A motorcyclist, Geoffrey Stirling, 45, was fatally shot by a Newport Beach police officer during a traffic stop on Thursday, April 17. The incident occurred after Stirling became uncooperative with the officer and assaulted them. He took the officer’s Taser from their duty belt and attempted to use it on the officer multiple times. The … Read more
Pershing Square CEO Bill Ackman recently proposed a partnership between Hertz and Uber to roll out a fleet of autonomous vehicles (AVs). In a post on X, Ackman expressed his enthusiasm for the idea, citing Hertz’s vast network of 500,000 vehicles and 11,200 locations globally as ideal partners. He believes that such a partnership would … Read more
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has exposed ancient royal palace ruins from the Konbaung Dynasty beneath the city of Inwa. The quake struck near Mandalay, revealing monumental structures linked to Burmese royalty. Archaeologists began excavations days after the disaster and uncovered a site that may have hosted spiritual rituals and royal ceremonies. The ruins feature … Read more
This week, we’re sharing our latest playlist featuring the best new music from the past week. From dreamy indie rock to punk-infused energy, we’ve got you covered. Our playlist includes tracks from Lana Del Rey, caroline, Tunde Adebimpe, Pulp, Turnstile, and many more. You’ll hear hits like “Henry, Come On” by Lana Del Rey, “Tell … Read more
The US healthcare system may be severely impacted if President Donald Trump’s trade war with China leads to a shortage of essential rare earth minerals. These 17 metals, crucial for defense, health-care, and technology products, are mainly processed by China. As part of its retaliation against escalating US tariffs, Beijing has recently restricted the export … Read more
Nintendo’s open-world kart racer has long impressed with its visuals. The latest screenshots from a direct announcement have confirmed our initial impression: Mario Kart World is a game that truly looks like a Nintendo game, but with significant graphical upgrades. This leap to 4K resolution not only increases the overall clarity and sharpness of the … Read more
ChatGPT Plus is the best AI subscription, offering unmatched value in the market. For just $20 a month, it provides faster responses, advanced tools, and exclusive access to GPT-4o. This comprehensive package elevates the user experience far beyond the free tier. Faster responses and priority access are key benefits, eliminating long wait times during high-traffic … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a surprise one-day ceasefire in Ukraine for Easter, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy dismissed the proposal as “yet another attempt by Putin to play with human lives.” The ceasefire is set to run from 6 p.m. Moscow time (1500 GMT) on Saturday until midnight on Sunday night. Zelenskiy said that … Read more
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard has been cleared to resume basketball activities after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right calf. The team announced that Lillard will not play in Game 1 against the Pacers, but he can gradually increase his on-court activity as he prepares for his return. Lillard’s health is … Read more
Max Verstappen secured pole position in the first qualifying session, beating his teammate Oscar Piastri by a mere 0.1 seconds. George Russell took third place with Charles Leclerc in fourth. The starting grid for the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has been revealed. Here’s the full grid: 1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 1:27.294 2. … Read more