By The Associated Press TORONTO — Air Canada said it suspended plans to restart operations on Sunday after the union representing 10,000 flight attendants said it will defy a return to work order. The strike was already affecting about 130,000 travelers around the world per day during the peak summer travel season. The Canada Industrial […]
The UniverseFridays One Year after Scientific American’s First Issue, the Solar System Grew by a Planet Neptune’s discovery was a race that ended not long after this magazine came to be By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings The planet Neptune, as seen by NASA’s Voyager 2 probe during a flyby in August of 1989. […]
Cosmic Tornado from Star’s Birth Whirls in Dazzling JWST Image This telescope has revealed the whipped-up dust from the birth of a star—and a shining background galaxy—more clearly than ever before By Gayoung Lee edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Join Our Community of Science Lovers! When a star is born, the process leaves behind a […]
Mysterious Illness Decimating Sea Stars Finally Identified A devastating bacterium has decimated populations of sunflower sea stars, predators that play a crucial role in their environment By Andrea Tamayo edited by Andrea Gawrylewski A giant sunflower star (Pycnopodia helianthoides) walks across the reef underwater in Point Dume State Beach, California. Join Our Community of Science […]
The UniverseFridays Echoes of Light Illuminate the Cosmos Bizarre phenomena called light echoes create strange, shifting shapes seen in some telescopic images, and help astronomers chart the heavens above By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings Captured by the Hubble Space Telescope in February 2004, this image is part of a sequence showing the celestial […]
Saica Group, a leading Spanish company in sustainable paper and packaging solutions, has expanded its presence in Central and Eastern Europe by acquiring Schumacher Packaging’s operations in Poland. This transaction, completed on October 31, 2024, includes two corrugated board plants in Bydgoszcz and Wrocław, two paper mills in Grudziądz and Myszków, and three service centers.…
In September 2024, during the Summit of the Future held in New York, the United Nations adopted the “Pact for the Future,” an intergovernmental agreement aimed at addressing contemporary and future global challenges.
In the dynamic business landscape of 2024, several trends are reshaping how companies operate and compete globally. The following are the key trends influencing the business environment
Nintendo has experienced a decline in profits over five consecutive quarters, leading the company to lower its financial expectations for the fiscal year ending in March 2025. In the first half of this fiscal cycle (April-September 2024), revenues fell by 34.3% compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 523.2 billion yen, while net profit…
SEGA has officially announced that it is working on a new installment of the iconic 3D fighting game series, Virtua Fighter. This news was revealed by Justin Scarpone, SEGA’s Executive Vice President and head of the Global Transmedia Group, in a recent interview.
Phil Spencer Confirms Xbox is Developing a Handheld Console
Spanish cuisine boasts a rich array of traditional dishes that have stood the test of time. One such emblematic dish is callos a la madrileña (Madrid-style tripe), a hearty and flavorful stew.
Korean Fried Chicken, known as Yangnyeom Dak, has gained global popularity for its exceptionally crispy exterior and a sauce that masterfully balances sweet and spicy flavors, thanks to ingredients like gochujang (fermented chili paste) and honey. Below is a detailed recipe to prepare this delightful dish at home.
Recent leaks suggest that “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” will incorporate content from iconic franchises such as “Halo,” “Doom,” and “Gears of War.”
In an unexpected partnership, renowned British singer Dua Lipa has teamed up with the Pokémon franchise to promote “Pokémon Sleep,” an application designed to monitor and improve users’ sleep habits. This collaboration aims to combine the artist’s influence with Pokémon’s popularity to encourage healthier sleep practices.
The DOK Summit, held on November 11 and 12, 2024, at the Euskalduna Palace in Bilbao, brought together digital sector leaders, innovative companies, and emerging talent to explore the keys to the digital and green transition.
An international team of astronomers has discovered a distant galaxy, named REBELS-25, that exhibits surprising similarities to our Milky Way. This finding challenges current theories about the formation and evolution of galaxies in the early universe.
In May 2023, the European Space Agency (ESA) conducted an experiment called “A Sign in Space,” simulating the reception of a signal from an extraterrestrial civilization.
The Japanese government has announced an ambitious $65 billion plan aimed at revitalizing its semiconductor industry and reestablishing itself as a global leader in chip production. This initiative seeks to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen the country’s economic security.
The European Commission has approved a €5 billion state aid package from Germany for the construction of a semiconductor factory in Dresden. This project is led by the European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC), a joint venture comprising TSMC, Bosch, Infineon, and NXP.
SoftBank has announced plans to develop a supercomputer utilizing NVIDIA’s advanced Blackwell chips, aiming to enhance artificial intelligence (AI) applications and strengthen its position in this growing sector.
The European Commission and national consumer protection authorities have urged Apple to eliminate geo-blocking practices in its digital services, including the App Store, Apple Arcade, Music, iTunes Store, Books, and Podcasts. This request aims to ensure that all European Union citizens can access the same services under similar conditions, regardless of their country of residence.
Spanish singer Rozalén had a standout participation at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, held in Miami. Nominated in two categories—Best Singer-Songwriter Album for El Abrazo and Best Singer-Songwriter Song for Entonces—the artist combined her musical celebration with a heartfelt tribute to her hometown, Letur, recently affected by heavy flooding caused by the DANA storm.
In recent weeks, Álvaro Muñoz Escassi, a former jockey and TV personality, has been romantically linked to Sheila Casas, a lawyer and sister of actors Mario and Óscar Casas. The rumors began circulating after photos of the two sharing affectionate moments surfaced, sparking speculation about the nature of their relationship. Los rumores surgieron tras la…
At the meteorological station in Málaga’s Port, 71.1 liters per square meter were recorded at 1:40 PM,
Local authorities have conducted preventive evacuations in the most vulnerable zones, particularly along the Guadalhorce River, where 2,985 people and 1,074 homes were evacuated
To date, 216 fatalities have been confirmed in Valencia and a total of 224 across Spain.
The opposition claims that the National Electoral Council (CNE), controlled by the government, altered the results to favor the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV).
On October 14, 2024, China conducted large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, named “Joint Sword 2024-B.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced early general elections for March 2025
The United Nations has accused Israel of denying food access to northern Gaza in October, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation.
The relationship between Trump and Putin has been under scrutiny since Trump’s first presidency.
Spain Strengthens Military Support to Ukraine with €1.129 Billion Aid Package In May 2024, Spain reinforced its commitment to Ukraine by signing a bilateral agreement that includes the provision of military equipment and defense materials worth €1.129 billion. This agreement, signed by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, represents the largest…
The health of Russian President Vladimir Putin has been the subject of speculation for years.