Author: David Miller

A new study has shed light on the hereditary nature of treatment-resistant depression, showing that close relatives of individuals with this condition are nine times more likely to also develop depression that does not respond to standard treatments such as therapy and antidepressants. The study, which analyzed national health insurance data from Taiwan over a 15-year period, found a strong genetic transmission of treatment-resistant depression within families. Additionally, family members of individuals with this condition were at a higher risk of developing other psychiatric disorders and dying by suicide. Experts believe that a combination of genetic factors, shared life events,…

A Rare Total Solar Eclipse to Sweep Across 15 U.S. States, Mexico, and Canada On April 8, skygazers in 15 U.S. states, Mexico, and Canada will have the rare opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse. An estimated 44 million people in the path of totality will be able to view the sun completely blocked by the moon, creating a breathtaking natural phenomenon. The eclipse is set to cover a 115-mile-wide path from Mexico to Canada, with certain U.S. states experiencing the total phase of the eclipse while others will witness a partial eclipse. The duration of the total eclipse…

Trump Media & Technology Group, the owner of the controversial new social media platform Truth Social, is embroiled in a legal battle with its co-founders. The company filed a lawsuit seeking to eliminate the stakes of the co-founders, alleging that their reckless decisions caused significant damage. The co-founders, who were set to receive a hefty sum of 8.6 million shares in the company valued at about $444 million, are being accused of “riding President Trump’s coattails” and making decisions that jeopardized the success of Truth Social. The lawsuit claims that without President Trump’s involvement, the creation of Truth Social would…

Google announced that its Podcasts app in the U.S. will be discontinued after April 2nd, leaving users with subscriptions needing to find another podcast app to use. This transition may also leave users vulnerable to having their credentials taken if not done correctly, so users are encouraged to act quickly. In-app notifications have been sent to users to inform them of the shutdown and suggest that YouTube Music app is a good alternative for podcast listeners. Google claims that the YouTube Music app offers a better destination for both fans and podcasters. Instructions have been provided on how to transfer…

Beyoncé’s Latest Album “Cowboy Carter” Shatters Streaming Records In a groundbreaking achievement, Beyoncé’s newest album “Cowboy Carter” has set a new record for the most-streamed album in a single day in 2024. Spotify made the exciting announcement on Instagram, marking the first time a country-inspired album has held this title in the new year. The album, which features collaborations with music heavyweights like Post Malone, Miley Cyrus, Willie Nelson, and Dolly Parton, has been met with immense success since its release. The momentum was built up by the pre-release of two singles during the Super Bowl, which were part of…

Chinese consumer electronics giant Xiaomi has made a bold entry into the electric vehicle (EV) market with the introduction of its new electric SU7 sedan. Priced at around $30,000, the SU7 is set to compete head-to-head with Tesla in China. Xiaomi has teamed up with Beijing Automotive Group Co. to manufacture the SU7, which is expected to rival Tesla’s Model 3. The cheapest model of the SU7 is priced at $30,000, approximately $4,000 lower than the Model 3 in China. One key advantage of the SU7 is its impressive range of 700 kilometers on a single charge, outstripping the Model…

Apple fans can expect some exciting news as the tech giant is set to launch new iPads in early May, as reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The upcoming lineup is expected to include a new iPad Pro with an OLED display and a faster iPad Air model, including a 12.9-inch option for the first time in that lineup. Rumors of the new iPad models have been circulating since last year, with reports suggesting that the iPad Pro models will feature OLED displays and run on the new M3 chip, which is already present in some Macs. The new tablets are…

Sean “Diddy” Combs Denies Wrongdoing After FBI Raids, Vows to Clear His Name Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing intense scrutiny after the FBI conducted raids on his homes in Los Angeles and Miami. The raids were part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual abuse and forced prostitution involving Combs. Despite the raids, Combs vehemently denies any wrongdoing and has called the use of military-level force by the FBI “grossly overused.” His attorney has also stated that there is no finding of criminal or civil liability in the allegations against him. This is not the first time…

In a significant development for the future of Walt Disney World, a settlement has been reached in the court battle between Governor Ron DeSantis’ allies and the iconic theme park. The dispute began after DeSantis appointed members to the board of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, taking over control from Disney supporters. This move came in response to Disney’s opposition to the controversial “Don’t Say Gay” law. The settlement agreement, approved by the DeSantis-appointed board members, includes the dropping of covenants and development agreements that were previously made with Disney before the takeover. Walt Disney World president Jeff Vahle…

Former Syracuse Orange basketball player Brendan Paul has found himself in hot water after being arrested on two felony charges at Miami International Airport. The charges stem from his alleged involvement in a drug trafficking ring, where he is accused of working as a drug mule for rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs. During a routine search of his luggage, federal agents discovered cocaine and suspected marijuana edibles, leading to Paul’s immediate arrest. This incident has also sparked a larger investigation, prompting raids on Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami. These raids are in connection with multiple recent lawsuits accusing Combs…