Four US soldiers who went missing after their vehicle was submerged in a bog in Lithuania have been identified, with the bodies of three recovered by the Army on Monday. The recovery of the soldier’s vehicle, an M88 Hercules, has also been confirmed. The 3rd Infantry Division commander, Maj. Gen. Christopher Norrie, expressed his condolences … Read more
Intermittent fasting has been shown to be more effective than calorie cutting for weight loss, according to scientists. This approach involves restricting food intake at certain times, whereas calorie cutting focuses on reducing overall daily caloric consumption. Researchers have found that intermittent fasting can lead to significant weight loss and improved metabolic health. In contrast, … Read more
The Boston Red Sox have agreed to a six-year, $170 million contract extension with left-handed ace Garrett Crochet, keeping the 25-year-old pitcher in the rotation for years to come. The deal starts in 2026 and includes an opt-out clause after the 2030 season. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44485014/red-sox-lhp-garrett-crochet-gets-170m-extension-sources-say
Jagex has announced a new spin-off game called Dragonwilds, a co-operative survival RPG set in the same fantasy realm as its popular MMO. The game takes place on the continent of Ashenfall and aims to “slay the Dragon Queen”. While it’s primarily a survival game, players will face a mix of tasks, including hunting dragons … Read more
Intel Corporation plans to spin off non-core units and focus on core products, including custom semiconductors. CEO Lip-Bu Tan stated that the company needs to replace lost engineering talent, improve its financial situation, and adjust manufacturing processes to better serve customers. The specific assets to be spun off were not revealed during his first public … Read more
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N Ferguson has expressed concerns about the potential sale or transfer of 23andMe customers’ data during the company’s bankruptcy proceeding. In a letter to the U.S. Trustee, Chairman Ferguson emphasized Americans’ worries about personal data being sold and reiterated the importance of companies keeping their promises. Chairman Ferguson stated that … Read more
A growing measles outbreak across the US is leading to a concerning trend: children taking excessive amounts of vitamin A are ending up in hospital with serious liver problems. In Texas, several unvaccinated kids showed signs of liver damage after consuming large doses of vitamin A at Covenant Children’s Hospital. Dr. Lara Johnson, chief medical … Read more
Protesters across the US and internationally targeted Tesla facilities on Saturday as part of a “global day of action” against CEO Elon Musk, who has been at the center of controversy for his ties to the Trump administration. The event, dubbed the “Tesla Takedown,” saw demonstrations in over 253 cities worldwide, with organizers calling it … Read more
The European Space Agency (ESA) has selected Airbus to design and build a European landing platform for the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover. The mission aims to search for past and present signs of life on Mars in 2028. Airbus will develop the mechanical, thermal, and propulsion systems of the landing platform, including the landing structure, … Read more
A Minneapolis pizza joint, Parkway Pizza, has banned Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart after he got into a massive fight with Minnesota Timberwolves player Naz Reid at Target Center on Sunday night. The brawl extended into the courtside seats and resulted in five players and two coaches being ejected. Stewart had previously been involved in … Read more