A classic Las Vegas casino, Poker Palace, is set to close in October after a devastating tourist slump sent by rip-off prices. The 126-employee casino in North Las Vegas was sold, but the exact reason for its closure remains unclear. Las Vegas saw a 11% decline in June’s tourist numbers compared to last year, with … Read more
US President Donald Trump has imposed a surprise tariff on 400 imported goods from the UK, including items from well-known companies like JCB and Triumph motorbikes. This move is expected to have a significant impact on British businesses. The tariffs, which were implemented without prior warning, affect various products such as machinery, vehicles, and equipment … Read more
The obesity drug market is at a critical juncture after a string of lackluster results and a significant slowdown in new startup launches. Once touted as the biggest pharmaceutical market of all time, investors are increasingly souring on the sector. Eli Lilly’s Zepbound was once a promising example of an obesity medication, but recent developments … Read more
Advances in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology have made it possible to control machines with one’s mind a reality. These systems enable direct communication between the brain and an external device by detecting and interpreting brain signals, translating them into commands. BCIs are being used to restore movement to people who have lost motor control due … Read more
Apple is reportedly in talks with Google to use its Gemini chatbot technology to enhance the iOS assistant Siri. The potential partnership comes as Apple explores external partnerships to power a customized Large Language Model (LLM) for its AI-enhanced virtual assistant. According to insiders, Google’s parent company Alphabet Inc. has been testing a custom model … Read more
Nepotism can’t protect Mingus Lucien Reedus from the law. The 25-year-old son of “Walking Dead” star Norman Reedus is facing charges after allegedly choking his girlfriend in their Manhattan apartment. Reedus, a model and former Victoria’s Secret angel Helena Christenson’s son, was arraigned on Saturday on charges of assault, harassment, and reckless endangerment. Prosecutors claim … Read more
College football’s international games are gaining popularity, with this week’s Week Zero featuring several intriguing matchups. The 11th regular-season game held in Dublin saw Iowa State top Kansas State 24-21, giving Iowa State boss Matt Campbell his 100-game win mark. This achievement is a testament to Campbell’s ability to raise the Cyclones’ standards, making him … Read more
A wildly popular animated Netflix movie, KPop Demon Hunters, is now playing at nearly 1,800 movie theaters across the US, thanks to a singalong experience. The film tells the story of an all-girl rock band’s battle against evil spirits and has become a fan favorite. With 62 screenings planned for this weekend in Daly City, … Read more
Norman Reedus’ son, Mingus Reedus, 25, is facing charges for allegedly assaulting a 33-year-old woman on August 23. According to the New York City Police Department, officers responded to an assault in progress call and found the victim with “minor injuries” to her neck and leg. Mingus has pleaded not guilty to the charges of … Read more
A rare “Black Moon” occurs once every 33 months, marking the third new moon in a season that typically has four new moons. This event results in a dark side of the moon facing Earth, making it invisible at night and creating an exceptionally dark sky. However, this coincidence coincides with the annual Perseid meteor … Read more