Elon Musk’s advertising business on X is expected to see its first annual growth since 2021 this year, according to a new forecast by research firm EMARKETER. The company’s US digital ad revenue is projected to jump 17.5% to $1.3 billion, while global ad revenue will increase 16.5% to $2.3 billion. However, EMARKETER principal analyst … Read more
As scientists pour resources into developing tests for aging, concerns arise over the reliability of their results. With increased funding and public interest, numerous studies have emerged on measuring body decline rates. However, experts are divided on the accuracy of these tests, citing limitations in interpretation and presentation that often neglect the uncertainties involved. Source: … Read more
Primož Roglič has won the 2023 Volta a Catalunya, claiming his second overall victory in the Spanish stage race. In an explosive final stage, Roglič launched a stunning solo attack on the Montjuïc climb and maintained his lead all the way to the line. The Slovenian, riding for Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe, took advantage of a cancelled … Read more
Pope Francis has commended the work of hundreds of Missionaries of Mercy gathered in Rome over the weekend. These priests are part of a special jubilee dedicated to their role as confessors, who can absolve certain sins. Approximately 500 priests from around the world attended the gathering, which included training sessions and a pilgrimage through … Read more
Ad revenue growth is expected at X (formerly Twitter), driven by a shift in advertiser sentiment towards Elon Musk’s influence on the US government. Emarketer predicts $1.31 billion in US ad sales this year, up 17.5% from last year. Globally, projected ad revenue stands at $2.26 billion, an increase of 16.5%. Despite the growth, X’s … Read more
Min Woo Lee chipped in with a birdie on Saturday to take the lead in the Houston Open, four strokes ahead of Scottie Scheffler. The 26-year-old Australian shot a 7-under 63, his best round so far this tournament. Lee’s impressive round included an ace attempt on the ninth hole and several key putts that separated … Read more
Creator and writer Mike White’s control over The White Lotus is unparalleled, making it a rare example of artistic freedom in modern TV. Unlike the Marvel films, which often feel like committee-driven productions, White’s show is unapologetically its own vision. The White Lotus subverts the “peak woke” era of self-congratulatory art that dominated the late … Read more
Nintendo has sent shockwaves through the gaming community with its latest Direct presentation, packed with big-name titles like Pokémon Legends Z-A and Metroid Prime 4, all of which will supposedly be playable on the upcoming Switch 2 console. However, what’s more intriguing is that Nintendo hasn’t explicitly confirmed the Switch 2 release date or price. … Read more
The Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon capsule of the historic private astronaut mission Fram2 have arrived at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking a major milestone for the four-nation crew. The launch is scheduled for Monday evening (March 31) at 9:46 p.m. EDT with three more chances during the 4.5-hour-long window. The mission … Read more
Cloud-computing provider CoreWeave Inc. listed on the market with its $1.5 billion initial public offering, but the stock opened 2.5% below the offer price, closing at $39 per share. The company initially planned to sell 49 million shares for $47-$55 each, raising up to $2.7 billion. Instead, it sold 37.5 million shares for $40 apiece, … Read more