Boeing’s Starliner capsule, known as “Calypso,” has received an extension to its mission at the International Space Station, double its original planned duration. This developmental mission, referred to as Boeing’s crew flight test, involves a series of tests being conducted on the Starliner while it is docked with the ISS. The mission marks the first
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The recent announcement by the Pentagon regarding the winning bidders in the rocket launch contract sweepstakes has certainly shaken things up in the space industry. One of the most notable winners is Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, which secured a spot for the first time in this lucrative endeavor. This marks a significant achievement for Blue
In a groundbreaking move, Sony Pictures has announced the acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse, the seventh-largest movie theater chain in North America. This acquisition marks the first time a studio has purchased a theater chain since the Department of Justice’s antitrust division lifted the decree that prohibited certain film distributors from owning exhibition companies in 2020.
The shocking news of Joey “Jaws” Chestnut parting ways with Major League Eating (MLE) ahead of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest has sent ripples through the competitive eating world. Chestnut, a 16-time champion of the event, was reportedly offered a lucrative contract by MLE to continue his participation in the
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain is currently under investigation by a federal court-appointed monitor, Neil Barofsky. The investigation stemmed from accusations of potential abuse of power by Fain in his role as union president. The monitor has been met with obstacles in gathering information, with union leaders allegedly hindering the investigation process by obstructing
In a bid to attract customers who are willing to pay more for additional comfort and perks, Delta Air Lines announced that it would be introducing premium economy services on its transcontinental flights starting in September. This move reflects a larger trend among major airlines to cater to a segment of travelers who are willing
Disney has been making waves in the theme park industry with its ambitious plans to retheme iconic attractions to align with more current and inclusive themes. One of the most highly-anticipated transformations is the reimagining of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. This change reflects a broader
In a world where respiratory viruses like Covid-19 and the flu continue to pose a significant threat to public health, the race to develop effective combination vaccines has become more urgent than ever. Moderna, a leading biotech company, has recently unveiled promising results from a late-stage trial of its groundbreaking combination vaccine that targets both
The aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic has not only exposed the vulnerabilities in the American economy but has also highlighted the resilience within certain sectors. Child care, in particular, has taken center stage as daycares closed, schools shifted to remote learning, and parents struggled to balance work and childcare responsibilities. While employment in the child
Despite cricket not being a mainstream sport in the U.S., there is a growing interest in changing that narrative. The Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup being co-hosted by the U.S. for the first time has attracted investments close to a billion dollars from prominent figures such as Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Adobe CEO Shantanu