A US government employee has been fired after ordering disaster relief workers to skip homes with yard signs supporting President-elect Donald Trump, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The incident has been referred to a special counsel’s office for further investigation. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell described the action as “reprehensible” and a violation … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is undergoing its third major shakeup in five years, with Nvidia replacing Intel and Sherwin-Williams taking the spot of chemical giant Dow. The changes suggest that additional replacements are possible. Walt Disney (DIS 0.09%) could be vulnerable to replacement if its streaming segment falls back into losses or parks show … Read more
SpaceX has announced three consecutive rocket launch windows set to take place over Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday from the Space Coast in Florida. The launches will mark significant milestones as they aim to reach the 77th, 78th, and 79th orbital rocket launches of the year. The first launch is scheduled for Sunday at 4:28-8:59 p.m., … Read more
SpaceX has successfully performed the first orbital boost for the International Space Station (ISS) using its Dragon spacecraft. The maneuver, which raised the station’s orbit by a tiny bit, marks a significant milestone in the company’s capabilities and will provide valuable data to inform the design of SpaceX’s upcoming ISS deorbit vehicle. The ISS requires … Read more
Bitcoin is nearing an unprecedented price milestone of $80,000 for the first time as investors take optimism about President-elect Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance into account. The cryptocurrency gained 4.3% to $79,771 on Sunday and remained steady around $79,000 on Monday. Smaller tokens such as Cardano and Dogecoin also saw significant gains. Digital asset traders attribute … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average has made its third major move in five years, replacing Intel with Nvidia and removing chemical company Dow Inc. This change brings a more dynamic mix to the 128-year-old index, shifting its focus from traditional blue-chip dividend stocks to industry leaders driving growth. In contrast to other major indexes like … Read more
Democracy’s greatest foe is not an external threat, but internal division. Without treatment, extreme politics can be fatal to democratic societies. In the US, this week’s presidential election has raised concerns about the country’s future and its fractured politics. History shows that polarization doesn’t disappear with new leadership. Instead, it often leads to “democratic backsliding.” … Read more
Oxford researchers have made significant progress in fusion energy research with a new experiment at an advanced lab in France. The team used a “meso-scale” gas launcher to shoot aluminum projectiles at a target containing fusion fuel, causing the reaction to start. This technique, called impact fusion, could provide a novel approach to creating sustainable … Read more
Unlocking the full potential of ChatGPT requires more than just asking straightforward questions. To get the most out of this powerful assistant, it’s essential to use specific and open-ended prompts that allow the AI to showcase its capabilities. ChatGPT is a versatile tool that can spark creativity, enhance learning, and help streamline your life. By … Read more
A recent study analyzing the gut microbiomes of over 200 octogenarians revealed a significant decline in bacterial diversity with age. However, researchers discovered an unexpected adaptive mechanism that may contribute to healthier ageing in older individuals. Scientists found that certain bacterial species, such as Alistipes and Bacteroides, increase in abundance and produce butyrate through alternative … Read more