The Trump administration announced that it will review billions of dollars in federal funding to Harvard University over concerns about antisemitism on campus. This move follows dramatic cuts at Columbia University, where the administration said the school was not doing enough to protect Jewish students. Harvard officials have taken steps to address complaints of antisemitism … Read more
Gold prices have surged to a record high of $3,128.06 per ounce, driven by concerns over the impending US tariffs and other factors such as geopolitical instability and inflation worries. The precious metal has risen 18% this year, its biggest quarterly gain since September 1986. Central banks are increasingly buying gold, with investor demand also … Read more
The iconic Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is getting a makeover. Microsoft has announced changes to the error screen, including a new design and layout. The new BSOD will be more streamlined and align with Windows 11’s design principles. Gone are the days of blue screens – this one will appear green during testing, but … Read more
A new Netflix series, “Adolescence,” has ignited heated debates about smartphone use by children and social media addiction in Britain. The show’s writer, Jack Thorne, is urging lawmakers to take action, proposing a law that would ban young people from accessing social media until they are 16. The drama explores the dark side of online … Read more
Leaders at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ordered staff not to release their experts’ assessment that found high risk of catching measles in areas near outbreaks with low vaccination rates, according to internal records reviewed by ProPublica. The agency had planned to emphasize the importance of vaccinating people against measles, but instead … Read more
The Washington Capitals have signed forward Ryan Leonard to a three-year entry-level contract, senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced today. The deal carries an average annual value of $950,000. Leonard, 20, was selected by the Capitals with the eighth overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. He had a standout season with … Read more
Veteran director Zack Snyder is teaming up with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) to create a high-stakes action movie, Brawler. The film follows a young fighter’s journey from Los Angeles’ rough streets to a UFC championship bout, while battling inner demons and seeking redemption. Snyder will direct, write, and produce the movie alongside his wife … Read more
For over 30 years, scientists have been searching for ways to treat Alzheimer’s disease by removing the sticky protein clusters called amyloid beta plaques that build up in the brain. A new study from Northwestern Medicine offers a promising approach: boosting the brain’s own immune cells to clear these plaques more effectively. The previous focus … Read more
WWE Hall of Famer Bubba Ray Dudley weighed in on last week’s highly publicized slap incident between Jimmy Uso and WWE World Heavyweight Champion Gunther during a recent episode of Busted Open Radio. Bullying Uso joked about the severity of the slap, saying “that was one hell of a crack upside the head.” He also … Read more
The new feature in the bullpens at Citizens Bank Park aims to improve fan experience. Starting this season, the bullpens now have an enclosed space with accordion-style doors that provide protection from the elements. This addition comes as part of various changes made to the ballpark for 2025, designed to enhance the overall game-day atmosphere … Read more