A new study might point to the first signs of a frightening public health scenario: Researchers found two recent cases of prion disease—universally fatal ailments caused by rogue proteins—that could have been caused by the victims eating contaminated deer meat. This connection is still far from confirmed, but doctors are calling for more research into … Read more
These companies are both expanding quickly in AI, but one is trading at a far better value. Over the past year, it’s felt like nearly every other headline has focused on artificial intelligence (AI) in one form or another. Interest in the technology has skyrocketed, with countless companies reframing their businesses around AI. The emergence … Read more
Conspiracy theorist Max Azzarello, who set himself on fire across the street from former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial on Friday, has died. An NYPD spokesperson told The Daily Beast on Saturday that the 37-year-old was taken to New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center in critical condition but died shortly before 11 p.m. Friday. Police … Read more
This past week we got to see all of the coolest fashion and beauty moments coming out of weekend one of Coachella, officially kicking off a new season of festival trends. While face gems and ring-adorned crown braids will always have their place in festival fare, this year, overwhelmingly, Coachella-attending celebs favored functional style over … Read more
This is The Takeaway from today’s Morning Brief, which you can sign up to receive in your inbox every morning along with: We all know the “Magnificent Seven,” the current crop of megacaps that broke away from the S&P 500’s peloton of stocks. A group that has since dwindled to just four. But the small-cap … Read more
Microsoft Research Asia has unveiled a new experimental AI tool called VASA-1 that can take a still image of a person — or the drawing of one — and an existing audio file to create a lifelike talking face out of them in real time. It has the ability to generate facial expressions and head … Read more
A food delivery messenger carries a take out bag outside aSweetgreen in Manhattan on September 14, 2023. Jeenah Moon | The Washington Post | Getty Images A highly popular group of weight loss and diabetes drugs is decreasing some consumers’ appetites — and also how much they spend on food. Most people taking those medications, … Read more
The Cannes Film Festival is fast approaching. The blockbuster event will return with its usual whirlwind of photocalls, premieres and parties on May 14. Of course, Cannes has always been a magnet for the biggest names in Hollywood, so the French Riviera festival naturally sees some major style moments. Ahead of the return of Croisette … Read more
Most people know dryer sheets offer several benefits, such as softening clothes, reducing static cling, and providing a fresh scent. Here’s a fact that might make you pause: Some dryer sheets are made from synthetic polyester, which is not biodegradable. Every time you use one of those fragrant sheets, it ends up in a landfill. … Read more
Monaco–(Newsfile Corp. – April 19, 2024) – MonAsia & MayBe Sailing proudly announces the launch of May It Bee, an upcoming event dedicated to sustainable living and environmental stewardship. With the belief that the planet home is not solely for those who currently live on it but a shared sanctuary, as emphasized in Pope Francis’ … Read more
Former President Donald Trump gestures as he returns to the courtroom during a recess in his criminal trial at Manhattan Criminal Court on Thursday. Brendan McDermid/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Brendan McDermid/Getty Images Former President Donald Trump gestures as he returns to the courtroom during a recess in his criminal trial at Manhattan Criminal … Read more
Image Source/DigitalVision via Getty Images I am updating my previous analysis on Spok Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPOK) in advance of Q1 earnings, which will be released post-market on Friday, April 26th. Since my last analysis, SPOK has been essentially flat, with a total return of -0.6%, while the S&P 500 yielded over 9% during the same … Read more
Pessimism is a dirty word in climate policy circles. There are good reasons for this, not least that optimism can spur positive change, while assuming the worst can paralyse us into inaction. But when it comes to climate modelling, some negative thinking could be a good thing. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change already hedges … Read more
In January, when Doug Dern, the state chairman of the Natural Law Party of Michigan, got an email from a top strategist for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s presidential campaign, he sensed it could be a star turn for his tiny political group. For 22 years, Mr. Dern, a bankruptcy lawyer with a small practice outside … Read more
Lana shocked the Coachella crowd Friday night by bringing out Camila Cabello for an energy-shifting performance of her hyper pop single “I Luv It.” “This is my girl. I have so much fun with her. I love this song to death,” Del Rey said after coquettishly repeating the song’s chorus early in her set. “Thank you … Read more
Can Cryptocurrency Replace Fiat? Cryptocurrencies are treated as a store of value and as money by many people, but to replace fiat currency, they must overtake fiat’s use and acceptance in most geographies. Between 2020 and 2022, cryptocurrency adoption rates increased globally. However, rates have since decreased, except in certain geographies. Lower and middle-income (LMI) … Read more
This has become a pattern: One minute he’s not wearing the headset, and the next he is. The transition would always happen unexpectedly—when I’d leave the room to jump in the shower, do my makeup in the bathroom, or get ready to go out. One time, after I finished brushing my teeth before bed, I … Read more
A secretive climate activist group with significant financial backing is quietly taking on a more prominent role advocating against natural, gas-powered appliances, like stoves. The Gas Leaks Action Campaign — which appears to have been first established in late 2021 or early 2022 — recently launched a $1 million ad campaign warning of the dangers … Read more
This leading REIT has a lot of hidden potential and is well off its highs. Prologis (PLD -1.15%) is the largest real estate investment trust in the market, but the logistics real estate giant could still have lots of upside potential. Not only that, but the stock is down by about 20% from its recent … Read more
Camila Cabello was the surprise guest artist for Lana Del Rey‘s headlining Coachella set on Friday night. Del Rey temporarily left the stage after singing her song “Bartender” as Cabello launched into a surprise performance of her new single “I Luv It” from her forthcoming fourth studio album. Lana joined Cabello through some verses but … Read more