The housing market in the U. S. is in a tough spot. There aren't enough homes for everyone who needs one. This problem has been growing since the Great Recession. Now, prices are way higher than they were before the pandemic. One big reason for this is that building new homes is hard and expensive. But there's a new tool that might help. D. R. Horton, the biggest ho...
A man named Johnson Wen, aged 26, from Australia, was arrested in Singapore for causing a commotion on the red carpet during the premiere of "Wicked: For Good. " He was charged with being a public nuisance, which could result in a fine of around $1, 500 if he is found guilty. Wen, who calls himself "Troll Most Hated" on Instagram, has a history of disrupting events. ...
In the vast theater of the cosmos, scientists have long been fascinated by the idea of a brane-world universe. This concept suggests that our familiar 4-dimensional world is like a stage, embedded within a larger 5-dimensional space known as the bulk. To make sense of this complex scenario, researchers have turned to a method called the Arnowitt-Deser-Misner decompos...
Janney Montgomery Scott, a firm owned by KKR & Co. , is making some big changes. They're in talks to sell off parts of their business. Specifically, they're looking to sell their division that advises banks and their institutional equities business. This sale is part of a larger plan to focus more on wealth management. The potential buyer is Brean Capital. This deal...
In a show of resilience, Palestinians in the West Bank village of Deir Istiya gathered for Friday prayers after cleaning up their mosque. The mosque had been vandalized, with broken glass, offensive graffiti, and burn marks left behind. Villagers believe Jewish settlers were responsible for the damage, which included a burnt Koran. The attack happened on Wednesday n...
In a significant shift, SimpliSafe, a major player in the smart-home security market, has a new owner and a fresh leadership team. The Boston-based company is now under the wing of private equity firm GTCR, which recently completed its acquisition from Hellman & Friedman. This change brings in Hilary Schneider as the new CEO, replacing Christian Cerda, and Ty Shay as...
Liquid Crystal Elastomers (LCEs) are not just any ordinary material. They have special abilities that make them super useful in many areas. Unlike regular materials, LCEs can both sense and move. This makes them perfect for creating buildings that can respond to their environment. Imagine a building that can adjust its ventilation automatically. No need for motors o...
In the world of politics, money talks louder than votes. This idea, known as the investment theory of politics, suggests that those with deep pockets have a disproportionate say in how things run. This isn't just about campaign donations; it's about who has the power to influence policies and shape the future. Unions and community groups used to be the voice of ordi...
PlaySimple, a game company based in Bengaluru, is making big plans. It wants to raise a lot of money through an IPO. This is a big deal because it shows how popular mobile games have become. PlaySimple is known for games like Daily Themed Crossword and Word Bingo. These games are loved by many people. The company is part of Modern Times Group, which is based in Swede...
Fame and fortune can sometimes blur a person's perspective on reality. Many celebrities, despite their immense wealth and success, have made comments that reveal a disconnect from everyday struggles. These moments often highlight the stark contrast between their lives and those of ordinary people. Take, for instance, a well-known TV personality who reminisced about ...