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
Lakers and Clippers fans weren't the only ones excited for the big game. A-list celebrities flocked to Intuit Dome to watch the intense matchup. Chris Pratt, Jason Bateman, and Zooey Deschanel were just a few of the stars in the crowd. Zooey even brought her boyfriend, Jonathan Scott, for the fun ni
Lake Charles is in for a frosty surprise this weekend. The weather forecast is not looking good. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for southwest Louisiana. This means ice and bone-chilling wind chills are on the way. Things are expected to get pretty cold. The wind c
Laika, the studio known for its unique stop-motion films, has teamed up with Fathom Entertainment to bring "Wildwood" to U. S. theaters on October 23, 2026. FilmNation Entertainment will handle international sales. This film, directed by Travis Knight, is based on Colin Meloy's "The Decemberists" an
Lawmakers in the European Union have decided to pause a big trade agreement with South American countries. They want the top court to check if the deal follows EU rules. The vote was close, with 334 in favor and 324 against, and a few abstentions. This deal, known as the EU-Mercosur agreement, has
Latin America, once a Catholic stronghold, is seeing a significant shift in religious affiliation. Recent surveys reveal that the number of people identifying as Catholic has dropped in six major countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru. This decline is notable, with Catholici
Nia DaCosta's career has taken a fascinating turn, with her recent projects gaining critical acclaim. After the mixed reception of "The Marvels, " she directed "Hedda" and "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, " both of which were well-received. DaCosta's work on "The Bone Temple" showcased her ability
Land O’Lakes, a big name in dairy and food, has joined forces with Imagine Entertainment to change how rural America is shown in movies and TV. This team-up aims to show the real, diverse life in small towns, moving away from old stereotypes. The Modern Rural Collective (MRC) initiative is leading
Latin America is in a tough spot. Progressive leaders are feeling the heat from both their own people and the Trump administration. The people want quick fixes to crime, and Trump is pushing hard for tough action. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has shown what a hard-line approach can do. His
Lamar Odom is no longer part of the rehab business he joined with Dontae Ralston and Dennis Martinez. This decision happened way before his recent DUI arrest. The split was about more than just business. It was about values. Dontae Ralston and Dennis Martinez, a Christian hip-hop artist and a Hall
