A technical issue caused widespread disruptions to websites across the globe yesterday evening, with many users experiencing a 429 Too Many Requests error message. The problem, which is also known as “Rate Limiting,” occurs when a website receives too many requests within a certain timeframe. This can happen for various reasons, such as increased traffic … Read more
The US government is set to seize a plane held by Venezuela’s Vice President Diosdado Rodríguez in the Dominican Republic since last year. This move may hinder cooperation on deportation efforts between the two countries. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to announce the seizure this week, according to sources familiar with the situation. … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr, has been accused of killing a protected duck species while hunting in Italy’s Venice lagoon. A video from Field Ethos, an outdoor lifestyle publication co-founded by Trump Jr, shows him shooting and killing a rare ruddy shelduck (Tadorna ferruginea) in the Pierimpie’ valley near Venice. The bird … Read more
Tech giants Amazon, Google, and others are facing challenges in meeting growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) services. The outlook has been disappointing, with shares dropping after earnings reports. Amazon warned that it may face difficulties in meeting the increasing demand for its cloud computing sector, citing capacity limitations. The concerns echo those of rival … Read more
Kendrick Lamar previewed his upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance three days before the big event, saying that audiences can expect “storytelling” to immerse themselves in his music. The 37-year-old rapper, who recently took home five Grammys, including record of the year and song of the year, will perform at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on … Read more
A severe flu season is sweeping the US, with doctors reporting record numbers of patients being hospitalized for influenza. In New Jersey, the state’s influenza activity has reached its highest level since the CDC designation. According to Dr. Martin Topiel, an infection prevention officer at Virtua Health, emergency rooms are flooded with cases, and many … Read more
Becton Dickinson, a US medical device maker, is considering separating its life sciences unit valued at approximately $30 billion. The decision comes after activist investor Starboard Value took a stake in the company and pushed for the sale of its life sciences business. The life sciences unit generates significant revenue, accounting for over a quarter … Read more
Music industry insider Halsey has come to the defense of Best New Artist winner Chappell Roan after a scathing op-ed in The Hollywood Reporter criticized her Grammy acceptance speech. Roan’s speech, which called for labels to offer livable wages and healthcare to young artists, was denounced as “misguided” by music journalist Jeff Rabhan. Halsey took … Read more
Actress Mamie Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, has filed for divorce after six years of marriage to writer Mehar Sethi. The divorce petition lists “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the split and seeks joint custody of their two children, aged five and three. This is not Mamie’s first divorce; she previously divorced actor Benjamin … Read more
A new version of the NASA buyout / deferred resignation form has been distributed to personnel, dated February 4, 2025. The update includes changes that warrant attention from staff, particularly item 14. Details on this revised form are available below. NASA personnel should review this updated document carefully to understand the implications of these changes. … Read more