Samsung Unveils Next-Gen Odyssey OLED Gaming Monitors
Samsung has announced its 2024 lineup of Odyssey gaming monitors, headlined by three new OLED models - the 49-inch curved G9, 32-inch G8, and 27-inch G6. Unveiled just ahead of…
Samsung has announced its 2024 lineup of Odyssey gaming monitors, headlined by three new OLED models - the 49-inch curved G9, 32-inch G8, and 27-inch G6. Unveiled just ahead of…
Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, has permanently cut the price of its Quest 2 virtual reality (VR) headset by $150 to $249 in a bid to boost lackluster…
A powerful X-class solar flare erupted from the Sun on December 31st, unleashing a wave of charged particles towards Earth that could spark geomagnetic storms and northern lights displays over…
The Epic Games Store has started 2024 by continuing its tradition of offering free weekly games. The latest free titles hint at upcoming releases and provide some clues into Epic's…
LG Electronics has unveiled a unique new product at CES 2024 called the LG DukeBox, combining retro vacuum tube audio technology with a cutting-edge transparent OLED display. As LG's most…
Elon Musk's $44 billion takeover of Twitter and conversion to X has resulted in the company losing over 70% of its valuation, according to new filings. This precipitous drop highlights…
Asset managers including Fidelity, BlackRock, and VanEck submitted updated filings for spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to the SEC last week ahead of a key deadline that could see decisions…
Social Security recipients across the country will start to see bigger payments hitting their bank accounts this month. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced the new cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)…
A man was found dead inside the engine of a Delta Air Lines plane at the Salt Lake City International Airport on January 2nd after breaching security and climbing into…
The US national debt has reached yet another record high, surging past $34 trillion for the first time as rising interest rates drive the government's borrowing costs ever higher. With…
Michigan rang in 2024 with a big lottery winner, as a single Powerball ticket sold in Grand Blanc matched all six numbers to win the $842 million jackpot on January…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has overtaken Tesla as the world's largest EV maker by sales volume in the fourth quarter of 2023. This caps a monumental year for BYD,…
Global stocks pulled back on Tuesday as hopes faded that major central banks would pivot to less aggressive interest rate hikes or even cuts later this year. Investors took a…
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy's newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, is heading back to its homeport in Norfolk, Virginia after an extended 8-month deployment to the…
16-year-old Luke Littler has shocked the darts world by reaching the final of the 2024 PDC World Darts Championship, defeating two-time former champion Rob Cross in the semi-finals. The teenage…
The Biden administration and US lawmakers have strongly condemned recent remarks by two Israeli cabinet ministers calling for the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza as "irresponsible" and a violation…
Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea's main opposition party, was stabbed in the neck on January 2nd during a visit to the city of Busan. Lee, who narrowly lost…
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on several Ukrainian cities early Monday morning, killing at least 4 people and wounding scores more in the largest attack since Russia's…
Global shipping giant Maersk has announced an indefinite pause on Red Sea transits for its cargo ships, citing safety concerns due to continued attacks on commercial vessels by Iran-backed Houthi…
A series of devastating earthquakes struck Japan's western coast on Monday, January 1st 2024, triggering tsunami warnings and leading to widespread destruction and loss of life. Massive Magnitude 7.6 Quake…
Israel has launched a strike in Beirut targeting a senior Hamas military leader, Saleh al-Arouri, killing him along with three others on January 2nd. The attack threatens to expand the…
2023 proved to be a monumental year for scientific discovery and technological innovation. As the year draws to a close, scientists reflect on groundbreaking developments that advanced our understanding of…
WhatsApp has announced that starting January 1, 2024, unlimited free backups to Google Drive will no longer be available for Android users. Backups will now count towards a user's total…
The year 2023 saw several developments that have transformed the treatment of obesity, bringing new hope but also new challenges. Powerful new weight loss drugs like semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide…
