Last year, a quiet AI lab from China, backed by a hedge fund, made a big splash. Their model, DeepSeek R1, showed it could compete with top U. S. AI models but at a much lower cost. This news sent shockwaves through Wall Street. The impact was huge. On January 27, 2025, the S&P 500 index lost over
A 31-year-old man from Minneapolis lost his life in a shooting involving federal immigration agents. This man, a lawful gun owner, had no serious run-ins with the law, only parking tickets. The scene quickly turned chaotic, with protesters gathering and small fires breaking out. Police are urging pe
Charli XCX is making waves at the Sundance Film Festival with her new mockumentary, "The Moment. " This film, directed by Aidan Zamiri, is a fictional take on Charli's own life as a pop star, exploring the highs and lows of fame and the pressure to keep up with the "brat summer" craze. In the movie
The Australian Open saw some intense matches and surprising outcomes. Jannik Sinner, the defending champion, had a tough time against Eliot Spizzirri. Sinner was struggling with cramps and the extreme heat. The roof on Rod Laver Arena had to be closed to give him a break. This change helped him a lo
Gemini, a popular AI tool, has recently introduced a feature called Personal Intelligence. This update allows Gemini to tap into your past chats and data from other Google services like Gmail, Calendar, Photos, and search history. It's optional, and you get to pick which apps Gemini can access. Righ
TikTok's latest privacy policy update has sparked a wave of concern among users in the United States. The change comes as the app's ownership shifts, and many users are taking to social media to express their worries. The policy now explicitly mentions that TikTok might collect sensitive information
People with autism often have unique sensory experiences. This can make everyday sounds feel overwhelming. Misophonia is one such issue. It causes strong negative feelings when hearing certain sounds. These sounds can be things like chewing or pen clicking. Researchers wanted to see if autistic adul
Rasheed Walker, a player for the Green Bay Packers, found himself in hot water recently. He was arrested at LaGuardia Airport after trying to check a bag with a gun inside. The bag had a locked box, which contained a 9mm Glock pistol and 36 rounds of ammo. This happened because Walker told an airlin
In Minneapolis, kids are scared to go to school. They worry about ICE agents taking their parents away. Some kids even hide in their basements to do online classes. Others have panic attacks in the middle of class. It's a tough time for everyone. ICE agents are everywhere. They show up at bus stops
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, is about to face his first big test: a major winter storm. With forecasts predicting 10 to 15 inches of snow, the city is bracing for impact. Mamdani has been busy preparing, making sure the city is ready to handle the storm. But history shows that handlin
