Thirty years ago, California legalized medical marijuana, sparking a nationwide revolution. Today, more than 44 million Americans turn to cannabis as a natural way to relax or treat nausea and pain. But new research reveals this popular pastime may come with a hidden cost, raising your risk of cardiovascular problems as consumption continues to sweep … Read more
Flights across Europe were subject to “hoax” bomb threats on Thursday for the second time this week, disrupting air travel in London, Dublin and Helsinki, among others. According to Reuters, at least 27 different flights were affected, some forced to land unexpectedly and others escorted by fighter jets. Aer Lingus, Finnair, Wizz Air and Polish … Read more
The blue wave that swept Republicans from power throughout the United States did not only affect Congress. In Tuesday’s midterm elections, Democrats gained hundreds of seats in state legislatures across the country, under-the-radar victories that may have major implications for life in America. Although votes are still being counted, the party’s success appears to be … Read more
London – British actor, comedian and media personality Russell Brand was found guilty of rape and sexual assault in a London court on Thursday. Brand, 51, was found guilty of raping a young fan in 2009 after they met at one of his shows in west London. He was also found guilty of three counts … Read more
This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future issues in your inbox. Hi, it’s Leonie Kidd with today’s edition of Morning Squawk. Cooler heads prevail after the monster rally that sparked the Dow’s best day in more than a year and a half. Investors are now assessing the impact of a new … Read more
Discord is finally giving up on Electron, the cross-platform framework that allows developers to create desktop applications using web technologies. Electron web apps are notoriously resource-intensive, and Discord is now moving its desktop app entirely to Rust, a modern programming language designed for speed and memory safety. “We have been early adopters of Rust since … Read more
The honorary president of the Japanese Football Association, Kozo Tashima, has announced his intention to oppose Gianni Infantino to be the next president of FIFA. Tashima, 68, is a member of the FIFA Council and a former international footballer and coach. He said he wants to convey “integrity, solidity and high moral standards” and “contribute … Read more
Even in the 21st century, mysteries abound about wildlife, especially in the depths of the oceans. A recent and interesting example was the discovery of what became known as the “golden orb.” Found in a deep-sea exploration in 2023, the strange object baffled scientists for three painstaking years until they discovered its secrets. The story … Read more
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In a peculiar failed smuggling attempt, 3,000 tarantulas were seized at a Peruvian airport, after an anonymous complaint led authorities to search the suitcases of two German citizens and a Polish citizen who were boarding a flight to Germany. Published on November 5, 2026November 5, 2026 Share 3,000 tarantulas hidden inside luggage seized at Peruvian … Read more