As the trade war between the United States and China continues to escalate, the cryptocurrency market is experiencing a notable deceleration in its previously robust rally. This week has been marked by increased volatility, with Bitcoin, the leading digital asset, oscillating around significant price thresholds. On global exchanges, Bitcoin’s price fell by nearly 1% to
On February 6th, 2023, The Ebell of Los Angeles became a hub of creativity and recognition as it hosted the 27th Annual Costume Designer Guild Awards. This prestigious evening highlighted the incredible contributions made by costume designers across various media forms, from film and television to costume illustration. At the heart of the awards was
In a significant development for India’s economy, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) made the noteworthy decision to reduce its key interest rates for the first time in nearly five years. This move, announced by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, involves a 25 basis points cut in the repo rate, bringing it down to 6.25%. The
The recent confirmation of Russell Vought as the budget director under President Donald Trump has raised significant concerns within a deeply divided U.S. Senate. In a narrow 53-47 vote, Vought was appointed to a position that wields substantial influence over federal funding decisions. His confirmation, however, came amid fierce opposition from Democrats who labeled him
Recent research has raised concern about the potential long-term effects of COVID-19, particularly in relation to neurological health. A study has suggested that individuals who have recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 virus could face an increased risk of developing elevated levels of biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Strikingly, the impact of COVID-19 on beta amyloid proteins—substances
Amazon has made headlines with its ambitious plan to ramp up capital expenditures to an astounding $100 billion by 2025, a significant increase from approximately $83 billion the previous year. This announcement stems from CEO Andy Jassy’s earlier prediction that spending in the upcoming years would heavily invest in the rapidly evolving field of artificial
The allure of fame and fortune often masks the darker elements of human nature, revealing that sometimes, those closest to us can become the most significant threat. The case of Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani, starkly illustrates this phenomenon. Sentenced recently to nearly five years in prison for
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has made headlines recently after implementing a new policy focused on transgender student-athletes. This decision prohibits transgender women—those assigned male at birth—from competing in women’s sports. The policy modification emerged shortly after former President Donald Trump signed an executive order threatening to withdraw federal funding from educational institutions that
Lionsgate’s ongoing journey towards a strategic divide of its Studios and Starz segments reflects the changing landscape of the entertainment industry. With CEO Jon Feltheimer’s recent announcement predicting the split to finalize by late April, stakeholders are closely monitoring the implications of this decision in the streams of digital entertainment. As both entities prepare to
In a startling turn of events within the federal landscape, Marko Elez, a member of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) spearheaded by Elon Musk, tendered his resignation after questions arose about his association with a controversial social media account. This account allegedly promoted troubling ideologies, including racism and eugenics. The situation escalated after the