A devastating attack by Houthi forces resulted in the loss of three lives aboard the Barbados-flagged, Liberian-owned bulk carrier True Confidence in the Gulf of Aden. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday, involved an anti-ship ballistic missile striking the vessel, causing significant damage and leading to several fatalities and injuries among the multinational crew. Among
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The existence of giant star-shaped sand dunes in modern deserts has puzzled scientists for years, especially considering that only one such dune has been identified in the geological records, dating back more than 250 million years in north-east Scotland. This is surprising, given that these unique dunes can be found in various deserts across the
The recent New Mexico trial of “Rust” armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has brought to light the devastating consequences of negligence on a film set. The 26-year-old was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of the film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, after actor Alec Baldwin held a prop gun that fired a live round of ammunition.
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have achieved a significant milestone by successfully growing small yet intricate models of human organs from live fetus cells. This pioneering research not only provides valuable insights into human development but also holds the potential for innovative treatments for prenatal malformations. These organoids, although not exact replicas of organs, closely
In a bold move, New York Community Bank announced a significant injection of over $1 billion in funds with the help of private equity players. This financial boost, led by ex-Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin’s Liberty Strategic Capital with a staggering $450 million, has helped to alleviate concerns about the bank’s financial stability. Following a steep
Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips, from Minnesota, recently announced his decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race and threw his support behind President Joe Biden. This move came after Phillips recognized that he was not the alternative that Americans were seeking. While initially expressing gratitude for the support he received, Phillips ultimately acknowledged that
The Florida Panthers made a significant move to bolster their roster by acquiring Ottawa Senators winger Vladimir Tarasenko. In exchange, the Senators will receive a conditional 2024 fourth-round pick that could become a 2026 third-round pick if the Panthers win the Stanley Cup. Additionally, the Senators will receive a 2025 third-round pick and will retain
The study conducted by Elan Louis, MD, and his team at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas revealed some shocking statistics. Over a period of 5 years, they found that the cumulative prevalence of dementia in people with essential tremor was 18.5%. Additionally, the average annual conversion rate of mild cognitive impairment
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently addressed the topic of interest rates, reiterating that he anticipates rates to begin decreasing within the current year. However, he refrained from specifying a precise timeline for this shift. In his remarks to Capitol Hill, Powell emphasized the importance of monitoring inflation risks and the need to avoid abrupt
Poco has recently hinted at the launch of a new smartphone in India, possibly the Poco X6 Neo. The teaser shared on social media suggests that the upcoming device could be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13R Pro, first introduced in China. The Poco X6 Neo is expected to be powered by a