Circle Internet Financial Ltd. has seen its stock dip by 2% to $133 recently. However, its USDC stablecoin is making significant strides, thanks to the GENIUS Act introduced by the Trump administration. The market cap of USDC has surged by 59% since Trump took office, outpacing Tether's USDT, which
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
Small blood vessel replacements made from a material called ePTFE are widely used in hospitals. However, these grafts often fail because they don't heal well inside the body. The surface of ePTFE is very water-repellent, which makes it hard for the body to grow a protective layer of cells on it. Sc
In Charleston, Colonial Lake is a cherished spot for locals. The recent fall festival, Bloom Charleston, showed just how much the community values this revitalized space. People of all ages enjoy walking and relaxing by the lake. But there's a growing problem. Cyclists are using the park paths, mak
Scientists have found a surprising link between UFO sightings and nuclear weapons tests. They looked at old photos from the Palomar Observatory in California. These photos, taken between 1949 and 1957, showed mysterious bright spots in the night sky. These bright spots, called transients, appeared
In the 1950s, something strange was happening in the sky. Pictures taken by the Palomar Observatory showed quick, bright flashes that didn't look like anything natural. These flashes, called "transients, " appeared more often after nuclear tests. This isn't just a wild guess—it's backed by data. Re
Some old sky photos from the 1950s show strange lights. These lights might be linked to nuclear tests and UFO reports. Researchers looked at data from 1949 to 1957. They found that these lights appeared more often around the time of nuclear tests. On days with at least one light, more UFO reports me
Barclays is stepping up its game in America. The bank just bought Best Egg, a company that gives out personal loans, for a cool $800 million. This isn't just a small move. It's a big deal for Barclays. They want to grow their presence in the U. S. beyond just credit cards. They're diving into the wo
The Mazda MX-5 Miata, a beloved sports car, is driven the least among used cars. On average, owners put only about 5, 073 miles a year on these vehicles. This might seem odd, but there are good reasons why. First, the Miata isn't the most practical car. It's small, with limited space for passengers
Uber is making a bold move into the world of self-driving cars. By 2027, they plan to have 100, 000 robotaxis on the road. These cars will be powered by Nvidia's technology. This isn't Uber's first rodeo with Nvidia. They teamed up earlier this year. Uber is sharing some of its driving data to help
