Author: Nicole Roney

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have identified a new type of superconductor found in nature, dubbed miassite. This unconventional superconductor has the unique ability to superconduct at low temperatures without relying on typical quantum phenomena. Superconductors are known for their ability to conduct electricity without any energy loss, a trait that is typically attributed to the formation of Cooper pairs of electrons. However, miassite breaks the mold by achieving superconductivity in a different way. One of the key characteristics of miassite is its rarity as a naturally occurring material. While it can also be synthesized in the lab, natural specimens…

Dozens of Artists Boycott SXSW Festival over U.S. Army Sponsorship The South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas has been at the center of controversy as numerous artists and bands have pulled out in protest of the event’s sponsorship by the U.S. Army. The protest, spearheaded by the Austin For Palestine Coalition, began in February after it was revealed that defense contractors supplying weapons to the Israeli military were involved in the festival. Bands such as Squirrel Flower, Scowl, and Okay Shalom have withdrawn from SXSW in solidarity with Palestinians, sparking backlash from Texas Governor Greg Abbott. Abbott warned…

Director Johnathan Glazer’s highly acclaimed World War II-era film, The Zone of Interest, is set to release on April 5, 2024, exclusively on Max. The film, which won two Academy Awards for International Feature Film and Best Sound at the recent Oscars ceremony, tells the story of Rudolf Höss and his wife Hedwig as they live next to a Holocaust concentration camp. Subscribers to Max will have the opportunity to watch the film at no extra charge, with the option to pay to view it on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV+. The film has received rave reviews, with one…

Under Armour Founder Kevin Plank is set to return as CEO of the popular athletic wear company, replacing current CEO Stephanie Linnartz who is stepping down after just over a year in the role. Linnartz will be staying on as an advisor through the end of April, with Plank taking over as CEO on April 1. Plank, who had previously served as CEO before handing over the reins to Linnartz, will also remain on the board but will be handing over the chair position to Mohamed El-Erian. Linnartz is being praised for strengthening the leadership team and focusing on consumer…

Iconic actress Sharon Stone has made shocking allegations during a recent podcast appearance, claiming that producer Robert Evans once suggested she have sex with her Sliver co-star William “Billy” Baldwin to improve their on-screen chemistry. The incident reportedly took place during the production of the 1993 thriller, with Evans allegedly asking Stone to meet him in his office to discuss the matter. Stone, who had previously detailed the encounter in her 2021 memoir without naming Evans, described how the producer believed that a sexual relationship between Stone and Baldwin would enhance the actor’s performance in the film. However, Stone’s representatives…

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel didn’t hold back as he recapped his recent Oscars hosting gig on his show. The comedian fired back at former President Donald Trump’s criticism of his performance on the Truth Social platform, making a joke about Trump’s potential jail time during Sunday’s ceremony. Despite the controversy, Kimmel had his studio audience cheering and applauding as he shared behind-the-scenes details from the Oscars. He even mentioned wrestler-turned-actor John Cena’s apparent naked appearance at the show, adding to the night’s unexpected moments. In a surprising revelation, Kimmel disclosed that Oscars show producers tried to dissuade him from responding…

Hollywood veteran Al Pacino found himself in the spotlight once again, this time for his unexpected announcement of “Oppenheimer” as the best picture winner at the recent Academy Awards. The iconic actor, known for his memorable roles in classics such as “The Godfather” and “Scarface,” explained the awkward moment in a recent interview. According to Pacino, the producers had decided that he would not read out the full list of nominees before announcing the winner. Instead, he was told to simply open the envelope and reveal the winning film. Honored to be a part of the prestigious evening, Pacino followed…

Princess Kate, recovering from abdominal surgery, has released her first official photograph since the procedure. The picture shows her seated outside with her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. The photo was taken earlier this week in Windsor. In a post on the official Instagram account, Princess Kate thanked everyone for their support and wished them a Happy Mother’s Day. Kensington Palace has stated that the princess is unlikely to return to public duties until Easter, but did not disclose the reason for her surgery, only noting that it was noncancerous. Speculation and gossip about Kate’s whereabouts…

Apple’s latest MacBook Air with M3 chip boasts faster SSD speeds compared to the previous M2 model, according to recent benchmark results from YouTube channel Max Tech. The base model 13-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip now utilizes two 128GB storage chips, leading to significantly improved read and write speeds in tests. Max Tech’s findings revealed that the M3 model exhibited up to 33% faster write speeds and up to 82% faster read speeds compared to the M2 model. This upgrade is expected to benefit the base model 15-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip as well. Customers no…

For the 2024-2025 flu season in America, some changes are on the horizon when it comes to the flu shot formulation. In a significant development, it has been decided that the flu shots for the upcoming season will only guard against three types of flu virus, as opposed to the usual four. One of the flu viruses that will not be included in the upcoming flu vaccines is the Yamagata lineage, which has not been seen since March 2020. Experts have recommended removing the apparently extinct Yamagata viruses from the flu shot formulations for the next season. The FDA advisory…