controls, prompting international investigations and potential inspections. The plane crashed just minutes after takeoff, killing 19 people on the ground and all but one person on board. According to a preliminary report by the Indian Aircraft … Read more