Southwest Airlines, a company known for its unique culture and employee-friendly policies, has made a significant change. For the first time in its 53-year history, the airline has decided to lay off 1, 750 employees. This decision is part of a larger restructuring effort to reduce costs and streaml
Richard Linklater and Ethan Hawke are back at it again with their ninth film together, Blue Moon. This time, they're diving into the world of Lorenz Hart, the legendary songwriter. The film is set in 1943, on the opening night of Oklahoma! , a Broadway musical that marked a significant shift in Hart
In the bustling world of cinema, two giants, Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater, recently sparked a conversation about the role of money in art. They believe that when cash becomes the main goal, creativity takes a backseat. This was a key point at the Berlin Film Festival press conference for their
A high-ranking official at the Social Security Administration (SSA) has stepped down. Michelle King, who had been at the helm, chose to leave after a disagreement with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) over access to sensitive data. The White House confirmed the change, nominati
Windows are more than just a way to see outside. Imagine if they could also keep your room cool and save energy. Scientists have made a smart film for windows that does just that. It's not your typical window film. This one is special because it lets natural light in while blocking out harmful UV an
Sports enthusiasts who undergo hip surgery for a condition called femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) may have better long-term results. This is according to a study that looked at patients who had hip arthroscopy (HA) and followed them for at least a decade. The study aimed to see if playing sports
Athletes are always looking for ways to improve their performance. Traditional methods of assessing physical fitness have been around for a long time. These methods use standardized tests that are designed for different groups of people. However, recent studies show that combining these tests with m
Asteroid 2024 YR4 is currently making headlines. This space rock is estimated to be between 131 and 295 feet wide. It was spotted by the Gemini South Telescope in Chile on February 7, 2025. The telescope is located high in the Andes mountains. This telescope is a powerful tool for spotting objects i
Los Angeles is a bustling city, but it's also a place where air quality can be a big problem. In 2023-2024, scientists took a close look at the tiny particles in the air, known as PM2. 5, to figure out where they come from and how they form. These particles are so small that they can get into your
Heart attacks, or acute myocardial infarctions (AMI), often lead to heart failure (HF). For years, doctors have used ACE inhibitors to help manage HF. These drugs target the RAAS system, which plays a big role in blood pressure and fluid balance. Recently, a new drug called sacubitril/valsartan (S/V
