A wildlife photographer on a whale‑watching excursion off the coast of Seattle captured striking video and photos of a pod of killer whales (orcas) hunting a seal that fled by climbing onto the stern of her boat. The footage, recorded on a clear morning in late spring, shows the
Underdog Network, a prominent provider of fantasy football analysis, released its Week 11 rankings on Sunday, offering a comprehensive snapshot of player values as the NFL season reaches its midpoint. The list, titled “The Blueprint,” aims to guide managers in making informed decisions for upcoming lineups and waiver wire pickups.
Scientists have identified a strong association between highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses (HPAIV) and a recent, dramatic decline in the southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) population breeding on South Georgia Island. The observation follows a multi‑year monitoring program that recorded a 30 % drop in pup numbers during the 2023–
Today's scheduled inflation report was not published, prompting analysts and market participants to speculate on the reasons behind the delay and its potential impact on monetary policy. The monthly consumer price index (CPI) data, typically released by the national statistics agency, was postponed without a detailed explanation, marking
President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that his administration is preparing a series of tariff reductions aimed at curbing the recent surge in food prices. The move is presented as part of a broader "affordability push" that also includes the negotiation of new trade agreements intended to ease
Shoppers strolled through Manhattan’s bustling streets on November 7, 2025, clutching discount flyers and seasonal gift lists rather than indulgent treats. The scene reflected a broader shift in consumer behavior as Americans approach the holiday season, with many opting for bargains over luxuries amid lingering economic uncertainty. Recent market
Blue Origin successfully carried out its second heavy‑lift launch on Thursday, culminating in the company’s first offshore landing of the rocket’s first stage on a drone‑ship stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. The launch, conducted from the company's launch complex in Florida, employed the New
European officials said on Thursday that a high‑profile corruption investigation targeting Ukraine’s state nuclear power company has heightened worries that Western assistance could be diverted away from the war effort against Russia. The probe, which focuses on alleged kickbacks and irregularities in contracts for nuclear infrastructure, is reportedly
OnePlus has launched its latest flagship, the OnePlus 15, positioning it as a direct competitor to Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra. According to a review by ZDNET, the new OnePlus device delivers notable advantages in performance, battery life, and software experience, while maintaining a price point that undercuts its Samsung
Mono County officials reported that the Pack Fire, which has scorched roughly 3,400 acres since igniting last week, remains at 0% containment as of the latest update. The blaze, fueled by dry vegetation and high winds, continues to threaten forested terrain east of the Sierra Nevada foothills. Early Saturday
Former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James filed motions on Thursday in Alexandria, Virginia, asking a federal judge to dismiss the criminal cases pending against them. Their attorneys argue that the special counsel who led the investigations was appointed without proper authority, violating procedural rules
Researchers have pinpointed a specific immune response that leads to the rejection of pig kidneys transplanted into human patients, marking a notable advance in the field of xenotransplantation. The finding, reported in a recent peer‑reviewed study, clarifies a biological barrier that has long hampered the use of genetically engineered