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Nvidia's earnings report arrives amid market uncertainty, serving as a key indicator for the broader American tech sector. Plus, updates on insurance payouts, car recalls, and investment strategies. Read more...

Elon Musk attends Trump's cabinet meeting amidst internal chaos, Japan faces a historic birth rate crisis, and the Grenfell Tower disaster leads to potential government contract bans. Read more...

Brno sees a spike in crime, including a fake cop extortion scam, a series of apartment burglaries by a foreigner, and a disturbing sexual assault case involving a 15-year-old recidivist. Read more...

The Spanish government is seeking to elevate its Telefónica representative while Japan grapples with a record low birth rate, highlighting key business and societal challenges. Plus, a VAT measure for self-employed individuals in Spain is suspended. Read more...

A devastating avalanche in the Indian Himalayas has trapped dozens of workers, triggering urgent rescue efforts hampered by extreme weather conditions. Initial reports indicated 41 trapped, but updated information suggests 57 may be buried. Read more...

A look at the diverse themes and films vying for attention at the 2025 Oscars, from MeToo narratives and French contenders to the representation of sex workers. Read more...

From Newton's beer-fueled theories to apocalyptic dust storms in Dallas and a massive iceberg running aground, the world of science is buzzing with activity! Read more...

Czech skier Michal Novák finished fifth in the sprint, while German Nordic combined athletes missed out on medals at the Ski World Championships in Trondheim. Johannes Klaebo secured his tenth world title. Read more...

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Pedro Pascal responds to fan backlash, Shiori Ito's documentary seeks an Oscar, Bruno Mars dominates Spotify without an album, and Taylor Lautner defends Selena Gomez. Read more...

From a BBC apology to Pamela Anderson's reflections, and a Japanese MeToo icon's Oscar bid, the entertainment world is buzzing with news. Plus, a K-pop controversy and a gaming triumph! Read more...

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From unexpected kindness to shared memories, we explore stories that highlight the human connection and offer a glimmer of hope in our daily lives. Share your own moment! Read more...

Several institutional investors, including IFP Advisors Inc, Truist Financial Corp, and New York State Common Retirement Fund, adjusted their stock holdings in Q4. Key changes involve companies like ARK Fintech Innovation ETF, DT Midstream, Globalstar, Organon & Co., and CGI Inc. Read more...

A look at recent blog posts that primarily consist of links to Hacker News comment threads, covering topics from logos to Japanese pencils and historical predictions. Read more...

From investigations involving BTS' Jin to Blackpink's sold-out concerts and a South Korean sci-fi musical hitting Broadway, the K-Pop world is buzzing with activity! Read more...

This week's health news includes the benefits of running, natural ways to boost fertility, and a daughter's plea for defibrillator maintenance. Read more...

AI's rapid rise presents both opportunities and challenges. From teenagers exploiting ChatGPT for fraud to its widespread adoption in education, the AI landscape is evolving quickly, demanding vigilance and adaptation. Read more...