As Michelangelo's monumental fresco undergoes its first restoration in three decades, visitors to the Vatican will view a high-definition reproduction while conservators work to revive the masterpiece's original brilliance.
In a significant shift, Harvard College reports a nearly 7-point decline in 'A' grades awarded last semester, marking the first tangible result of a faculty-led campaign to restore meaning to academic evaluations and combat rampant grade inflation.
A retrospective analysis reveals the staggering returns from Warren Buffett's key 2016 investments, with a stake in Apple vastly outperforming his own conglomerate and the broader S&P 500 index over ten years.
The FIRE movement is no longer the exclusive domain of high-flying tech salaries. A growing community of middle and working-class Americans is proving that strategic frugality and disciplined investing can pave the way to financial independence decades ahead of schedule.
As the wearables market surges, Biolinq CEO Richard Yang positions smart patches as the next evolution, capable of tracking deep biochemical data where watches track surface metrics, with his company's FDA-cleared glucose sensor leading the charge.
As gold and silver prices swing wildly from record highs to sudden slumps, experts urge caution for individuals looking to cash in. We examine the market forces at play and the crucial considerations before selling your heirlooms or investments.
While AI's role in headline-grabbing discoveries like AlphaFold is celebrated, Anthropic is forging a new path. Through partnerships with the Allen Institute and HHMI, the company is embedding Claude AI into the unglamorous, time-consuming groundwork of research—betting that efficiency gains in data analysis and coordination will compress decades of scientific progress.
Chinese courts have executed four senior members of a Myanmar-based criminal organization for murder, trafficking, and running a multi-billion dollar scam operation that exploited thousands, including Chinese citizens. The move is part of a broader crackdown on cross-border cyber fraud hubs.
The latest release of court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case has sent shockwaves through international corridors of power, revealing communications between the convicted sex offender and high-profile figures in India, Australia, the UK, Slovakia, and Norway, prompting resignations and fierce political denials.
A Russian cargo ship captain has been found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter after his vessel collided with an anchored oil tanker in the North Sea, resulting in a fiery blaze and the death of a Filipino crew member whose body was never recovered.
Precious metals prices steadied on Monday following a sharp Friday plunge that rattled markets, though experts warn the volatility in these traditional safe havens may not be over.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), commanding over 70% of the advanced chip foundry market, is accelerating its U.S. manufacturing footprint amid shifting trade policies and sustained explosive financial growth, solidifying its indispensable role.
Robinhood Markets (HOOD) has captivated a generation of investors, but its soaring valuation and rich multiples are prompting some on Wall Street to sound the alarm for a potential correction.
Shares of USA Rare Earth (NASDAQ: USAR) climbed over 6% Monday morning following reports of a proposed U.S. government initiative, dubbed 'Project Vault,' aimed at securing a strategic reserve of critical minerals, including rare earths, to counter potential supply chain vulnerabilities.
As the U.S. renewable energy sector builds on a record-breaking 2025, it faces a critical juncture defined by supply chain pressures, extreme weather, and evolving market rules. Strategic adaptation, not just growth, will determine its sustainable trajectory.
Tesla will cease production of its flagship Model S and Model X next quarter, ending an era for its pioneering luxury EVs as it converts factory space to manufacture Optimus humanoid robots, signaling a profound strategic pivot.
In a major consolidation move, Eldorado Gold announces a definitive agreement to acquire Canadian copper-gold developer Foran Mining, positioning the combined entity as a significant near-term producer with a diversified North American and European asset base.
As the 2026 Winter Olympics approach, the event is set to be the final one governed by a fragmented system of regulations for transgender athletes' participation. With the IOC poised to introduce universal guidelines, the Games in Italy spotlight a global debate balancing inclusion, fairness, and the future of women's sport.
Despite sitting on over $6 billion in unrealized losses, publicly-listed crypto firm BitMine Immersion Technologies continues its aggressive accumulation of Ethereum, viewing the price slump as a strategic buying opportunity.
If confirmed, incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh will inherit a booming yet bifurcated economy. Despite strong GDP growth and a surging stock market, stagnant hiring and sinking consumer confidence present a policy puzzle where interest rate cuts may offer no easy fix.
