A devastating earthquake struck Myanmar two days ago, killing over 1,600 people and injuring more than 3,400. The magnitude 7.7 quake also caused widespread destruction in the city of Mandalay, which is home to over 1.7 million people. Aftershocks continue to rattle the city, making rescue operations challenging. Rescue workers are struggling to reach trapped … Read more
The Sundance Film Festival is set to move to its new home in Boulder, Colorado, starting January 2027. After a long search, the festival’s organizers are thrilled to announce that they have found the ideal location for their event. Boulder offers a unique combination of small-town charm, an engaged community, and vibrant arts scene, making … Read more
Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Roki Sasaki’s major league debut was cut short after he struggled with control, issuing four walks and getting only five outs in his first two innings. The 23-year-old right-hander, touted as Japan’s most impressive young pitcher, allowed two runs on three singles before being replaced by Jack Dreyer. Sasaki had a … Read more
Massive fossilized structures known as Prototaxites have baffled scientists for over 165 years. Despite numerous attempts to categorize them, researchers in the UK suggest that these enigmatic organisms may belong to a branch of their own, with no modern equivalent. Dating back around 400 million years, Prototaxites fossils were initially mistaken for rotting trees by … Read more
A measles outbreak has spread across 19 states in the US, with nearly 500 cases reported. The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed that 400 cases have been linked to a western Texas outbreak, with most cases found in unvaccinated individuals or those with unknown vaccination status. At least 41 people have been hospitalized … Read more
Donald Trump’s childhood home in Jamaica Estates, Queens, has sold for $835,000 – 40% less than its original price of $2.14 million in 2017. The Tudor-style two-story home was built by Trump’s father, Fred Trump, in 1940 and was the family’s residence from 1946 to 1950. The property has been vacant since 2017 after being … Read more
AOL, part of the Yahoo family of brands, operates several websites and apps, including Yahoo and its digital advertising service. To better tailor your experience on these platforms, AOL uses cookies and collects personal data. To opt-out of these additional uses or customize preferences, click ‘Manage privacy settings’. If you choose to reject all, a … Read more
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale has arrived with a plethora of tech deals, including stylish noise-canceling headphones, e-readers, and portable chargers. Key highlights include: * Apple Watch Series 10 at its lowest price ever * Noise-canceling headphones from our pick for best style and our favorite brand, with discounts up to 19% off * Sony’s comfortable … Read more
Boeing’s Starliner capsule will remain grounded for several more months as NASA continues to analyze data from its first crewed flight last June. The spacecraft suffered helium leaks in its propulsion system and failed five of its 28 reaction control system thrusters, which restricted propellant flow due to overheating in the engine pods. Despite initial … Read more
A team of researchers from the UK has made a groundbreaking discovery in their analysis of the fossilized remains of the ancient organism Prototaxites taiti. Contrary to long-held assumptions, the team found that Prototaxites doesn’t fit into the tree of life as we know it. Instead, they suggest that it belongs to a previously unknown … Read more