Lithium-sulfur batteries are seen as a big deal for the future of energy storage. They can hold a lot of energy and are lightweight. But there are some big problems holding them back. One issue is the shuttle effect, where tiny particles move around and cause damage. Another problem is the growth of
In a surprising turn of events, two federal judges have taken action to replace Lindsey Halligan as the leading U. S. attorney in Virginia. They also warned lawyers about using her title incorrectly in legal documents. The judges said that calling her the U. S. attorney is not accurate and could ca
Netflix has changed its game plan to buy a big part of Warner Bros. Discovery. This time, they're offering all cash, which might make the deal more appealing. Back in December, they had a different offer. It was a mix of cash and stock worth $83 billion. But now, Netflix is saying they'll pay that w
In a recent talk at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made it clear that the world's old ways of doing things are gone for good. He urged countries like Canada, Australia, and Brazil to stick together. Why? Because if they don't, they might end up being pushed ar
In the world of heart repairs, doctors have a few tricks up their sleeves. One of these is using a tiny balloon to open up blocked paths in the heart. Sometimes, though, this balloon trick does not work well. So, they try placing a small metal tube, called a stent, to keep the path open. But, as wit
Clear Street, a tech-savvy finance company, has taken a big step. They've filed some important paperwork with the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This paperwork is for an initial public offering (IPO). That means they want to sell shares of their company to the public. They plan to list th
On February 10, 2026, MNTN, a tech company specializing in performance marketing for Connected TV, will share its financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire year of 2025. This announcement will happen after the US stock markets close for the day. The company plans to host a live webcas
Alaska made a wise choice half a century ago. Back in 1976, when the state was still new, voters decided to save some of their oil and mineral money for the future. This decision led to the Alaska Permanent Fund, a smart way to manage resources that won't last forever. The fund started small, with
Genesis Health, a company that runs nursing homes, just got the green light to sell its facilities. The buyer is NewGen Health, a company from California. This deal is worth $1 billion. It's a big change for Genesis Health, which has been struggling with money problems. The sale got approved by a j
Iran's nuclear program is under the microscope again. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is growing impatient. They want answers about Iran's uranium stockpiles and damaged nuclear sites. Three key facilities—Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan—were bombed last June. The IAEA hasn't been able to