New Research Shows Processed Food Main Driver of Obesity Crisis A new study published in the journal Nutrients reveals that ultra-processed foods are the primary cause behind rising obesity levels…
Respiratory illnesses like flu, RSV and COVID surge as holidays end South Carolina is experiencing extremely high and widespread flu activity, with the state currently ranked the highest in the…
As life expectancies continue rising globally, more attention is being paid to lifestyle factors that impact longevity and promote healthy aging. Recent news stories highlight insights from longevity experts and…
Several major hospital systems across the United States have reinstated mask requirements for staff and visitors in recent weeks due to surging COVID-19 cases driven by new Omicron subvariants. The…
Cannabis use has risen sharply in recent years following legalization efforts, but emerging research indicates this may coincide with adverse mental health outcomes, especially among adolescents and young adults. Several…
NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make history in 2024 by becoming the first spacecraft to "touch" the Sun. After launching in 2018, the Parker probe has been gradually…
Researchers in Japan have discovered a protein called HKDC1 that shows promise for preventing aging at the cellular level, potentially paving the way for anti-aging therapies that could extend human…
2022 marked the year that NASA returned humans to the Moon for the first time since 1972 with the uncrewed Artemis I test flight. 2024 is shaping up to be…
It has been 200 years since Megalosaurus, the first ever dinosaur was discovered and scientifically described, kickstarting the entire field of paleontology. This pivotal moment deserves reflection on its legacy…
The James Webb Space Telescope, launched in 2021 as the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope, has rung in 2023 by unveiling a series of jaw-dropping new images of our…
The first major meteor shower event of 2024, the Quadrantids, is set to put on a dazzling show this week, peaking on night of January 3-4. With ideal dark sky…
A powerful solar storm is battering Earth's magnetic field after the Sun unleashed its strongest solar flare in over 5 years on New Year's Eve. The intense X5-class flare and…
The Seattle Kraken shut out the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in front of a sellout crowd of over 30,000 fans at the 2024 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at T-Mobile Park…
The New York Knicks started 2024 off with a 112-106 home win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. The Knicks unveiled their new acquisition, forward OG Anunoby, who had an…
Alabama's bid for back-to-back national championships came to a shocking end on New Year's Day, as the Crimson Tide fell to Michigan 27-20 in overtime at the Rose Bowl Game…
The Detroit Lions nearly pulled off an incredible comeback victory against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night, rallying from a 17-6 fourth quarter deficit to take a 19-17 lead in…
Backstory Leading Up to the Quarterback Decision The Pittsburgh Steelers enter Week 18 still in playoff contention, needing a win over the division rival Baltimore Ravens as well as some…
The Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks completed a major trade on Saturday, with the Raptors sending forward OG Anunoby to the Knicks in exchange for RJ Barrett and Immanuel…
The Green Bay Packers kept their playoff hopes alive with a convincing 33-10 win over their NFC North division rivals, the Minnesota Vikings, on New Year's Eve. Quarterback Jordan Love,…
Background and Lead-up The 2024 College Football Playoff Sugar Bowl featured the #2 Washington Huskies taking on the #3 Texas Longhorns, with the winner advancing to face #1 Michigan in…
The 2024 Philadelphia Mummers Parade on New Year's Day was marred by a brief but heated confrontation between a parade participant and a spectator who tried to take a "Trump…
Introduction It's been nearly one year since actor Jeremy Renner was involved in a traumatic snowplow accident at his Nevada home that left him hospitalized with major injuries. As Renner…
The new year promises exciting premieres across streaming platforms and cable networks. From long-awaited revivals to fresh adaptations of popular IP, 2024 has something for every TV fan. Let's dive…
WWE held its first pay-per-view event of 2024 last night with Raw Day 1, headlined by Seth Rollins defending the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Drew McIntyre. The show saw…
Hulu released a teaser trailer for Lisa Vanderpump's upcoming reality series Vanderpump Villa on New Year's Eve, giving fans a glimpse into the luxurious world of the restaurateur's latest venture…
Mickey Mouse, one of the most iconic cartoon characters in history, has entered the public domain after 95 years under the tight control of the Walt Disney Company. An early…
