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Chip Giant Arm Pulls License from Qualcomm: A Tech Fallout

October 24, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Arm, a leading British semiconductor company, has revoked Qualcomm's license to use its chip design standards. This action follows a long-standing legal dispute between the two tech giants. Arm's decision, reported by Bloomberg, impacts Qualcomm's ability to access th

crime

The Menendez Brothers: A New Look at an Old Case

October 24, 2024

In the heart of Los Angeles, a famous case from the past is heating up again. The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, are still making headlines, even after 34 years. They were convicted for killing their parents in 1989. Now, Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón and his team are mulling over n

health

Vaccine Against Pneumonia: A New Recommendation for Older Adults

October 24, 2024

Did you know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently recommended that adults aged 50 and above should get a shot to protect against pneumococcal disease? This decision was made by a scientific panel and then approved by the CDC. This disease is caused by a type of bact

politics

Foreign Meddling in US Elections: What to Watch For

October 24, 2024

As the 2024 US election heats up, it seems that attempts to sway voters from abroad are also intensifying. Microsoft's latest report highlights how Russia, China, and Iran are busy trying to manipulate public opinion. Russia is particularly focusing on creating fake videos to tarnish Vice President

science

A Stunning Brain Tumor Image Wins Nikon's 2024 Photomicrography Contest

October 23, 2024

Did you know that a single image can reveal secrets about diseases like Alzheimer's and ALS? That's exactly what happened at Nikon's 2024 photomicrography contest. The winner was an image of brain tumor cells from a mouse, snapped by Bruno Cisterna and Eric Vitriol from Augusta University in Georgia

science

Black Holes' Glowing Crowns: A New Look

October 23, 2024

Ever heard of black holes having crowns? Well, they do! These crowns, called coronas, are super-hot plasma regions around black holes. NASA's IXPE spacecraft recently studied 12 black holes to figure out what these coronas look like and how they're connected to the swirling disks of matter around th

business

Great Deals on Dyson: Get Up to 40% Off!

October 23, 2024

Amazon has launched an early Black Friday sale with some amazing discounts on Dyson products. If you've been eyeing a Dyson vacuum cleaner, now's the time to act! The popular Dyson Upright Vacuum Cleaner is currently $240 cheaper. But that's not all. Air purifiers, fans, and hair tools are also on s

politics

India and China Shake Hands on Himalayan Border

October 23, 2024

Ever since a deadly clash in 2020, India and China have been locked in a tense standoff along the Himalayan border. But recently, both countries have taken a step back, literally. They've agreed on a deal that aims to reduce military presence in the disputed region, known as the Line of Actual Contr

crime

India's False Bomb Threats Cause Major Travel Chaos

October 22, 2024

India is making a strong stand against false bomb threats that have been targeting flights. Over 90 flights have been affected in the past week alone, causing huge losses for airlines and lengthy delays for travelers. These threats, mostly made on social media, have led to flights being escorted by

crime

Crime Concerns Divide Black and White Americans

October 22, 2024

According to a recent survey, 70% of Americans worry about crime, but Black Americans are a bit more concerned than white Americans, with the numbers standing at 72% for Black Americans and 68% for white Americans. The survey also showed that city dwellers, news watchers, and Gen Xers are particular