Picture this: Ireland just scored a massive windfall from tech giant Apple - $14.4 billion! The money comes after a recent court ruling, and the government has big plans for it. They're not splashing cash around; instead, they want to tackle some real challenges. Housing, transport, energy, and wate
A recent plane crash near Springbank Airport claimed six lives. The cause? A mix of bad weather and the pilot's decision to keep flying despite low visibility. The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) found that the pilot didn't get a proper weather briefing from NAV Canada before taking off. Instead,
Imagine if dinosaurs roamed the Earth again. That's what Ben Lamm, co-founder of Colossal, is thinking about. He's teaming up with My Octopus Teacher director James Reed to make a documentary on de-extinction technology. But is it a good idea? In Yellowstone National Park, wolves were reintroduced
Meet Dylan Raiola, a high school quarterback from Nebraska who's known for his skills on the football field. But there’s another side to him that shines just as brightly—his love for family. This became clear when he wrote a heartfelt note to his little brother Dayton on his birthday. The note wasn’
Hey, space fans! The sun has let out a huge burp that could lead to some stunning auroras. This massive blob of charged particles and magnetic fields, known as a coronal mass ejection (CME), was blasted into space by our star. It triggered an intense X-class flare, the strongest kind. When this sol
Western North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene, with severe flooding and landslides causing extensive damage. Road closures have hindered emergency response efforts, while essential services like electricity, internet, and cellular networks remain down. The River Arts District in Ashevill
As Hurricane Helene approaches, Columbia is taking action to protect its infrastructure. The city's public works crews are working non-stop to prepare for the worst. Robert Anderson, the Public Works Director, highlights three critical tasks: ensuring vehicles are fueled and ready, clearing wastewat
Ford is shaking off the uncertainty surrounding electric vehicle adoption with a new initiative called the "Ford Power Promise." The company is offering complimentary home chargers and installation to customers who opt for new EVs. This perk aims to ease the minds of potential customers who are stil
Rashee Rice, the Kansas City Chiefs' top receiver, suffered a potentially devastating injury during a game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 24-year-old wide receiver took a direct hit to the knee from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and the initial assessment suggests he may have torn his ACL. Thi
In the state of Alabama, a major infrastructure bond sale is set to move forward without any legal obstacles. The bond sale, which is meant to finance various infrastructure projects, had faced a potential hurdle in the form of a lawsuit filed by a local judge. However, after careful consideration,
