The European peace dividend, a theory suggesting that decades of peace would lead to significant economic savings, has proven costly in practice. While a reduction in military spending was expected to yield substantial benefits, the reality is more complex and nuanced. Recent data suggests that Europe’s security posture is becoming increasingly expensive. Historically, the “peace … Read more
Novak Djokovic’s player advocacy organisation, Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), has launched a lawsuit against the governing bodies of professional tennis, alleging systematic exploitation and suppression of competition. The six-year-old PTPA, which represents current and former players including Djokovic, Vasek Pospisil, Nick Kyrgios, and Sorana Cirstea, claims that the ATP Tour, WTA Tour, International Tennis … Read more
Nintendo has filed updated patents that shed light on its plans for the upcoming Switch 2 console, particularly in regards to artificial intelligence (AI) upscaling technology. The new details reveal how the system will generate higher-resolution gaming images without requiring more powerful hardware. The upgraded Nvidia Tegra processor inside the Switch 2 is expected to … Read more
New research using data from the James Webb Space Telescope has provided fresh evidence to support a radical theory that our universe could be living inside a black hole. A study of 263 galaxies found that most of them were rotating in the same direction, contradicting previous assumptions about the isotropy of the universe. Researchers … Read more
The San Francisco 49ers were well-represented at the University of Oregon’s Pro Day on Tuesday. General manager John Lynch attended along with five other personnel members. The Ducks have seven prospects in the top 130 picks of the upcoming NFL Draft, according to NFL mock drafts. Top-ranked prospects include Derrick Harmon, a defensive tackle; Josh … Read more
A small commercial plane crashed into the sea off Honduras’ coast Monday night, killing 12 people, including a well-known Garifuna musician. The Lanhsa Airlines flight, carrying 17 passengers and crew, failed to reach full altitude before sinking quickly after impact. Five survivors were rescued and hospitalized. Among those killed was Aurelio Martínez Suazo, a former … Read more
A disconnecting world is emerging, with global markets sending signals about a shift away from US stocks. Germany’s decision to increase borrowing for rearmament has led to a surge in the DAX index, while US stocks fell. This trend is also evident in China’s response to Tesla’s electric vehicle battery announcement, which prompted a significant … Read more
The U.S. Soccer 2025 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup is set to kick off tonight, featuring a record-breaking $1 million purse for the competition. This year’s champion will receive $600,000 and a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. The tournament, now in its 110th edition, celebrates elite amateur and professional soccer across the country. … Read more
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen has urged member states to cooperate on buying weapons as the US retreats from Europe. The Commission aims to create an EU-wide market for defense equipment by 2030, citing the need for reliable supply chains in times of crisis. A €150 billion fund will support countries’ defense spending, … Read more
Gold prices surged to a record high above $3,030 an ounce as tensions in the Middle East and concerns over a slowing US economy pushed investors towards safe-haven assets. The rise in gold prices was driven by airstrikes launched by Israel across Gaza, which killed hundreds of people, shattering a nearly two-month ceasefire. Traders also … Read more