China staged military drills near Taiwan as a response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's recent speech. The drills, named "Joint Sword-2024B," involved different branches of the Chinese military. They were conducted around the north, south, and east of the island. The goal was to test their join
Did you spot something unusual in the sky last night? Many people in California saw a flash, which was actually a comet named Tsuchinshan-ATLAS. This comet is currently around 70 million kilometers away from Earth. Scientists say it's best to look towards the western sky just after sunset for the ne
On Monday, Asian shares took an upward leap, with Chinese stocks soaring over 1% after the finance minister hinted at more economic support. While U.S. futures remained steady and oil prices dipped, investors worldwide held their breath for more details on China's new stimulus plan. Experts believe
China's Ministry of Finance recently held a press briefing, highlighting its focus on resolving local government debt issues rather than providing the economic stimulus markets were hoping for. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an outlined four key measures to support local governments in managing debt risks.
Have you been enjoying the clear skies lately? Well, there's another fantastic celestial event waiting for you! A huge comet is making a rare appearance in the Triad sky. This comet, known as C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-Atlas, has a massive head, about two miles wide, and a tail that could stretch over 18
In San Diego, a rare comet called Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS made an appearance in the night sky on Saturday. This isn't just any comet; it's a once-in-a-lifetime event, as it orbits the sun only once every 80,000 years. NASA says it will be visible to the naked eye for several weeks in October, with t
The Cincinnati Bengals are having a tough season, with a 1-4 record despite some impressive games. They lost to the Baltimore Ravens last week in overtime, which was their third overtime loss this season. Many people think they've been unlucky, but their coaching staff has also made some questionabl
Imagine this: a scientist wins a big prize for something incredible they did. But right after, they say, "Hey, be careful! This thing we made could cause trouble." That's what happened with Geoffrey Hinton, a famous computer scientist who just won the Nobel Prize for his work on machine learning, al
Boeing made a big move recently, letting go of around 10% of its workers. That's about 17,000 people finding themselves without a job. The company pointed the finger at its machinists, who are currently on strike. CEO Kelly Ortberg explained in a memo that these cuts are necessary to keep the compan
On a quiet Saturday morning, China's Ministry of Finance met with the press to chat about local debt issues and the health of the property market. They let everyone know that the central government might step in to help, even if it means bumping up the deficit. But, they didn't share any numbers abo
