Jokic, Murray Out for Nuggets’ Game vs Lakers Due to Injuries

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray will miss Wednesday’s matchup against the Lakers due to injuries, according to ESPN. Jokic has a left ankle impingement and a contusion on his right elbow, while Murray is dealing with a sprained right ankle. Coach Michael Malone believes his players are making the right decisions by resting injured players. … Read more

Apple’s C1 Modem Beats Qualcomm in Real-World Testing

Apple spent years developing its new C1 modem, but expectations were that it would trail Qualcomm’s 5G modem. However, a recent study by Ookla reveals a different story. The study compared the iPhone 16e with C1 against the standard iPhone 16 with Qualcomm’s modem on the top three US carriers. The findings show Apple’s C1 … Read more

Kirsty Coventry Elected First Female, African IOC President

Kirsty Coventry has been elected as the first female and African president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), marking a significant milestone in the world of sports. The 41-year-old Zimbabwean swimmer won the presidential election with 49 votes, surpassing her closest rival, Juan Antonio Samaranch, who received 28 votes. Coventry’s victory comes after a seven-candidate … Read more

EU Unveils New Security Strategy to Reduce US Dependency

The European Union has announced a new security strategy aimed at reducing its dependency on the United States for military equipment and strengthening its own defense capabilities. In response to Russian aggression, the EU’s executive branch has unveiled the “Readiness 2030” strategy, which includes buying more defense equipment from European suppliers. The plan aims to … Read more

Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy Amid Shift to E-commerce

Forever 21, the fast-fashion retailer known for its trendy clothing at affordable prices, filed for bankruptcy on Tuesday. The chain, which employed over 43,000 people worldwide and brought in $4 billion in annual sales, has struggled with declining sales and increasing competition from e-commerce giants. For many consumers, Forever 21’s appeal lay in the thrill … Read more

Mysterious ‘Red Sprites’ Spotted Over Himalayas, Scientists Baffled

A recent study published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences has shed new light on the mysterious “red sprites” – electrical discharges that occur high above thunderstorms. The phenomenon, known for its jellyfish-like appearance and vivid red flashes, was recently observed over 100 times in one night over the Himalayas. The observation site, located on the … Read more

Crypto Optimism Shifts as Wall Street Reassesses Future

The Big Take Podcast reveals that despite recent volatility, the financial sector is reevaluating its stance on cryptocurrency. Following President Trump’s re-election, optimism for digital assets surged, with Bitcoin reaching an all-time high during his inauguration. However, this upward trend has been inconsistent since then, prompting Wall Street to reassess its approach. Key players in … Read more

NYC Comptroller Calls for Contract Extension Rejection Amid Corruption Allegations

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is urging the Adams administration to reject a contract extension that would hand over nearly $20 million to hotel owner Weihong Hu, who was indicted last month in a corruption scheme involving one of her government-funded properties. The proposed three-year deal would continue housing formerly incarcerated individuals at Hu’s … Read more

Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on Wine and Spirits from Europe

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 200 percent tariff on wine, champagne, and spirits imported from Europe. Late-night TV hosts poked fun at the move, calling it ironic given Trump’s fondness for drinking. Jimmy Kimmel joked that Americans are “making it very expensive to get drunk” with Trump’s tariffs. He said the … Read more