'The Handmaid's Tale' star Yvonne Strahovski and her husband Tim Loden have welcomed their third child together. The couple shared the happy news on Instagram on December 31. Overjoyed New…
Ana Ofelia Murguía, the renowned Mexican actress who voiced Mama Coco in Disney Pixar's Oscar-winning 2017 animated film "Coco," has died at the age of 90. Her passing was confirmed…
Microsoft has quietly launched a standalone Copilot app featuring its AI-powered assistant for Android devices. The free app provides users with AI capabilities similar to ChatGPT to help with a…
Apple released the iOS 17.2.1 software update for iPhones on December 22nd, 2023. The update was expected to fix bugs and improve the performance of iPhones. However, soon after its…
As of January 1st, 2024, Steam has officially ended support for Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1. This means that the Steam gaming platform will no longer run on…
Popular messaging app Telegram has rolled out a major update packed with new features aimed at improving the calling experience, enhancing sharing and gifting abilities, and allowing more customization options.…
Apple recently introduced a new "App Tracking Transparency" feature that requires apps to get user permission before tracking their data across other apps and websites. This has significant implications for…
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 is set to kick off on January 9th in Las Vegas, offering a glimpse into the latest innovations and future trends across the tech…
Introduction Heading into 2023, most economists and media outlets warned Americans to brace for a recession as the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to combat stubborn inflation. However, the doomsday…
Investors are entering 2024 with renewed optimism that stocks will continue their upward climb after a volatile yet ultimately positive year for markets in 2023. Several key factors have analysts…
Bitcoin's price has skyrocketed in early 2024, reaching new all-time highs above $100,000 as institutional adoption continues to accelerate. Several key developments are driving this latest bitcoin bull run. Record…
China Evergrande Group's Hong Kong-listed electric vehicle (EV) unit said on Sunday its agreement to raise $355 million by selling shares to an outside investor had lapsed. Evergrande Seeking Funds…
Effective January 1st, 2024, the eligibility requirements for the federal $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit have tightened, resulting in several popular EV models no longer qualifying for the full credit.…
The Dutch government has revoked export licenses for ASML Holding NV, preventing the leading semiconductor equipment supplier from shipping advanced lithography machines to China. This move escalates tensions in the…
China saw a major rebound in travel over the Lunar New Year holiday period this year, with both domestic and international travel returning close to pre-pandemic levels. This surge in…
Asian stocks were muted on the first trading day of 2024 as worries over China's economic outlook persisted. While some investors are positioning for China's eventual reopening and recovery, fresh…
Iranian Destroyer Enters Red Sea via Strategic Channel An Iranian warship has entered the Red Sea through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic channel between Yemen and Djibouti that connects…
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has outlined an aggressive agenda for 2024, vowing to expand his country's nuclear weapons and missile capabilities. In a recent high-level meeting, Kim called…
In a sudden and unexpected announcement during her annual New Year's speech, 82-year-old Queen Margrethe II of Denmark stated she will be abdicating the throne in favor of her son,…
Muhammad Yunus, the pioneering economist and 2006 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was convicted on January 1st, 2023 of violating Bangladesh's labor laws. A special court in Dhaka sentenced the 83-year-old…
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest and most advanced aircraft carrier, is heading back to the United States after more than 8 months deployed in the Mediterranean Sea.…
Israel has announced it is withdrawing several thousand troops from Gaza, while vowing to continue its military campaign against Palestinian militant groups for the long term. The move comes after…
Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea's main opposition party, was stabbed in the neck on Tuesday by an unidentified assailant while giving a speech in the southeastern city of…
Artificial intelligence (AI) has led to a major breakthrough in antibiotic discovery, with multiple research teams announcing the identification of new compounds that show promise in fighting drug-resistant bacteria. These…
Consuming too much sugar has long been linked to conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. But emerging research now shows it can also damage the brain, leading to shrinkage…
