The US government’s proposal to slash NASA’s research and science budget has sparked concern among lawmakers, who warn of a major blow to the country’s space exploration ambitions. The plan, which would reduce funding from $7 billion to just under $4 billion this fiscal year, has been met with fierce opposition from Maryland lawmakers. Sen. … Read more
US President Donald Trump has suggested temporarily exempting the auto industry from tariffs he previously imposed on the sector, as carmakers seek time to adjust their supply chains. The move aims to help automakers relocate production from Canada and Mexico. Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis have backed this goal of increased domestic production. However, experts … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s trade war is taking a toll on the US dollar, which has lost almost 10% of its value since his inauguration. The currency’s decline accelerated in the past month, with over half of that loss happening this month. Investors are shifting their focus away from US dollars and Treasuries due to … Read more
Astronomers have detected a new exoplanet orbiting the nearby star GI 410, located approximately 39 light years away. The newly discovered planet, GI 410 b, is classified as a sub-Neptune with a mass of at least 8.4 Earth masses and orbits its host every 6.02 days. Using the radial velocity method, which involves monitoring the … Read more
Former Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith is expected to retire after 14 seasons in the NFL, 13 of which he spent with the team. A two-time All Pro and seven-time Pro Bowl selection, Smith announced his plans at a press conference scheduled for later this week. The eight-time Pro Bowler was drafted by the … Read more
Google’s AI-powered virtual assistant, Claude, has introduced two new capabilities to enhance its collaborative work features. The first is a research function that enables users to find answers quickly and accurately, using both internal and external sources. This feature, combined with a Google Workspace integration, allows users to access their email, calendar, and documents directly … Read more
Israeli forces have carried out airstrikes across the Gaza Strip and West Bank, killing at least 21 people. The strikes targeted residential areas, including Yarmouk Stadium in Gaza City, which houses thousands of displaced Palestinians. In the West Bank, a Palestinian man and his child were injured by shrapnel from Israeli bullets fired during a … Read more
China has publicly exposed three US National Security Agency (NSA) employees accused of hacking the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, a move seen as a major escalation in the ongoing cyber espionage rivalry between the two countries. Chinese authorities claim the hacks targeted sensitive systems holding personal information of event participants. The Chinese foreign ministry … Read more
Fund managers have become increasingly pessimistic about US stocks in a short span of time, according to a survey by Bank of America. The percentage of investors who are overweighting the US market has fallen from 17% in February to just 36% in April. The survey also found that cash levels are rising as fund … Read more
HBO’s “The Last of Us” returned for its second season on Sunday night, attracting a large audience with its premiere episode. According to Nielsen’s measurement, the show drew 5.3 million viewers, marking a 13% increase from its first season premiere in January 2023. This growth is not unexpected, given the show’s massive success in its … Read more