'Something Dark Is Going On': Nine Top-Level Scientists Die Or Go Missing In Past Year Authored by Debra Heine via American Greatness, In the span of nine months, nine top-level scientists in the United States have died or vanished without a trace. Seven of them were connected to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) or the institutions it directly funds. AFRL develops and transitions the most ...
'Something Dark Is Going On': Nine Top-Level Scientists Die Or Go Missing In Past Year Authored by Debra Heine via American Greatness, In the span of nine months, nine top-level scientists in the United States have died or vanished without a trace. Seven of them were connected to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) or the institutions it directly funds. AFRL develops and transitions the most sensitive aerospace technologies in the United States’ defense arsenal. 1) Monica Jacinto Reza vanished June 22, 2025 while hiking with friends in the Angeles National Forest in California. She was last seen waving to a hiking companion approximately 30 feet behind the group. Despite an extensive search involving helicopters, drones, and canine units, only a beanie and lip balm were recovered, and her body was never found. Reza, 60, was an aerospace engineer and Technical Fellow at Aerojet Rocketdyne who later moved to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)and co-inventor of Mondaloy. Mondaloy is a family of nickel-based superalloys developed by Aerojet Rocketdyne to withstand oxygen-rich environments and extreme heat in rocket engines. Its unique achievement is balancing high oxygen compatibility with structural strength, solving a critical challenge where traditional oxygen-resistant alloys were too weak for use in high-pressure components like preburners and turbine rotors. She worked closely with Retired Major General William Neil McCasland, who commanded the AFRL from 2011 to 2013 and oversaw the government funding for her alloy program. McCasland disappeared in February. Dallas Hardwick, Reza’s mentor and co-inventor of Mondaloy, died on January 5, 2014, apparently of natural causes. 2) Melissa Casias has been missing since June 26, 2025, in Taos County, New Mexico. She was last seen walking alone on Highway 518 near Talpa around 2:15 p.m., wearing a light-colored shirt, jeans, and tennis shoes, with a backpack containing personal items. Casias, 53, was an administrat...
Elon Musk's xAI and SpaceX merged in February, valuing the company at over $1.25 trillion. SpaceX is now preparing for an initial public offering (IPO). SpaceX IPO SpaceX reportedly plans to raise $75 billion from its IPO, valuing the space exploration company at around $1.75 trillion. SpaceX's confidential filing would show that the company is still targeting a June listing. Don't Miss: High-net-...
Elon Musk's xAI and SpaceX merged in February, valuing the company at over $1.25 trillion. SpaceX is now preparing for an initial public offering (IPO). SpaceX IPO SpaceX reportedly plans to raise $75 billion from its IPO, valuing the space exploration company at around $1.75 trillion. SpaceX's confidential filing would show that the company is still targeting a June listing. Don't Miss: High-net-worth individuals often rely on financial advisors to guide key decisions—this short quiz helps conn
Carson Block, founder and CEO of Muddy Waters Research, explains his bearish outlook on credit markets, highlighting expectations for credit spreads to widen significantly. He speaks during an interview on "Bloomberg The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
Carson Block, founder and CEO of Muddy Waters Research, explains his bearish outlook on credit markets, highlighting expectations for credit spreads to widen significantly. He speaks during an interview on "Bloomberg The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
Major earnings expected before the bell on Wednesday include: Tilray Brands ( TLRY ) Conagra Brands ( CAG ) Cal-Maine Foods ( CALM ) Lamb Weston Holdings ( LW ) Other earnings slated for release before Wednesday's open include: MSM , NG , UNF For Seeking Alpha's full earnings season calendar, click here .
Major earnings expected before the bell on Wednesday include: Tilray Brands ( TLRY ) Conagra Brands ( CAG ) Cal-Maine Foods ( CALM ) Lamb Weston Holdings ( LW ) Other earnings slated for release before Wednesday's open include: MSM , NG , UNF For Seeking Alpha's full earnings season calendar, click here .
China’s science and technology awards system has been accused of being riddled with loopholes and misconduct, including serious exaggeration of achievements, cultivation of personal connections and even bribery, according to critics within the academic community. These flaws, though repeatedly addressed by the authorities, are said to remain deeply entrenched, casting a shadow over China’s rapidly...
China’s science and technology awards system has been accused of being riddled with loopholes and misconduct, including serious exaggeration of achievements, cultivation of personal connections and even bribery, according to critics within the academic community. These flaws, though repeatedly addressed by the authorities, are said to remain deeply entrenched, casting a shadow over China’s rapidly advancing innovation sector that is widely regarded as a key pillar in its rivalry with the...
