Day: December 8, 2025

The Trump administration’s decision to pause tariffs on Chinese ship-to-shore cranes has not halted plans for steep levies, which are now affecting port modernization projects. Many shipping industry executives are reconsidering investments in bigger, modern cranes due to the 100% tariff rates aimed at reducing China’s maritime dominance. Source: https://www.wsj.com/articles/tariff-threat-forces-u-s-ports-to-rethink-upgrade-plans-817ce0cd

College football fans are known for their passionate arguments over the sport’s quirks and traditions. One debate that has become a regular refrain is whether top-ranked team Alabama deserves a spot in the College Football Playoff, even after losing in the SEC championship game. The Crimson Tide had looked like a lock for the playoff … Read more

In a groundbreaking study, scientists have discovered that eukaryotic cells, including those of humans, plants, and animals, evolved from a group of ancient microbes called Asgard archaea. Researchers found that Asgard archaea are closely related to eukaryotes and share many genes, suggesting a common ancestor that gave rise to both groups. The study suggests that … Read more

A recent study found an experimental drug from Incyte to be effective in treating advanced myelofibrosis. The treatment targets a specific protein mutation and showed significant improvements in disease symptoms, giving the company hope to develop new medicines as its current blockbuster is set to lose patent protection in 2028. Source: https://www.statnews.com/2025/12/07/incyte-results-myelofibrosis-treatment-ash-2025

When you visit AOL websites and apps, they may store cookies (small files) on your device for security, user authentication, and analytics purposes. This helps provide a safe and smooth experience. If you agree to this when prompted (‘Accept all’), AOL will also collect more data, including: – Your location – IP address – Browsing … Read more

Quantum computing stocks are experiencing a surge in value, with IonQ, Rigetti Computing, and D-Wave Quantum all seeing significant increases. The companies’ stock prices have risen at least 7% each, driven by a wave of bullish options activity. Specifically, IonQ has seen nearly 50,000 calls traded, which is above the 20-day average. This suggests that … Read more

A 27-year-old South African vlogger, Kurt Caz, is being slammed for using AI-generated thumbnails in his recent video to manipulate audiences and generate clicks. Critics claim he altered a scene from the video to create a provocative thumbnail with malicious intent. Caz has been accused of lying about filming on Oxford Street in London and … Read more

Olivia Wilde’s 2022 psychological thriller ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ may have faded from public attention, but its impact is still felt. The film was marred by controversy, including Shia LaBeouf’s alleged firing and Olivia Wilde’s feud with co-star Florence Pugh. Despite this, the movie has gained a cult following and remains worth watching. Released three years … Read more

A recent debate among investors has sparked a divide between two popular ETFs that focus on high-quality companies. The iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor and Invesco’s S&P 500 Quality have significantly different performance after one of them dropped Nvidia, highlighting concerns about the stability of top tech firms in these funds. The iShares MSCI USA … Read more

Multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer, can be challenging to diagnose and monitor due to the need for painful biopsies and limited testing options. Researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have developed a blood test called SWIFT-seq that could transform diagnosis and monitoring by providing a non-invasive alternative to traditional methods. The new test … Read more