Exciting new research suggests simple lifestyle changes could pave the way for longer, healthier lifespans. As 2023 begins, experts are optimistic that adopting longevity-boosting habits early and consistently can slow…
A bacterial infection called Shigella has been rapidly spreading through homeless encampments in Portland, Oregon over the past few weeks, causing concerning outbreaks that public health officials say have reached…
Respiratory illnesses including flu are spiking across parts of the Southern United States, with South Carolina and Louisiana reporting the highest flu activity in the country. Health officials are urging…
A new Omicron subvariant of COVID-19 known as JN.1 has rapidly spread across the United States, accounting for nearly half of all new cases over the past week. According to…
2022 saw several groundbreaking developments in health and medicine that will have significant impacts going forward. As we enter 2023, some of the key advancements over the past year show…
Los Angeles County health officials announced this week the reinstatement of a mask mandate applying to all staff and visitors at healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, doctor's offices, and nursing…
NASA's Curiosity rover on Mars has captured a mesmerizing panorama showing a full Martian day, from dawn to dusk. The black-and-white timelapse provides a unique perspective into 24 hours on…
Astronomers and space enthusiasts around the world are celebrating exciting new discoveries made in recent weeks thanks to powerful new ground and space-based telescopes coming online. These new observatories are…
Introduction NASA has launched a daring new mission to get up close and personal with an asteroid named Apophis that some scientists have dubbed the "God of Chaos." This peanut-shaped…
2022 was a record year for rocket launches from Florida's Space Coast, and 2023 is shaping up to be another busy year. But many experts say that 2024 may be…
NASA's Juno spacecraft has completed its close flyby of Jupiter's volcanic moon Io, capturing astonishing new images of the moon's fiery volcanic surface. The flyby on December 30th brought Juno…
2023 was a groundbreaking year for space exploration, with several high-profile missions achieving major milestones. NASA, SpaceX, China, India, the UAE, and others expanded our understanding of the solar system…
Overview Today, January 1st, Earth has reached perihelion, the point in its orbit when it is closest to the Sun. This astronomic event occurs once a year in early January…
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured the clearest images yet of the icy planet Uranus, showcasing the planet, its rings, and several of its moons in exquisite detail. These…
The Denver Broncos beat the Los Angeles Chargers 16-9 on Sunday, but the win wasn't enough to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Quarterback Jarrett Stidham made his first career…
Philadelphia Eagles rookie safety Sydney Brown electrified Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday with a 99-yard interception return for a touchdown in the team's 20-10 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Longest…
The Baltimore Ravens delivered a dominant performance on Sunday, blowing out the Miami Dolphins by a score of 56-19. Led by likely MVP Lamar Jackson, the Ravens clinched the AFC's…
The Chicago Bears have secured the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft after the Carolina Panthers lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. This gives the Bears…
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 25-17 on Sunday to clinch their 8th consecutive AFC West division title. While the banged-up Bengals put up a fight, the Chiefs…
Official's Call Negates Lions' Potential Game-Winning 2-Point Conversion In one of the most dramatic and controversial endings to an NFL game this season, the Dallas Cowboys narrowly defeated the Detroit…
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper is facing criticism after appearing to throw a drink at opposing fans during his team’s season finale loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Background: The Panthers’…
Overview With one week remaining in the 2023 NFL regular season, the playoff picture is really starting to take shape in both conferences. Several teams have already clinched playoff spots…
Ian Ziering, best known for playing Steve Sanders on the 1990s teen drama Beverly Hills, 90210, was brutally attacked by a group of bikers in a shocking altercation that took…
The new year has arrived, and astrologers are peering into their crystal balls to divine what 2024 may hold in store for each zodiac sign. While some are forecasting positive…
Legendary stand-up comedian and Las Vegas staple Shecky Greene died Sunday at the age of 97 from natural causes. Greene was known for his improvisational comedy skills, brash observational humor…