The Gates Foundation Trust made some major moves in its investment portfolio during the third quarter of 2025. The total value of its investments dropped from $47. 78 billion to $36. 58 billion. This was mainly because they sold off a big chunk of their Microsoft shares, reducing their stake by a huge 65%. They sold 17 million shares, which cut their total holding fr...
Microsoft, a tech titan known for more than just gaming, is facing some heat. The company's stock took a small dip recently, and it might have something to do with the new Steam Machines from Valve. These machines are essentially gaming consoles that also work as PCs, and they're hitting the market sooner than Microsoft's planned Xbox release. Some experts, like Joo...
In a significant move, Microsoft has teamed up with Nvidia and Anthropic, signaling a shift in its AI strategy. This collaboration is a big deal because it shows Microsoft is diversifying its investments beyond OpenAI. Microsoft is putting $5 billion into Anthropic, while Nvidia is contributing $10 billion. In return, Anthropic will use Microsoft’s Azure cloud servic...
John Tesh, the well-known former TV host and musician, has been battling prostate cancer for the past decade. He recently shared his story, highlighting how his wife, actress Connie Sellecca, played a crucial role in his fight. At the age of 63, Tesh received a shocking diagnosis: a rare and aggressive form of prostate cancer. Doctors gave him a grim prognosis, sugg...
AMC Entertainment, a giant in the movie theater industry, recently shared its third-quarter results. They made $1. 3 billion, which beat what experts predicted. However, it's important to note that this is a 3. 6% decrease from the same time last year. So, while they're doing better than expected, they're not quite back to their previous highs. The company as a whol...
In a surprising turn of events, President Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani put aside their differences and found common ground during their first meeting. Despite their contrasting backgrounds and political ideologies, both leaders rose to power through populist messages, which set the stage for their unexpected collaboration. The meeting, held i...
Before the Clone Wars, there was another conflict that shaped the galaxy in Star Wars. It's called the Stark Hyperspace War. This war happened about 12 years before the events of "The Phantom Menace. " It was a time when the Galactic Republic was already struggling with big problems. The war started because of a man named Iaco Stark. He was a smuggler who became a h...
A dangerous parasite, the New World screwworm, has been a concern for cats and other animals. This fly's larvae can burrow into open wounds, causing serious harm. Recently, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took a big step. They allowed a drug called Credelio CAT to be used in an emergency. This drug was already approved for fleas and ticks but now can hel...
A recent study dug into how older adults interact with socially assistive robots (SARs). The research focused on 191 adults aged 65 and above. It found that 40. 8% of them actively engaged with a robot named Hyodol. The study used surveys, behavioral logs, and conversation data to understand these interactions. The research identified three distinct types of users. ...
Dancing with the Stars has always been a show that captures the hearts of viewers. The freestyle dances in the finals are a big deal. They are longer and not tied to any specific dance style. This means the celebrities and their pro partners can get really creative. The show has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger viewers. The semifinals this year we...