A moon alert has been issued for Tuesday, December 10, 2024, as the lunar body enters the fiery sign of Aries. Chicagoans are advised to avoid shopping or making important decisions after 4 p.m. Here’s how the moon’s presence affects each zodiac sign: – Aries (March 21-April 19): Expect an upbeat and fun-loving day, perfect … Read more
Reddit has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered search feature called “Reddit Answers” aimed at helping users quickly find answers based on user posts. The feature allows users to ask questions just like they can with ChatGPT and other generative AI services. The test version of the feature is available via a new button on Reddit’s … Read more
California officials have announced plans to appeal a judge’s decision rejecting their lawsuit over a voter identification measure passed by the city of Huntington Beach in March. The state will continue to fight the law, which allows the city to implement voter identification requirements in 2026. In a statement, Attorney General Rob Bonta said the … Read more
Rupert Murdoch’s attempt to change his family’s trust has been rejected, according to a Nevada probate commissioner. The decision blocks Lachlan Murdoch’s effort to gain control of the Fox News media empire and ensure its conservative editorial stance. The trust, which divides control among four of Rupert Murdoch’s children after his death, was amended in … Read more
Stomach cancer rates are increasing globally, particularly among younger adults. According to Dr. Travis Grotz, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, the disease used to be associated with older age groups but is now being diagnosed in people as young as 20. Grotz notes that many younger patients with stomach cancer are being diagnosed late, when … Read more
The University of North Carolina is searching for Mack Brown’s successor, with Bill Belichick being a top candidate. However, negotiations have stalled due to uncertainties about the program’s future. Belichick’s succession plan involves his son Steve, who would take over as head coach in 3-5 years if his father takes the job. This move could … Read more
The US government has scheduled a classified briefing for the House of Representatives on Tuesday, focusing on China’s alleged Salt Typhoon hacking campaign that targeted American telecommunications companies. Eight firms in the US have reportedly been impacted, with metadata stolen from a large number of Americans. Several agencies, including the FBI, Office of the Director … Read more
A new study suggests that indulging in sweets may actually lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. Researchers found that Swedes who consumed two servings of sugary foods or drinks per day had a 25% lower risk of stroke and a 22% lower chance of a heart attack. The study, which followed almost 70,000 … Read more
Janssen-Cilag International, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, has released positive data from Phase 3 trials for its multiple myeloma treatment Darzalex (daratumumab). The results showed improved minimal residual disease negativity rates and progression-free survival in patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma. The CEPHEUS trial combination of Darzalex with bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone demonstrated significant … Read more
A $10 million bounty on Abu Mohammed al-Golani’s head may be just a distant memory as the US has now turned to him for help in stabilizing Syria. The rebel leader, who played a crucial role in ousting dictator Bashar al-Assad from power this weekend, faces numerous challenges in his new role. Al-Golani was raised … Read more