Donald Trump prompts fury after posting racist video about Barack and Michelle Obama

Donald Trump posted a racist video on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, sparking widespread condemnation. The video, which also perpetuated false claims about the 2020 election, has been liked and reposted thousands of times despite criticism from prominent Democrats and political strategists.

the epstein files are getting worse...

the epstein files are getting worse... - coffeezilla

How Far Was It From 'Eyes Wide Shut' to Epstein's Island?

Twenty-five years after the release of Stanley Kubrick’s 'Eyes Wide Shut', the film’s exploration of elite depravity remains relevant as revelations about Jeffrey Epstein’s sex island unfold. The movie, though ponderous, delves into themes of desire, male insecurity, and the dangerous implications of power. However, its narrative is often obscured by digressions, making it hard to fully engage with the characters’ frustrations and erotic experiences.

Epstein files show art market financialisation in full flow

Epstein files reveal the financialization of the art market, highlighting the complex transactions and connections between high-profile individuals and the art world.

Almost 900 Nazi-linked accounts discovered at Swiss bank

Almost 900 previously undisclosed accounts with potential Nazi links have been discovered at a Swiss bank, according to a US senator. The accounts, held by the German foreign ministry, the SS paramilitary organisation, and a German arms-manufacturing company, were part of the Nazi apparatus that enabled the Holocaust. The investigation, led by American lawyer Neil Barofsky, aims to uncover the bank's hidden role in Second World War crimes. Credit Suisse is also found to have been involved in a scheme to help Nazis flee to Argentina to escape Allied justice. The bank handled the financing of so-called ratlines, used by prominent Nazis to escape Europe after the war. The Argentine authorities also used an account at the Swiss bank to facilitate bribes and other payments to European officials to keep the ratlines running. However, the investigation is being hampered by UBS, the Swiss bank that acquired Credit Suisse, withholding over 150 important documents from the inquiry.

NASA funds new tech for upcoming 'Super Hubble' to search for alien life: 'We intend to move with urgency'

NASA has selected seven companies to develop technologies for the Habitable Worlds Observatory, a powerful space telescope designed to search for signs of life on alien planets by analyzing the light passing through their atmospheres. The companies will tackle engineering challenges to create a telescope capable of maintaining stability within a width the size of a single atom and equipped with a coronagraph thousands of times more capable than any previously built. NASA aims to launch the observatory by the late 2030s or early 2040s, equipped with technologies that do not yet exist.

‘I’m the product of a smashed-up family’: how Sean Scully became the greatest abstract painter alive

This article explores the life and work of Sean Scully, the renowned abstract painter, who draws inspiration from his tumultuous childhood and the pain that still drives his art. As his new exhibition captivates Paris, Scully discusses the spiritual and emotional depth of his work, comparing it to the music of Miles Davis and Coltrane. Despite his personal struggles, Scully's art conveys a sense of necessity and intensity, making a powerful statement about the human condition.

Three abandoned little pigs rescued in Fenland

Three abandoned pigs were rescued in Fenland after a six-hour mission. Local vet staff and a council dog warden used various foods to lure the pigs into a trap. The pigs, believed to be kunekunes, were found to be in good health and have been rehomed.

As U.S. debt soars past $38 trillion, the flood of corporate bonds is a growing threat to the Treasury supply

As U.S. debt surpasses $38 trillion, the surge in corporate bond issuance, particularly from hyperscalers, poses a growing challenge to Treasury supply. Apollo Chief Economist Torsten Slok highlights that the anticipated $2.25 trillion in investment-grade debt this year could drive up rates, raising concerns about the marginal buyer of IG paper. The Treasury Department's efforts to attract investors are complicated by the AI boom, which is driving companies to the bond market for funding. This shift in investor demographics, with a notable decrease in foreign government holdings, could make the U.S. financial system more fragile.

IXI’s autofocusing lenses are almost ready to replace multifocal glasses

This article discusses IXI’s autofocusing lenses designed for age-related farsightedness, which combine cameraless eye tracking with liquid crystal lenses that automatically adjust when the user’s focus shifts. The glasses aim to replace multifocal glasses with a single pair of glasses that can adapt to different prescriptions, potentially offering additional health insights through a companion app.

Man Documents Days DoorDashing Until He Can Afford to Buy a Diamond Engagement Ring for His Girlfriend

Bradley Cho is documenting his DoorDash journey to save $6,500 for a diamond engagement ring for his girlfriend, Julia Jang. Cho, who works in procurement, has earned $902 so far and plans to continue DoorDashing until he reaches his goal. His video series has garnered over 410,000 followers on TikTok and Instagram.