November 17, 2024 - Sunday

[WORLD] A devastating fire at a hospital in northern India claims the lives of 10 newborn babies.

A fire broke out at a neonatal intensive care unit in a hospital in Jhansi city, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the tragic deaths of 10 newborns and injuries to 16 others. The blaze swiftly spread through the ward as 55 infants were being treated, with 45 babies rescued and receiving medical attention. This incident sheds light on the urgent need for improved safety standards in healthcare facilities.

Sources: apnews.com , timesofindia.indiatimes.com , nytimes.com

[NATION] Speaker Mike Johnson initially respected House Ethics Committee independence before reversing course to involve himself in Matt Gaetz's ethics review.

Speaker Mike Johnson first acknowledged the need for independence in the House Ethics Committee's review of Matt Gaetz but later shifted to actively involving himself in the investigation. The decision to intervene drew attention and criticism as Johnson waded into the panel's examination of allegations against Gaetz. As controversy mounts over Gaetz's nomination for attorney general, Johnson's contradictory actions have further fueled the debate surrounding political interference in the ethics process.

Sources: washingtonpost.com , cnn.com , nbcnews.com , abcnews.go.com

[BUSINESS] Disgruntled X users are flocking to Bluesky, a growing decentralized social media platform with a surge in users.

Bluesky is experiencing a surge in users as dissatisfied X platform users switch to the decentralized social media site, reaching over 16 million users, including high-profile individuals like Swifties. The growth of Bluesky is attributed to discontent with X's policies, with Elon Musk's leadership contributing to the largest user exodus from X since his ownership. Users are turning to alternatives like Bluesky and Instagram's Threads due to concerns about issues like bots, partisan content, and privacy on X.

Sources: techcrunch.com , theatlantic.com , nbcnews.com , forbes.com

[TECHNOLOGY] Samsung is set to release AR glasses in Q3 2025 with a Qualcomm SoC, weighing 50 grams.

A Chinese research firm predicts Samsung will launch AR glasses in Q3 2025, featuring a Qualcomm chipset and weighing only 50 grams. The device, expected to support Google's Gemini, might not require smartphone tethering. Wellsen XR Research shared insights on the glasses' internals, hinting at Samsung's dive into a more advanced product category. The AR glasses are anticipated to debut during Samsung's second Unpacked event, equipped with a Qualcomm AR1 chip, 155mAh battery, 12MP Sony camera, and custom Gemini LLM developed with Google.

Sources: wccftech.com , tomsguide.com , ubergizmo.com

[SPORTS] Netflix experienced glitches during live stream of Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight, where Paul dominated Tyson in a unanimous decision victory.

During Netflix's debut in live combat sports, the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson match faced streaming problems, creating disruptions for viewers tuning in. The fight showcased Tyson's comeback, but the 58-year-old fell to Paul in a bout that highlighted the younger fighter's dominance and led to a unanimous decision victory. Despite technical glitches, the event drew a star-studded audience and left an impression on fans across generations.

Sources: nytimes.com , espn.com , people.com

[SCIENCE] Scientists uncover a 35,000-year-old mummified saber-toothed kitten in Siberian permafrost, offering insights into the ancient feline's characteristics.

Researchers excavated a well-preserved mummified saber-toothed kitten, estimated to be around 35,000 years old, from Siberian permafrost. The ancient feline's body structure offers insights into its size and development, comparing it to a three-week-old lion cub. This discovery marks the first time a frozen saber-toothed cat of this age has been studied, shedding light on prehistoric fauna in the region.

Sources: npr.org , nature.com , iflscience.com , nbcnews.com , abcnews.go.com

[HEALTH] H5N1 bird flu infects six humans in California and Oregon, sparking concerns about potential pandemic.

Health officials reported six new human cases of H5N1 bird flu in California and Oregon, with one case in Oregon linked to an outbreak in birds at a poultry operation. The patient in Oregon has fully recovered. The spread of the virus raises worries about a possible pandemic or lockdown, especially as the strain continues to circulate among birds and livestock.

Sources: latimes.com , reuters.com , today.com , cidrap.umn.edu , kcby.com

[ENTERTAINMENT] Box Office: Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans' Christmas movie 'Red One' aims for a $30M opening weekend challenge.

Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans star in the Christmas movie 'Red One,' which topped the Friday box office with nearly $11 million. The film faces pressure to reach a $30 million opening weekend target, with mixed reviews and concerns over its hefty $250 million budget. Streamers like Amazon MGM Studios have invested in the project, while traditional studios express discontent over the performance and budget.

Sources: hollywoodreporter.com , deadline.com , variety.com , vulture.com , yahoo.com