Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right calf, which will sideline him for an indefinite period, the team announced Tuesday. The 34-year-old point guard is on blood-thinning medication and has undergone a series of meetings with specialists to diagnose the clot. Lillard’s health is the top … Read more
Antarctica, the frozen continent, has long been shrouded in mystery. A new map, called Bedmap3, has unveiled a detailed view of the land beneath the millions of miles of ice, revealing towering mountains and deep canyons hidden from sight. Led by the British Antarctic Survey, the study used over 60 years of data from planes, … Read more
US President Donald Trump is expanding his crypto empire with the launch of a new dollar-backed stablecoin and investment funds for digital assets. World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency venture Trump helped launch last year, announced plans to launch USD1, a stablecoin pegged at a 1-to-1 ratio to the US dollar. Stablecoins are gaining popularity due … Read more
Apple is set to reveal its upcoming software updates, including revamped iPhone, iPad, and Mac operating systems, during its Worldwide Developers Conference starting June 9. The event will be conducted online, with in-person keynote presentations at the start of the week. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-25/apple-poised-to-unveil-new-software-at-june-9-developers-event
Stanislaus County public health officials are urging residents to get tested for tuberculosis (TB) due to its potential severity. TB claims an estimated 1.25 million lives globally each year and is responsible for about 600 deaths annually in the US. In California, there were over 2 million people infected with the TB bacterium as of … Read more
Diabetes Alert Day is a reminder to get tested for diabetes, a condition where the body has trouble regulating blood sugar levels. It’s encouraged by officials to inspire Americans to take action and get tested. According to health experts, early detection of diabetes can significantly improve treatment outcomes and prevent complications. The Centers for Disease … Read more
23andMe entered the scene by collecting saliva samples from millions of customers and providing ancestry results. However, the company aimed to expand its services to develop new medicines and offer personalized healthcare. It hoped its vast genetic data would aid research. Despite this goal, 23andMe struggled. The company’s efforts to become a biotechnology firm and … Read more
French actor Gérard Depardieu is on trial in a Paris courtroom, facing up to five years in prison and a fine of €75,000 if convicted of allegedly sexually assaulting two women. The 76-year-old actor has denied all charges, claiming he grabbed the hips of one woman to avoid slipping due to heat exhaustion. Depardieu faces … Read more
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will embark on his first major trip to the Caribbean this week, marking a significant shift in attention towards the region. As the second Trump administration takes hold, Rubio sees an opportunity to design a new strategy that can yield tangible benefits for both US and regional interests. The … Read more
Target is offering a limited-time deal on the highly-rated Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling wireless headphones. Normally priced at around $300, these headphones are now available for just $179.99 after applying a 50% off Target Circle coupon. This is the lowest price seen for this model and beats last year’s Black Friday price by $20. The Sony … Read more