Protesters across Israel took to the streets on Tuesday as part of a nationwide “day of struggle” demonstrations, calling for an immediate cease-fire to end the ongoing conflict with Hamas and the release of all remaining hostages in Gaza. Thousands gathered outside the headquarters of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, while others staged road-block demonstrations … Read more
College football is finally back in full swing, but there’s still much uncertainty surrounding this year’s season. Sports Illustrated has spent months talking to coaches, players, and other experts to get a better understanding of what to expect. Here are 16 key predictions for the upcoming season: The reigning national champions, Ohio State, have two … Read more
Spotify is rolling out a new messaging feature that allows users to share songs, podcasts, and audiobooks directly within the app. The “Messages” feature, available on mobile devices in select markets for users 16 and older, aims to provide a dedicated space for users to share their favorite content with friends and family. The company … Read more
Thousands of fans and their families attended special screenings of the animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” over the weekend at theaters across the US and Canada. The event, which included a sing-along showing at an art house cinema in Manhattan, allowed young fans to experience the catchy music and storyline of the Netflix hit. The … Read more
EcoFlow has launched its new RAPID series of power banks with significant discounts during its Labor Day Sale. The sale runs through August 31, offering savings ranging from 5% to 62%. Key highlights include the RAPID Pro 67W 10,000mAh Power Bank at $85.50, down from its original price of $90. The new RAPID series boasts … Read more
Coral reefs, home to the pygmy seahorse, are facing unprecedented threats from climate change, putting the tiny creatures’ camouflage abilities at risk. A recent study published in the scientific journal PNAS has revealed that the pygmy seahorse’s unique snout shape and genetic makeup enable it to blend seamlessly into its coral environment. However, as coral … Read more
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1, marking his first visit to China in seven years. The move is a step towards normalizing Sino-Indian relations. The SCO has positioned itself as a regional grouping focused on security and cooperation, with its inclusion … Read more
Astronomers at the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope on Maui have captured breathtaking images of a solar flare, revealing intricate details that could transform our understanding of solar storms. The observations, made August 8, 2024, showed dark coronal loop strands with unprecedented clarity, averaging 48.2 kilometers in width. The team used the telescope’s Visible Broadband … Read more
A new study suggests eating red meat could actually help protect against dying from cancer, contradicting widespread medical opinion. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 16,000 adults and found that those who consumed more animal protein had a five percent lower risk of dying from cancer. The study also did not find any link between plant … Read more
A new COVID-19 variant, Stratus, has been detected in California and is fueling a surge in cases across the US. The variant, also known as XFG, was first identified in Southeast Asia in January but did not gain significant traction in the US until May. The World Health Organization (WHO) added Stratus to its watchlist … Read more