Business
GE was the biggest company in the world. What happened?
General Electric (GE), once a giant company that did almost everything for American families, is no longer the same.
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Science, Technology
NASA to create a standard time for the moon
The White House has asked NASA to create a standard time for the moon and other space bodies. The U.S. wants to set rules in space as more countries and companies are interested in the moon.
Politics, Technology
Australia has too much solar panel waste
A new report says that solar panel waste could become a major issue sooner than expected.
Entertainment
Songs have become simpler, more repetitive and angrier
A recent study found that song lyrics are becoming simpler and more repetitive.
Science, Technology
Smartphones might be bad for physical health
Two years ago, Doctor Yannick Guillodo from Brest, France wanted to encourage people to use their smartphones less. He found a group of people who agreed to try to cut down their phone use.
Entertainment, Other
FBI returns art stolen during WWII to Japan
A family in Massachusetts, USA found a lot of valuable Asian art in their late father’s attic.
Politics
Putin wins Russian election
Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia, won a big victory in the recent election. He will now be the leader of Russia until at least 2030.
Sports
New record for most consecutive wins in men’s soccer
In a historic soccer match on Tuesday, the Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal set a world record. They won their 28th game in a row when they beat Al-Ittihad 2-0 in the AFC Champions League.
Entertainment
The 2024 Academy Awards for movies
The Oscars this year were a big victory for the movie “Oppenheimer,” directed by Christopher Nolan. It won seven awards, including best picture, best actor, and best director.
Science, Technology
Russia and China consider nuclear power plant on moon
Yuri Borisov, the leader of Russia’s space agency, Roscosmos, said that Russia and China are thinking about putting a nuclear power plant on the moon between 2033 and 2035.
Other, Science
Report says more than a billion people obese worldwide
The Lancet, a science journal, reports that over a billion people worldwide live with obesity. This includes 880 million adults and 159 million kids, based on data from 2022.
Business, Technology
Burger chain Wendy’s to test menu with AI controlled prices
Wendy’s, a popular fast-food chain, is planning to change their prices throughout the day.
Business, Technology
UberEats to start robot deliveries in Japan
UberEats, a popular food delivery service, will soon use special robots to deliver food in Tokyo.
Nature, Politics
China to send more pandas to US and other countries
China’s Wildlife Conservation Association is working with the National Zoo in Washington D.C. This could mean that more pandas come to the United States, a sign of improving relations between the two countries.
Entertainment, Technology
Dating app Tinder to start checking IDs in the UK
Tinder, a popular dating app, is launching a new feature in the UK. Tinder will start to verify users’ identities by using passports or driving licenses and video selfies.
Nature, Science
Wolves living near Chernobyl seem to fight cancer
In 1986, a nuclear reactor exploded at the Chernobyl power plant in Ukraine. It released deadly radiation and over 100,000 people had to leave the city.
Science, Technology
Nuclear fusion record, closer to unlimited clean energy
Scientists near Oxford, England, have set a new record in nuclear fusion energy. This brings us one step closer to clean energy for the future.
Sports
Kansas City Chiefs win 2024 Super Bowl
In an exciting Super Bowl, the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 25-22. It was the Chiefs’ third Super Bowl victory in five years.
Business, Politics
Australian law will let workers ignore bosses’ messages after work
Australia is making a new law that lets workers ignore calls and messages from their bosses after work hours. If companies don’t follow this rule, they might have to pay a fine.
Sports
Hong Kong fans and government upset Messi didn’t play
Soccer fans in Hong Kong were disappointed when Lionel Messi didn’t play in his team’s preseason friendly game.
