Boeing’s Starliner capsule, named “Calypso,” was originally planned to stay at the International Space Station for nine days as part of its crew flight test mission. However, NASA announced that Calypso’s mission has been extended to at least 17 days to allow for further testing of the spacecraft while docked at the ISS. The decision
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The Pentagon recently revealed the first set of victors in the rocket launch contract challenge, with Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin securing a position for the first time. This triumph for Blue Origin was part of the contracts distributed as part of the Pentagon’s National Security Space Launch program, which is valued at $5.6 billion. Along
The recent acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse by Sony Pictures marks a significant shift in the movie theater industry. The Paramount Consent Decrees, which were enacted in 1948, played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of film distribution and exhibition for over 70 years. These decrees required major studios to divest their cinemas, leading to
Major League Eating shocked the competitive eating world by announcing their decision to part ways with Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, a 16-time champion of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. The reason cited for this sudden split was Chestnut’s choice to represent a competitor brand that sells plant-based hot dogs, deviating from
The recent investigation into United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain by federal court-appointed monitor Neil Barofsky has brought to light serious allegations of abuse of power within the union’s leadership. It is concerning to see accusations of obstruction and interference with the investigation, which could potentially violate the 2020 consent decree between the UAW and
Delta Air Lines recently announced that it will be introducing its premium economy service to transcontinental flights starting in September. This move comes as part of the airline’s strategy to cater to customers who are willing to pay a premium for extra space and perks during their flights. Premium economy is a relatively new class
Disney fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the reopening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, the rethemed Splash Mountain ride at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. The transformation of this iconic water ride into a new experience featuring characters from Disney Animation’s “Princess and the Frog” has been in the works for four years.
In a recent announcement by Moderna, the biotech company revealed promising results from a late-stage trial of its combination vaccine targeting both Covid-19 and the flu. This new development has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach vaccinations against respiratory viruses, providing added convenience and effectiveness. Moderna’s CEO, Stephane Bancel, highlighted the benefits of
The Covid-19 pandemic revealed both vulnerabilities and strengths in the American economy, with the child care industry taking the spotlight as daycares closed, schools transitioned to remote learning, and parents struggled to balance work and childcare responsibilities. While employment in the child care sector has mostly returned to pre-pandemic levels, there continues to be a
Cricket, a sport that may not be as mainstream in the United States as it is in other parts of the world, is beginning to gain traction thanks to the efforts of some prominent CEOs and investors. The Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, hosted in the U.S. for the first time, has spurred nearly a