Betelgeuse, also known as Beetle-juice, has captivated amateur astronomers for years. This red supergiant variable star, located in the constellation Orion, is one of the brightest stars in the sky. With a radius about 1,000 times that of the Sun and situated prominently at the upper left of Orion, Betelgeuse has been a fascinating celestial
An incident that was supposed to be a pre-planned “controlled explosion” on an east London film set quickly turned into a chaotic situation near The O2 arena in Silvertown. The London Fire Brigade reported that the fire, which followed the controlled explosion, spiraled “out of control,” causing significant damage to vehicles on the set. Firefighters
Vice President Kamala Harris did not hold back in her criticism of former President Donald Trump’s visit to the Arlington National Cemetery. She accused him of exploiting his visit for political purposes, which goes against the rules and regulations that are in place at such a sacred ground. In response to Harris’s scathing remarks, Trump’s
In a recent randomized clinical trial, the practice of keeping potassium levels high after cardiac surgery to prevent post-surgical atrial fibrillation (Afib) has been called into question. The trial showed that supplementing potassium at a tight threshold of 4.5 mEq/L did not result in a significant reduction in new-onset Afib after coronary artery bypass surgery.
September has historically been a challenging month for Apple, with fluctuating stock prices leading up to the company’s product announcements. This pattern of ups and downs in stock performance raises questions about what we can expect this year, especially with the upcoming release of new iPhones and Apple Watch models on September 9th. Over the
The cannabis consumption landscape has undergone a significant transformation, with the emergence of luxury cannabis shops on Fifth Avenue in New York City. These high-end dispensaries now offer a wide range of premium cannabis products alongside the traditional luxury brands that line the iconic shopping stretch. With the legalization of adult-use marijuana in New York
Netflix recently hit a record high in August, with shares reaching an intraday peak of $711.33. Despite some pullback, the stock closed at $701.35, representing a 44% increase year to date. Analysts are optimistic about the stock’s future, with many believing there is even more upside potential. Jason Helfstein from Oppenheimer has an outperform rating
The telecommunications regulator in Brazil has decided to suspend access to Elon Musk’s X social network in the country. This decision was made in compliance with an order from a judge who has been engaged in a prolonged conflict with the billionaire investor. The judge issued the suspension after the social media platform missed a
Novak Djokovic harshly criticized his own performance at the US Open, calling it one of the worst tennis matches he had ever played. He pointed specifically to his serving, claiming it was the worst he had ever served in his career. This brutal self-assessment came after his unexpected exit in the third round of the
The recently acquired documentary, Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid, sheds light on the life and career of renowned Democratic political consultant James Carville. The film, directed by Matt Tyrnauer, follows an 18-month period in which Carville led efforts to dissuade President Joe Biden from seeking re-election in 2024. Beyond his political endeavors, the documentary offers