A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has revealed a new type of dark comet, doubling the known number to 14. These mysterious objects were initially thought to be asteroids but are now classified as dark comets, exhibiting hybrid behavior between asteroids and comets. The first dark comet was … Read more
A new study published on the arXiv preprint server highlights the alarming consequences of artificial intelligence (AI) on air pollution. Researchers at UC Riverside and Caltech found that the growing demand for data centers is driving toxic air pollution, with estimated annual costs reaching $20 billion in the US by 2030. The study reveals that … Read more
Bitcoin has reached an all-time high of over $100,000 for the first time, driven by investor optimism about President-elect Donald Trump’s policies and regulatory plans for cryptocurrencies. The cryptocurrency industry is excited about a second Trump presidency, which could bring about significant changes in how crypto assets are regulated. Trump’s election may have sparked bitcoin’s … Read more
Stellantis’ former CEO Carlos Tavares is being blamed for the death of the iconic Hemi V-8 engine, according to a report by CNBC. The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, claims that “everybody wanted to keep” the Hemi but Tavares pushed for its removal. The Hemi V-8 is still available as a crate engine … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal to establish a national Bitcoin reserve has faced criticism from economic experts, including former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers. The plan aims to create a strategic reserve of the cryptocurrency to enhance US financial stability and counter geopolitical rivals. Summers described the idea as “crazy” and lacking a clear purpose, stating … Read more
Missouri is monitoring reports of sick and dead waterfowl, including geese and ducks, as suspected cases of avian influenza (bird flu) have been confirmed across the state. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) advises residents to exercise caution. The highly pathogenic avian influenza virus spreads among birds through contact with infected droppings, saliva, and nasal … Read more
Sofronio Vasquez, a Filipino singer, has won season 26 of The Voice, beating out fellow contestants Shye, Danny Joseph, Jeremy Beloate, and Sydney Sterlace. Vasquez’s journey on the show began after he earned a four-chair turn during his blind audition with Rose Royce’s “I’m Goin’ Down.” He was later mentored by Canadian singer Michael Bublé. … Read more
General Motors (GM) will cease funding its Cruise division’s robotaxi development, citing increasing competition, capital allocation priorities, and the significant resources required to grow the business. Instead, GM plans to realign its autonomous driving strategy to focus on advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous systems for personal vehicles. The Detroit automaker spent over $10 billion … Read more
Spotify has shut down its Car Thing accessory, discontinuing all functionality. The company announced plans to discontinue the product several months ago due to low demand and supply chain issues. Existing accessories continued to work until this week, when users were met with a message stating that the device is no longer operational. Car Thing … Read more
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards will return in January with a star-studded lineup, including nominees like Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, Angelina Jolie, Daniel Craig, Denzel Washington, Ariana Grande, and more. Here are key things to know about the ceremony: Nikki Glaser is hosting the show this year, succeeding last year’s host Jo Koy. The nominees were … Read more