In the deep sea port of Haiphong, just over 100 miles (160 kilometers) south of the Chinese border, the fast-changing skyline of Vietnam’s northern economic engine reflects the nation’s rapid push for sustained 10% growth. For years, Haiphong’s ascent has appeared impervious to global shocks from trade turmoil to pandemic lockdowns. Backlit Korean, Japanese and Taiwanese logos marking the industri...
In the deep sea port of Haiphong, just over 100 miles (160 kilometers) south of the Chinese border, the fast-changing skyline of Vietnam’s northern economic engine reflects the nation’s rapid push for sustained 10% growth. For years, Haiphong’s ascent has appeared impervious to global shocks from trade turmoil to pandemic lockdowns. Backlit Korean, Japanese and Taiwanese logos marking the industrial facades have multiplied, with LG Electronics Inc. and Apple-supplier Pegatron Corp. among the multinationals that have expanded production here. A new free trade zone with tax perks and other incentives is set to lure even more investment. Newly empowered General Secretary To Lam wants to see this breakneck growth replicated across the nation as he races to move Vietnam away from low-cost manufacturing and toward tech-driven innovation. His reform program is remaking one of the world's fastest-growing economies, but his ambitious double-digit drive faces challenges beyond his control. Vietnam is “a minor economic miracle here in Southeast Asia, but it’s run up against some pretty significant roadblocks,” said Daniel Kritenbrink , who was US ambassador to Vietnam from 2017 to 2021 and is now a partner with The Asia Group consultancy. For many years, reform, innovation and even growth were stymied by an anti-corruption campaign, as well as energy grid and broader infrastructure constraints, he said, underscoring Lam’s sense of urgency. But “life is full of unexpected challenges” — and after Washington’s tariff policy, now it’s the Iran war shock. For more on Vietnam and Trump’s tariffs, read: China’s Pivot to Vietnam Blows Hole in Trump’s Made-in-USA Plan While Vietnam isn’t uniquely exposed, the risk of fuel shortages and disruption has already led to canceled flights and long queues at petrol stations. The country imports a significant amount of its oil and gas and, like much of the world, has adopted contingency measures such as tariff cuts and energy conservation, as w...
watch now In this video NVO PFE Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email CNBC Explains How Ireland became dependent on big pharma — and the risks ahead In just 50 years, Ireland has become the world’s third largest exporter of pharmaceuticals, with medicines now making up about 20% of Ireland’s GDP. So how did Ireland become so t...
watch now In this video NVO PFE Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email CNBC Explains How Ireland became dependent on big pharma — and the risks ahead In just 50 years, Ireland has become the world’s third largest exporter of pharmaceuticals, with medicines now making up about 20% of Ireland’s GDP. So how did Ireland become so tied to the pharma industry — and is that reliance at risk amid tariffs, patent cliffs and geopolitical tension? 12:49 5 hours ago Gaelle Legrand Ireland manufactures some of the world's most in demand medicines — from Viagra and Botox to the blockbuster weight loss drug Mounjaro. In just 50 years, it has become the world's third largest exporter of pharmaceuticals, with medicines now making up about 20% of Ireland's GDP. That success has also created dependence on the industry, and a growing share of the country's tax base comes from a handful of multinational drugmakers. So how did Ireland become so tied to the pharma industry — and is that reliance at risk amid tariffs, patent cliffs and geopolitical tension?
You can add multiple bulbs to a single room to create cooler, more colorful effects. | Image: Govee Spring cleaning isn’t just about clearing things out. It’s also a chance to refresh your living space, and a simple place to start is smart lighting — specifically, Govee’s Smart A19 LED Light Bulbs . The color-changing bulbs can instantly change the vibe of your home, and now through the end of tod...
You can add multiple bulbs to a single room to create cooler, more colorful effects. | Image: Govee Spring cleaning isn’t just about clearing things out. It’s also a chance to refresh your living space, and a simple place to start is smart lighting — specifically, Govee’s Smart A19 LED Light Bulbs . The color-changing bulbs can instantly change the vibe of your home, and now through the end of today, March 31st, you can buy a four-pack from Amazon and Govee for $26.99 ($13 off) as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale . That’s just $3 shy of the bundle’s lowest price to date and the cheapest we’ve seen the bulbs go for since Black Friday. Govee’s Smart A19 LED Light Bulbs (four-pack) Where to Buy: $39.99 $26.99 at Amazon $39.99 $26.99 at Govee At 800 lumens, each bulb is bright enough for everyday use and offers over 16 million colors, along with adjustable brightness and tones. Govee also currently offers more than 30 preset scenes designed to fit different moods and occasions within the app, so you can quickly shift from brighter, more energizing light while cleaning or working to softer, more relaxed lighting once you’re done. There’s a music sync feature that uses your phone’s microphone to match the lights to whatever you’re playing, too, which is a fun way to set the mood for a party or make cleaning feel a little less like a chore. If you want more control, Govee’s DIY mode even lets you tweak both the colors and brightness to your liking and save your own presets for future use. Each bulb can connect over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth — no hub required — and is relatively painless to set up. The bulbs are also Matter-compatible and work with major smart home platforms like Alexa and Google Home, which lets you control them with simple voice commands. You can also group multiple bulbs together, set them on a schedule, or set up routines so your lights slowly brighten in the morning or dim at night, whether individually or across multiple bulbs.
Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, charged with grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving and possession of a bladed article A 36-year-old man has been charged after seven people sustained injuries when a car hit pedestrians on one of Derby’s busiest streets, police have said. Sandhu Ponnachan was charged on Tuesday with six counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of attempted grievous bodi...
Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, charged with grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving and possession of a bladed article A 36-year-old man has been charged after seven people sustained injuries when a car hit pedestrians on one of Derby’s busiest streets, police have said. Sandhu Ponnachan was charged on Tuesday with six counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of attempted grievous bodily harm, one count of dangerous driving, and one count of possession of a bladed article, Derbyshire police said. Continue reading...
A federal judge has revoked the US citizenship of a naturalised married couple from China after their 2021 convictions for stealing sensitive medical trade secrets and sharing them with China, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) announced on Tuesday. On March 30, federal Judge James E. Simmons Jr. of California’s Southern District ordered the denaturalisation of Li Chen and Yu Zhou, ruling their cr...
A federal judge has revoked the US citizenship of a naturalised married couple from China after their 2021 convictions for stealing sensitive medical trade secrets and sharing them with China, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) announced on Tuesday. On March 30, federal Judge James E. Simmons Jr. of California’s Southern District ordered the denaturalisation of Li Chen and Yu Zhou, ruling their crimes showed a lack of the “good moral character” required for American citizenship. Chen and Zhou...
monsitj/iStock via Getty Images Gold's hefty losses in March have raised questions over the metal's safe-haven status, but UBS analysts said Tuesday t he recent weakness likely is temporary. While the selloff may seem counterintuitive given the extreme geopolitical uncertainty, UBS said the move is consistent with history, as "gold does not always rally during periods of conflict, particularly in ...
monsitj/iStock via Getty Images Gold's hefty losses in March have raised questions over the metal's safe-haven status, but UBS analysts said Tuesday t he recent weakness likely is temporary. While the selloff may seem counterintuitive given the extreme geopolitical uncertainty, UBS said the move is consistent with history, as "gold does not always rally during periods of conflict, particularly in the early stages. The economic context is crucial." This time, rising energy prices have led markets to price in tighter monetary policy, the bank explained, increasing the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets such as gold. UBS noted markets have shifted from expectations of "two and a half Fed rate cuts in 2026 to no further easing this year and even a small probability of a hike," a reaction the bank said is excessive, while it still expects to see Federal Reserve easing this year and a revival in gold demand as the market's flight-to-liquidity phase fades. "Our view is that the decline in gold is likely to be relatively short-lived," UBS wrote. "While the timing is hard to pinpoint, we do expect gold to rebound and forecast the precious metal to climb to US$6,200/oz by the end of June, scaling back to US$5,900/oz in early 2027." On Tuesday, precious metals rose as President Trump reportedly told aides he may be willing to end the U.S. military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, followed by unconfirmed reports that Iran's president has said the country is prepared to end the war but will insist on guarantees. Front-month Comex Gold ( XAUUSD:CUR ) for April delivery gained 2.7% to $4,647.60/oz, and front-month Comex April silver ( XAGUSD:CUR ) surged 6.2% to $74.69/oz, with both metals scoring their best settlement values since March 18. Gold futures finished Q1 on the positive side, even while limping through March with the largest monthly decline since June 2013, weighed by worries over inflation and higher interest rate...
Good morning. Markets are reacting to what might finally be some progress towards resolution amid the ongoing in Iran. The country said that it’s willing to end the war if certain requirements are met. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump expressed his mounting frustration that the monthlong war is unresolved, calling on other nations to seize the Strait of Hormuz. That dragged oil prices lower an...
