How Invasive Plants Are Fueling California’s Wildfire Crisis
Non-native grasses and eucalyptus trees brought to California centuries ago for agriculture and landscaping have reshaped the state’s fire dynamics.
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4 Things Apple Maps Does Better Than Google Maps
Apple’s platform for maps and directions, the perpetual runner-up to Google Maps, has improved markedly over the past few years. Here are the ways it currently bests its rival.
Sure, late-night hosts were mocking Trump. But their real scorn was for Democrats.
Jon Stewart, Seth Meyers, and Jimmy Kimmel took aim at Donald Trump and his administration after the inauguration — but at the Democrats, too.
SpaceX had to abandon a rocket launch 11 seconds before liftoff over fears a plane flew into the launch area
The incident highlights the growing issue of tensions between rocket launches and commercial aviation.
Buzzy French AI startup Mistral isn’t for sale and plans to IPO, its CEO says
French AI startup Mistral, dubbed Europe’s OpenAI, plans an IPO, not a sale, as it expands globally with over €1 billion raised since 2023.
Trump lifts moratorium on federal death penalty
In his executive order, US President Trump slammed his predecessor, Joe Biden, over his failure to “faithfully execute” the country’s laws Read Full Article at RT.com
Apple faces ‘blood minerals’ probe
Lawyers for the Democratic Republic of Congo have alleged Apple used minerals supplied by armed groups Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian club spends over $31 million on Brazilian footballer
Zenit St. Petersburg has signed Brazilian winger Luiz Henrique from Botafogo for over $31 million, a record transfer in Russian football Read Full Article at RT.com
‘I still have half a day’ to settle Ukraine conflict – Trump
The newly inaugurated US president had repeatedly promised to stop the fighting between Moscow and Kiev within 24 hours Read Full Article at RT.com
Gold Sneakers and Too-Tight Suits: The Menswear Guy Weighs In on Inauguration Weekend
Menswear influencer Derek Guy is unimpressed by what tech barons and the MAGA rank and file wore this weekend. “To be frank,” he says, “many conservatives are often behind on fashion trends.”