An international group of researchers, including scientists from the University of Wollongong (UOW), has uncovered strong evidence that shifting climate conditions contributed to the disappearance of Homo floresiensis, the small-bodied human species often called the hobbits. The findings, published in Communications Earth & Environment, indicate that these early humans left…
Moo Deng Zoo Responds to Living Condition Concerns
Concerns regarding Moo Deng’s living conditions were sparked after conservationist Siranudh “Psi” Scott shared photos from the 19-month-old hippo’s pen, writing in Thai on X Feb. 14, “It’s really sad to see her like this.” “Even though she’s generated so much income,” he continued, “in the end, she’s just a business…
US assembles the most aerial firepower since Iraq War as Trump prepares to strike Iran ‘in just DAYS’… and president is ‘choosing between two devastating options of attack’
The US military has deployed their largest fleet of jet fighters in the Middle East since the 2003 Iraq War as President Trump decides whether to attack Iran. Trump has reportedly been ‘spending a lot of time thinking about’ potential strikes and could decide whether to launch a large-scale military operation by this weekend. …
Olympic skier Eileen Gu leaves fans split as she brutally shuts down reporter’s ‘ridiculous perspective’ in tense press conference
By JACK BEZANTS, US DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published: 14:52 GMT, 18 February 2026 | Updated: 05:38 GMT, 19 February 2026 Controversial Winter Olympics skier Eileen Gu has polarized fans once again by shutting down a reporter who quizzed her on falling short of winning a gold medal. The 22-year-old has…
X continues to bet on vertical video with its latest update
X recently introduced a new immersive video player, signaling another major step in its ongoing push into video-focused experiences. Nikita Bier, X’s head of product, announced the update earlier this week, admitting the previous video player “badly needed a refresh.” The redesign aims to make video consumption more engaging and…
BTC on track for fifth weekly decline, first since 2022, geopolitical risks mount
Bitcoin is on course to print its fifth consecutive weekly loss, which would mark the first such streak since March to May 2022, when bitcoin went down for nine consecutive weeks. As of Thursday Asia time, the largest cryptocurrency by market cap is already down roughly 3% on the week,…
Peering Homeward, 1972 – NASA Science
By Laura Rocchio On July 23, 1972 the first civilian satellite designed to image Earth’s land surfaces was launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. On board the satellite, originally named the Earth Resources Technology Satellite (ERTS), but later known as Landsat 1, were two sensors. The primary sensor,…
Jason Bateman Got Sober From Alcohol, Cocaine to Ease Marriage ‘Tension’
Jason Bateman decided to get sober for the sake of his relationship with wife Amanda Anka. “Amanda and I definitely had a few negotiations about the point at which the [partying] spigot was going to completely turn off,” Bateman, 57, said in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter published on…
Fantasia Slams Dad After He Accuses Her Husband Of Stealing
Whew, roommates! Just when the internet started easing off of GloRilla and BroRilla (Victoria Woods), here comes another dose of celeb family drama! This time, the spotlight is on Fantasia and her father, Joseph Barrino. On Wednesday (Feb. 18), The Shade Room reposted a now-deleted post from the singer’s Instagram.…
Dorinda Medley on Traitors Season 4 Reunion, The Golden Life
RHONY’s Dorinda Medley Shares Where She Stands With ‘Golden Life’ Costars (Exclusive) Dorinda Medley is ready to tell you how she’s doing after filming the Traitors reunion. The Real Housewives of New York City alum teased the upcoming conclusion of the Peacock competition series’ fourth season, hinting that the drama…