Accel reportedly in talks to lead $1B round for Thinking Machines at $40B valuation

Thinking Machines, the AI lab founded early last year by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, is in discussions to raise $1 billion at a valuation of at least $40 billion, The Information reported Thursday. Existing backer Accel is in talks to lead the fundraise, according to our source and The…

Comet McNaught put on a surprise show this summer: Here’s how to spot it before it fades

Comet 220P/McNaught has already put on an unexpectedly impressive show this summer as two dramatic outbursts of activity caused it to shine 20,000 times brighter than usual. Here’s how you can spot the icy interloper before it fades in the coming weeks. Comet 220P/McNaught orbits the sun once every 5.5-years.…

It’s time to end native forest logging

The vast majority of Australians and all mainstream nature protection groups—including Greenpeace—agree that Australia should end native forest logging, and that governments should create vast new national parks to protect and manage some of our most magnificent remaining forests. But there is significant disagreement about how this transition should come…

David Henrie’s Wife Maria Gives Birth to 10-Lb Rainbow Baby

David Henrie and wife Maria Cahill have welcomed their rainbow baby after suffering a pregnancy loss in 2023. “Hi guys! Maria here. David graciously let me take over his phone to write our ‘baby is finally here’ announcement post,” Cahill, 35, wrote in a post shared via her husband’s Instagram…

Fans Side-Eye Photo With Jonathan Jr. And Superior

Roomies, Blueface is giving a glimpse into some quality time with his little ones, and the rapper had fans taking notice of the sweet family moment. The cozy scene had both his and Nevaeh Akira’s newborn son Jonathan Porter Jr. and Nevaeh’s eldest son Superior right by his side, making…

Mama’s Creations signals sharper line of sight to $1B revenue as it targets mid- to high-20% gross margin (NASDAQ:MAMA)

Earnings Call Insights: Mama’s Creations (MAMA) Q2 fiscal 2027 Management View “The second quarter was another step change quarter for Mama’s… we grew revenue 55% to $54.6 million and expanded adjusted EBITDA 69% to $5.5 million,” said Adam Michaels (CEO & Chairman), adding that “every single bottom line metric grew…

This 4K Blu-ray player costs as much as a car

At the annual CEDIA Expo in Denver, Colorado, Magnetar is showcasing a new 4K UHD Blu-ray player — but not just any player. The ULTIMA Ultra HD Blu-ray Reference Transport is an extreme piece of kit, serving as a high-end universal media transport player, and targeting advanced home theater setups.…

Kim Zolciak’s Son KJ Biermann Indicted on 7 Charges in Sexual Assault Case

Kim Zolciak Speaks Out After 15-Year-Old Son’s Aggravated Sexual Battery Arrest Content warning: This story discusses allegations of sexual assault.  Kroy “KJ” Biermann Jr.‘s case is moving forward.  The 15-year-old son of Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann was indicted Sept. 3 on seven counts following his Aug. 17 arrest, including…

Bondi Icebergs caught in Aboriginal land claim as calls grow for new law to protect iconic Sydney sites

One of Sydney’s most famous and scenic landmarks is subject to a claim by the local Aboriginal land council. The La Perouse Local Aboriginal Land Council confirmed on Friday that it has lodged a land claim over the world-famous Bondi Icebergs pool and licensed club in the city’s east. Located…