SpaceX successfully splashed down a Dragon capsule off the coast of California on Friday, marking a historic milestone in space tourism. The capsule carried four private space tourists on its maiden crewed polar orbit flight, completing a journey that passed by both the North and South poles. This achievement is also significant as it marks … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs are expected to raise the price of Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max by up to $350 in the US, according to a new estimate from UBS analysts. The estimate reflects growing concerns among investors and customers about potential price hikes due to Trump’s tariffs. The iPhone 16 Pro Max, … Read more
The S&P 500 index jumped on Tuesday, driven by global markets regaining ground after a recent downturn. The benchmark US stock index rose to its highest level in over two weeks, boosted by a strong rally in Asian and European markets. President Trump’s comments about a potential trade war have sparked concerns about market volatility, … Read more
Framework Computer has temporarily discontinued its base models of upgradable laptops in the US due to Trump’s tariffs on Taiwan. The company cited that with a 10% tariff, it would have to sell the lowest-end laptops at a loss. The US website now shows prices starting at $1,099 for AMD and $1,399 for Intel, compared … Read more
Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale has regained its status as a highly acclaimed show, earning a perfect 100% critic score in its sixth and final season. This marks the highest critic score for the series since its groundbreaking first season in 2017. However, audience reception has been declining over the years, with critic scores dipping but … Read more
Researchers from ETH Zurich, SETI Institute, and other institutions have developed a new statistical model to help scientists understand how many exoplanets they should observe before declaring that life beyond Earth is common or rare. The study suggests that observing 40-80 planets without finding signs of life can confidently conclude that fewer than 10-20% of … Read more
Taiwan has reported a significant increase in cyberattacks, military exercises, and “gray zone” tactics by China in an effort to pressure the nation and deplete its resources. According to a report by the National Security Bureau (NSB), China conducted 40 combat readiness patrols around Taiwan last year and entered Taiwan airspace 3,070 times, up nearly … Read more
A groundbreaking achievement in de-extinction science has been made by Dallas-based biotech company Colossal Biosciences. Using ancient DNA and cutting-edge gene-editing technology, the team has successfully created three dire wolf pups, effectively reviving a species thought to be extinct for over 12,500 years. Colossal’s scientists assembled two high-quality Aenocyon dirus genomes from dire wolf fossils … Read more
Psyllium husk, a fiber supplement made from soluble fibers found in seeds of an Indian herb called Plantago ovata, has been gaining attention as a natural alternative to prescription medication Ozempic. But is it truly like Ozempic? Let’s dive into the facts. According to registered dietitians Jessica Cording and Keri Gans, psyllium husk works by … Read more
For the first time in decades, Lyle and Erik Menendez are feeling hopeful about receiving parole. The brothers, who were convicted of murdering their parents in 1996 and sentenced to life without parole, have spent over 30 years behind bars. In a recent jailhouse interview with TMZ, both brothers expressed cautious optimism about their chances … Read more