The first British coffee house opened its doors in Oxford in 1650, marking the beginning of a centuries-long journey for the beverage that has become an integral part of our daily lives. From the basic, bitter drink it was in Jacob’s time to the sophisticated concoctions we know today, coffee has undergone significant transformations. Fast … Read more
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a solid device, but it costs too much not to be called an Ultra—and offer some of its features, too. With seven years of software support, the phone is a great option for those due for an upgrade from a three- to four-year-old Android device. However, at its starting price … Read more
A Denver District Court Judge has rejected most of the restrictions sought by King Soopers on striking workers who are picketing at its stores. The union, United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local No. 7, had asked for limits such as no more than six people at a time and no marching in parking lots. … Read more
Apple is set to launch the iPhone SE 4, bringing significant design updates to the ‘SE’ series. The standard iPhone 17 is also expected to feature a new design, similar to the iPhone 17 Pro models. According to recent reports, the camera module on the iPhone 17 will be different from its current counterparts and … Read more
Blake Lively’s legal team has petitioned a Texas court to depose Jed Wallace, a crisis consultancy expert allegedly involved in a smear campaign against the actress. The controversy began when Lively claimed Justin Baldoni engaged in unprofessional and sexually harassing conduct while working on their summer 2024 film It Ends With Us. Wallace, 54, runs … Read more
Novo Nordisk’s shares have plummeted over 9% this week after a Super Bowl ad highlighted the growing challenge to the company’s dominance in the weight-loss industry. The Danish pharma giant is now on track for its worst week on Wall Street this year. The ad, promoted by telehealth company Hims & Hers, took a surprising … Read more
The Boston Red Sox officially signed third baseman Alex Bregman to a three-year, $120 million contract extension through the 2027 season. The deal includes deferrals and opt-outs. To make room for Bregman on the 40-man roster, left-handed pitcher Patrick Sandoval was placed on the 60-day injured list. Bregman will wear No. 2, previously worn by … Read more
The highly anticipated third season of HBO’s “The White Lotus” premieres Sunday, February 16, and is already having a significant impact on tourism in Thailand. With shooting locations across the country, including Koh Samui, Chiang Mai, and Phuket, American fans are flocking to experience the luxurious settings showcased in the show. According to data from … Read more
The satirical comedy “Universal Language” directed by Matthew Rankin, imagines a snowy Canadian city as if it were Tehran. This film is aimed at Canadians and aficionados of Iranian cinema, combining the two cultural specificities to create something fresh and weird. In this thought-provoking world, Winnipeg has fully assimilated with Iranian cultural traditions. The movie … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s proposal to transfer Gaza residents outside the coastal enclave has sparked a unified response from Arabs, who reject the plan. This is not the first time such a move has been proposed; in 1982, a Syrian foreign minister described Palestinians as “a hotbed of trouble throughout the Arab world.” The new … Read more