Author: Zayne Pham

The End Of An Era Legendary rock band Aerosmith has officially retired from touring, citing frontman Steven Tyler’s vocal injury as the heartbreaking reason. The announcement came from the band’s official social media accounts, marking the end of over five decades of live performances. A Long Journey Comes to an End Formed in 1970, Aerosmith has been a staple in the rock music scene. From their early days to their massive hits like “Dream On,” “Janie’s Got a Gun,” and “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing,” the band has left an indelible mark on music history. Their farewell tour,…

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter Reunite for Waiting for Godot Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, the beloved stars of the Bill & Ted franchise, are set to embark on a new adventure—this time on Broadway. In a surprising yet exciting announcement, Reeves and Winter will co-star in Samuel Beckett’s iconic play Waiting for Godot in the fall of 2025. Directed by the renowned Jamie Lloyd, this production promises to be a remarkable theatrical event. Keanu Reeves’ Broadway Debut Despite a prolific Hollywood career spanning over three decades, Keanu Reeves has never graced the Broadway stage until now. Known for his…

Financial Performance and Challenges In the second quarter of 2024, Intel reported a net loss of $1.6 billion, a stark contrast to the $437 million loss in the previous quarter. This disappointing performance is attributed to various factors, including high operational costs and underwhelming revenue growth. The company’s revenue for Q2 2024 was $12.8 billion, a slight 1% decline year-over-year. Q2 2024 Financial Highlights GAAPNon-GAAPQ2 2024Q2 2023vs. Q2 2023Q2 2024Q2 2023vs. Q2 2023Revenue ($B)$12.80$12.90down 1%Gross Margin35.40%35.80%down 0.4 ppt38.70%39.80%down 1.1 pptsR&D and MG&A ($B)$5.60$5.50up 2%$4.90$4.70up 5%Operating Margin-15.30%-7.80%down 7.5 ppts0.20%3.50%down 3.3 pptsTax Rate17.50%280.50%n/m**13.00%13.00%—Net Income (loss) Attributable to Intel ($B)-$1.60$1.50n/m**$0.10$0.50down 85%Earnings (loss) Per…

Key Financial Highlights Meta reported earnings per share (EPS) of $5.16 on revenue of $39.07 billion, outpacing analysts’ predictions of $4.74 EPS on $38.3 billion in revenue. This represents a notable increase from the same period last year, where Meta recorded EPS of $2.98 on $31.9 billion in revenue. The company’s Family of Apps revenue, which includes Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger, came in at $38.72 billion, higher than the estimated $37.7 billion. Meta’s Q2 2024 Financial Highlights: Meta Stock Price Performance Following the earnings announcement, Meta stock price on Nasdaq surged by more than 4% in after-hours trading, reflecting…

Bungie Faces Major Workforce Reduction Bungie, the developer behind the renowned Destiny franchise, has recently announced a significant reduction in its workforce, laying off 220 employees, which constitutes approximately 17% of its staff. This move comes amidst rising development costs and challenging economic conditions. Bungie’s CEO, Pete Parsons, detailed these developments in a statement on www.bungie.net, marking one of the most challenging periods in the company’s history. The Impact and Reasons Behind the Layoffs Parsons described the layoffs as “some of the most difficult changes we’ve ever had to make as a studio.” He attributed the decision to several factors,…

Details of the Assassination Haniyeh was in Tehran to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the new Iranian president, Masoud Pezeshkian. Hours after the inauguration, a guided missile struck the residence where Haniyeh was staying, reportedly killing him and his bodyguard. Hamas described the incident as a “Zionist airstrike” and a grave escalation in their ongoing conflict with Israel. However, as of now, Israel has declined to comment on the assassination. The Israeli military has a history of targeting high-ranking leaders of Hamas, particularly in response to recent hostilities that have seen an increase in violence following the Hamas-led attacks on…

Boar’s Head recalls 7 million pounds of deli meat In a significant food safety alert, Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc. has expanded its recall of deli meats due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall now encompasses nearly 7 million additional pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products, alarming consumers and retailers nationwide. List of Recalled Items The recall includes a variety of deli meats, such as Applewood Smoked Uncured Ham, Old Country Brand Tavern Ham, and Boar’s Head Strassburger Brand Liverwurst. The affected products were produced between May 10, 2024, and July 29, 2024. Consumers are urged to…

Atlas V Rocket Launch Today Today marks a significant milestone for the Atlas V rocket, as it undertakes its final national security mission. The mission, titled USSF-51, carries a classified payload, making it a crucial endeavor for the United States Space Force. This mission also signifies ULA’s 100th national security mission, underscoring the company’s critical role in supporting U.S. defense operations. The Space Force 45th Weather Squadron has predicted an 80% chance of favorable weather for the launch, which bodes well for the planned liftoff. Despite the early morning hour, viewers along the east coast should have a clear view…

Google’s Autocomplete Anomaly When users attempted to search for terms like “assassination attempt on Trump,” the autocomplete function yielded no suggestions. Instead, it offered results for other historical figures, such as Ronald Reagan and Harry Truman. Many users took to social media to express their outrage, accusing Google of intentional manipulation to influence the upcoming presidential election. Donald Trump Jr. voiced his concerns on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “Big Tech is trying to interfere in the election AGAIN to help Kamala Harris. We all know this is intentional election interference from Google. Truly despicable.” Billionaire Elon Musk also chimed in,…

The Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Highly Accurate Blood Tests A recent study conducted by researchers at Lund University in Sweden has revealed that a blood test combining plasma phosphorylated tau 217 (p-tau217) and the amyloid 42/40 ratio can diagnose Alzheimer’s disease with an accuracy rate of 90% . This is a significant improvement over traditional diagnostic methods, where neurologists achieved 73% accuracy and primary care doctors only 61% . Understanding p-tau217 The p-tau217 blood test measures a specific tau protein that is elevated in the presence of amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. The combination of this test with…