Did you know that a company's commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors can significantly improve its investment decisions? In China, researchers looked into how well companies perform in terms of ESG and how it impacts their investment efficiency. They used data from Chinese
Picture this: you're at your favorite sports bar, watching a game with friends. You decide to make things more interesting by placing a friendly wager. Now, imagine if this could be done easily and safely through an app. That's precisely what Lucra, a startup from Stanford, is offering. They've crea
Digging into solid waste incineration ash, scientists found that current methods to measure heavy metals and elements like calcium (Ca) and aluminum (Al) weren't cutting it. Why? Because the structure of the ash, especially the silicon dioxide (SiO2), was tough to break down. Using hydrofluoric acid
2024 was a mixed bag for Hollywood. Some big names took huge risks and faced big losses. Francis Ford Coppola, known for his bold filmmaking, decided to sell his wine business and invest over $100 million into a new film, Megalopolis. Unfortunately, it bombed at the box office, earning only $12 mill
Haliey Welch, better known as "Hawk Tuah Girl, " has taken her viral fame to the next level by diving into the world of cryptocurrency. After her TikTok video blew up, she decided to launch a meme coin called HAWK in December 2024. Her manager, Jonnie Forster, clarified that they're not trying to br
Did you know that uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer, is actually the most common type of eye cancer? It forms when melanocytes, the cells that give our eyes color, go rogue. Local treatments work well, but the real trouble starts when the cancer spreads. More than half of patients face this scary sc
President Donald Trump has made a significant move in the world of finance and politics by announcing his intention to nominate Paul Atkins as the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This decision comes as no surprise to many, as Atkins, currently the CEO of Patomak Global
Jay-Z, a well-known business mogul in the music industry, has faced a setback with his luxury weed brand, Monogram. The brand, launched in 2020, was supposed to be a high-end product in the cannabis market. However, recent reports show that Monogram is struggling financially. The company has faced a
Azeez Al-Shaair is making waves in the NFL. Recently, he was in the spotlight due to a rough tackle that landed him a three-game suspension. This incident sparked curiosity about his background, particularly his religion. It's no secret that Azeez is a Muslim. He has publicly shown his faith, and ev
Intel has seen some big changes just recently. The company's long-time CEO, Pat Gelsinger, has left the scene after over 40 years. A surprise announcement came this Monday, naming two other executives, David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus, as temporary co-CEOs while they look for a new leade
