Michael Burry, the investor who made a name for himself by predicting the housing market crash, has started a new group chat on Substack. It's been a whirlwind since he invited his paid subscribers to join in. Burry recently switched gears from managing a hedge fund to running a Substack called "Cassandra Unchained. " In just a few days, he's gathered over 97, 000 s...
Lithium-ion batteries are powering our green energy future, but there's a hidden cost. Every year, China alone produces over 10 million tons of lithium slag (LS) from smelting lithium mica. While we focus on extracting lithium, we're ignoring the environmental risks posed by other harmful substances in the slag. Researchers studied LS from 20 different companies. Th...
ModRetro has unveiled a new console that brings the Nintendo 64 into the modern age. This isn't just any remake; it's a high-tech upgrade that plays games in stunning 4K. The console, called the M64, is designed to look like the original N64 but with some key improvements. The M64 has a sleek, curved top panel and four ports on the front for wired gamepads. There's ...
Measles, a highly contagious virus, is making a comeback worldwide. Despite a significant drop in deaths over the past two decades, recent outbreaks are revealing flaws in vaccination programs. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that while measles deaths have plummeted by 88% since 2000, the number of infections is rising. In 2024, there were about 11 millio...
Flu season is back, and it's looking like it might be a rough one. The virus has changed a lot, making it harder for our bodies to fight it off. This means more people could get sick, and those who are more at risk might get really sick or even need to go to the hospital. The flu virus is a tricky one. It's always changing, and this year, it's changed in a way that ...
The U. S. government is diving headfirst into AI-driven science with a bold new project called the Genesis Mission. Launched by President Donald Trump, this initiative aims to revolutionize how federal agencies handle scientific research. The main idea? Combine massive government datasets with cutting-edge computing to speed up research that usually takes years. The...
A major change is coming to Pittsburgh’s North Side. Next week, a $740 million project will start turning an old, empty parking lot into a lively entertainment area. The ceremony kicks off at 1 p. m. on Monday and will last until 3 p. m. at 929 Beaver Ave. in the Chateau neighborhood. The project, called Esplanade, will bring a lot of new things to the area. Think a...
Sukihana, a rapper from Delaware, recently shared her journey on the Respectfully podcast. She talked about her rap battles, industry ties, and how she turned her life around during the COVID-19 pandemic. She mentioned that she started an OnlyFans account during this time. This decision helped her earn millions of dollars. She is not as active on the platform now. S...
A devastating fire in Hong Kong has left the city in shock, with over 90 lives lost and many more still missing. The blaze tore through an old apartment complex, spreading quickly due to flammable materials used in recent renovations. The tragedy has sparked a massive response from the K-pop community, with artists, labels, and fans stepping up to support relief effo...
Nelly Korda, the top-ranked golfer, recently shared some exciting news. She announced her engagement to her long-term partner, Casey Gunderson. The announcement came with a series of romantic photos on Instagram, accompanied by the caption, \"In this life. . . & the next 💍. \" The news quickly spread, catching the attention of many famous athletes. NBA star LeBron ...