Andreessen Horowitz (A16z) is seeking to raise a massive $20 billion megafund focused on investing in growth-stage US startups with AI applications. The fundraising effort leverages the firm’s high-profile connections, including ties to former President Donald Trump, to attract international limited partners. The new fund will invest in prominent companies like xAI, Databricks, and OpenAI, … Read more
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has described Gaza as a “killing field” due to Israel’s blockade, which has led to an aid shortage and a surge in civilian casualties. The 6th UN agencies have urged world leaders to act urgently to ensure food and medical supplies reach Palestinians. Gaza has been under blockage since March 2, … Read more
A new poll by the Washington-based Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans have a negative view of President Donald Trump’s foreign policy. The survey found that 45% disapprove, while only 35% approve, of Trump’s decision to leave the World Health Organization. Trump has pursued a distinct approach to international relations, withdrawing from agreements such … Read more
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an end to the blockade on Gaza, saying civilians are trapped in a “death loop” due to Israel’s control over aid deliveries and a ban on entry of vital supplies. The blockage has lasted since March 2, with no food, fuel, or medicine reaching the enclave of … Read more
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A rare outbreak of hantavirus has claimed three lives in Mammoth Lakes, California, two states away from the home state of Gene Hackman’s late wife Betsy Arakawa. The victims reported symptoms in February and died at different times, with no clear link to mouse activity in their homes. High deer mouse numbers in the area … Read more
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has targeted President Donald Trump’s top trade advisor, Peter Navarro, calling him “dumber than a sack of bricks” and criticizing his tariffs on over 180 countries and territories. The spat between the two is the most public rift among Trump’s inner circle since he took office. Musk’s attacks on Navarro appear … Read more
Engadget is offering a limited-time deal on Apple TV+, allowing new and qualified returning subscribers to snag three months of access for just $9. This brings the monthly price down from its usual $10. The service includes popular original series like “Ted Lasso” and “Severance,” as well as films featuring notable titles such as the … Read more
Coffee lovers, rejoice! Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have uncovered a simple yet effective way to brew stronger coffee using pour-over methods. The key? Thick water jets, typically found in standard gooseneck kettles. In a study published in Physics of Fluids, the team discovered that high-height pour-over brewing with thick water jets creates an … Read more
The US government has provided a significant bailout to the health insurance industry, injecting $25 billion into private Medicare plans. This move is expected to ease the cost crisis faced by these plans, which have been struggling to stay afloat due to rising healthcare costs. The Trump administration’s decision aims to stabilize the private Medicare … Read more