Jimmy Lai, a well-known media figure in Hong Kong, has been found guilty of crimes that threaten national security. This outcome was not surprising, as it aligns with the expectations of China's ruling party. Lai, now 78, has been a vocal critic of Beijing for many years. The court's decision was ma
Water pollution is a big problem. Harmful metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium often end up in our water. These metals can come from factories and other industries. They can hurt people, animals, and the environment. Scientists are working on ways to find these metals in water. One cool method us
In China, a new trend is slithering into the spotlight, and it's not what you'd expect. Young people are suddenly keen on owning venomous pit vipers, all thanks to a certain blue snake character from Disney's "Zootopia 2. " The movie, which has become a massive hit, has not only entertained audience
Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. has made a big change at the top. James G. Dempsey, who has been with the company for over a decade, is now the Interim Chief Executive Officer. He takes over from Barry L. Biffle, who will stay on as an advisor until the end of the year. Dempsey has been a key player
PayPal, a well-known payments company based in San Jose, California, has taken a significant step by applying for a bank charter. This move is part of a larger trend where financial technology (fintech) and cryptocurrency companies are seeking bank charters to grow their services. The application w
Grassland roads in Inner Mongolia are quiet and straightforward, perfect for testing self-driving cars. But, cows and sheep often wander onto the road, and sandstorms or snow can suddenly appear. These surprises make it hard for self-driving cars to handle everything on their own. Right now, these c
Tesla, known for its electric cars and futuristic tech, has ventured into a new area: pickleball. They recently launched a limited-edition paddle called the Tesla Plaid. It costs $350 and sold out in just three hours. This isn't Tesla's first lifestyle product, but it is their first foray into tradi
The stock market is about to get a major upgrade. Nasdaq, a big player in the stock market world, is planning to ask for permission to let people trade stocks all day, every day. This means no more waiting for the market to open or close. The idea is to make it easier for people all over the world t
Remote work isn't popular everywhere. A big study looked at why. It's called the Global Survey of Working Arrangements. It happened in late 2024 and early 2025. The survey included 14, 427 people. All of them were full-time workers. They all had college degrees. They were from 37 different countries
Hollywood is reeling from the tragic loss of legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer. The news of their deaths, reported on Sunday, has left the entertainment world in disbelief. Reiner, known for his iconic films and influential career, was found in his Brentwood home with injur