Good morning. Markets are reacting to what might finally be some progress towards resolution amid the ongoing in Iran. The country said that it’s willing to end the war if certain requirements are met. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump expressed his mounting frustration that the monthlong war is unresolved, calling on other nations to seize the Strait of Hormuz. That dragged oil prices lower and helped send US stocks higher. But it isn’t totally blue skies yet — Iran has kept up strikes on Israel and countries around the Persian Gulf. - Keira Wright, Bloomberg’s Australian Energy Reporter What’s happening now Shares in Australia’s energy sector posted a record quarter to emerge as a regional outperformer, as the war in Iran tightens global fuel supplies and boosts liquefied natural gas exporters. Westpac expects the war will generate a multi-billion dollar windfall for the country, as higher coal and gas export prices boost revenues over the five years to 2030. Among the world’s top liquefied natural gas exporters, the country will hold an inquiry to examine taxes on oil and gas firms. Panic buying continues to drive fuel shortages, and a recent move to halve tax on retail fuel prices will take time to filter through to consumers , according to Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Meanwhile, the country is seeking to leverage Asian shipments to secure fuel supplies in return . The Reserve Bank of Australia said it’s impossible to confidently predict the path for policy after raising interest rates for a second time this year as a surge in oil prices fans inflation risks. The bank also said it won’t allow surcharges on debit and credit cards from October, a move that will bring Australia in line with peers in Europe and the UK. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is calling on President Trump to commit to ending the war in Iran. ANU National Security College’s Rory Medcalf says Canberra’s stance reflects the growing concern among Australians about the economic cons...
Almost three years ago, New York City joined governments across the country in banning TikTok from its phones over security concerns about the Chinese social media site. On Tuesday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a bona fide social media star, took to the app to announce a reversal: “TikTok, we’re back.” The city will now allow agencies to start posting again on the short-form social media site as long as ...
Almost three years ago, New York City joined governments across the country in banning TikTok from its phones over security concerns about the Chinese social media site. On Tuesday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a bona fide social media star, took to the app to announce a reversal: “TikTok, we’re back.” The city will now allow agencies to start posting again on the short-form social media site as long as departments follow a set of security precautions, according to a memo from city cybersecurity...
The Gabelli Equity Trust ( GAB ) on Tuesday said it updated the subscription price of its rights offering to $5 per share from $5.50 and extended the offer’s expiration to April 21, 2026. Under the terms, ten rights allow a shareholder to buy one additional share, with an oversubscription privilege available for shares not purchased in the primary offering. Rights will continue to trade on the New...
The Gabelli Equity Trust ( GAB ) on Tuesday said it updated the subscription price of its rights offering to $5 per share from $5.50 and extended the offer’s expiration to April 21, 2026. Under the terms, ten rights allow a shareholder to buy one additional share, with an oversubscription privilege available for shares not purchased in the primary offering. Rights will continue to trade on the New York Stock Exchange through April 20. GAB -0.71% after hours to $5.56. Source: Press Release More on Gabelli Equity Trust Inc, Gamco Investors GAB Rights Offering Strategy Tracking Mario Gabelli's Gabelli Funds 13F Portfolio - Q4 2025 Update A1-Rated And 6% From Gabelli Equity Trust's Preferred Stocks Gamco Investors Chairman Mario Gabelli hospitalized following medical incident Dividend scorecard for Gabelli Equity Trust Inc
(RTTNews) - The South Korea stock market has tracked lower in four straight sessions, tumbling almost 600 points or 11 percent along the way. The KOSPI now sits just above the 5,050-point plateau although it's overdue for support on Wednesday.
(RTTNews) - The South Korea stock market has tracked lower in four straight sessions, tumbling almost 600 points or 11 percent along the way. The KOSPI now sits just above the 5,050-point plateau although it's overdue for support on Wednesday.
The story will be of another Italian apocalypse, yet another infamous occasion for a nation that has won four men’s World Cups but is starting to believe it might never go to another after missing out for the third time in a row. After a North Macedonian bolt from the blue in 2022, and a stultifying two-legged defeat to Sweden five years before that they found a new way to come up short in 2026 – ...
The story will be of another Italian apocalypse, yet another infamous occasion for a nation that has won four men’s World Cups but is starting to believe it might never go to another after missing out for the third time in a row. After a North Macedonian bolt from the blue in 2022, and a stultifying two-legged defeat to Sweden five years before that they found a new way to come up short in 2026 – eliminated on penalties in their playoff final against Bosnia and Herzegovina. But this night should also be remembered for an electric performance by the hosts, who richly deserve the place they have claimed at this summer’s tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada. Despite falling behind early to a Moise Kean goal, Sergej Barbarez’s side kept their heads, kept attacking and ultimately played the Italians off the park. The only area in which they came up short was scoring the goals their performance deserved. They put that right in the shootout, converting four out of four. Continue reading...