Micron shares rise on positive first-quarter guidance on AI demand for memory chips

By Harshita Mary Varghese (Reuters) – Shares of Micron Technology rose about 14% in after-hours trading after the memory maker forecast higher-than-expected first-quarter revenue due to appetite for its memory chips used in artificial intelligence. Micron is one of only three suppliers of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, along with South Korea’s SK Hynix and Samsung, … Read more

Button batteries pose deadly risks to children. Doctors want them to be made safer

The round batteries, small as buttons and shiny as coins, are prized for the energy they contain in their size. They have become commonplace in households, powering remote controls, hearing aids, toys, electric tea lights, wristwatches, greeting cards that play music and other familiar objects. But doctors warn that such ‘button batteries’ can maim and … Read more

When they took fluoride out of the water, like RFK Jr. wants to do everywhere, people’s teeth started rotting out of their heads

Our next potential leader of American health policy, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., wants to ban the addition of fluoride to public drinking water — a practice that experts agree has remarkably improved dental health for millions of Americans at little cost. In a country where many people do not have access to dental care, a … Read more

The celebration of flag planting causes fights to break out in several heated college rivalry games

Florida State and Florida players battle at midfield after the Gators’ 31-11 win in Tallahassee, Florida. (AP Photo/Colin Hackley) College football was a battle sport during Saturday’s rivalry. The rivalry week matches are always heated and tensions and resentments rise. But four annual clashes ended with fighting between opponents as the winning road team attempted … Read more

Breaking Intel’s wild week

Intel (INTC) is in the midst of one of the most tumultuous periods in its 56-year history. Declining sales, missed opportunities to compete in AI and a massive turnaround by CEO Pat Gelsinger who wants to restore the company to its former glory are putting significant pressure on the chip giant’s profits and stock price. … Read more

In the rugged highlands of Bolivia, proud indigenous Cholas conquer the airstrip

VIACHA, Bolivia (AP) — In the densely packed markets, sprawling farms and vibrant parties of Viacha, a city southeast of Bolivia’s capital, women typically wear bowler hats, tiered skirts and fringed scarves. What is less typical is that fashion attention focuses on these outfits – worn by ‘Cholas’, indigenous women from the highland Altiplano. But … Read more

‘Most difficult but most enjoyable job’

When Will Ferrell looks back on his time Saturday evening livehe has only good memories. Amid the 50th season of the NBC sketch comedy show, the Emmy-winning actor recently reflected in an interview with People about his years as SNL cast member. Ferrell starred on the show from 1995 to 2002. “I had seven great … Read more

Micron shares rise as first-quarter revenue forecast beats analysts’ expectations

Micron shares (MU) rose 17% before the bell on Thursday after the chipmaker forecast higher-than-expected revenue for the coming quarter. Micron forecast first-quarter revenue of $8.5 billion to $8.9 billion, above the $8.3 billion analysts expected. Company executives attributed the increased expectations to a more favorable pricing environment and robust demand for Micron’s memory chips … Read more

Car thief is released during a crash

Read the full story on The Auto Wire Car thief is released during a crash Is this man a professional acrobat? A car thief in Maynard, Massachusetts crashed a stolen Toyota Avalon into a parked Ford truck at high speed, but exited the sedan mid-impact in a quite acrobatic stunt. You can see for yourself … Read more

Hot water bottles keep you nice and warm, relieve pain and more. So why don’t more Americans use them?

When minor aches and pains arise, it’s understandable to reach for the nearest over-the-counter painkiller and hope for the best. But doctors say the solution to whatever ailments you have could be as simple as turning on the tap. Although not as commonly used in America, hot water bottles – rubber containers that act as … Read more

No. 5 Notre Dame clinches College Football Playoff spot with 2 pick-6s in 49-35 win over USC

Notre Dame returned two passes from USC quarterback Jayden Maiava for touchdowns, neutralizing any chance the Trojans had of a comeback in a 49-35 loss. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) Christian Gray’s 99-yard pick-6 with 3:39 remaining clinched No. 5 Notre Dame’s 49-35 victory over USC on Saturday at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. With the … Read more

A boomer says he’s struggling to survive on Social Security after taking early retirement to care for his wife full-time

Robert Papalia took early retirement to care for his wife Marie.Robert Papalia Robert Papalia, 74, took early retirement to care for his ailing wife Marie. The couple’s monthly pre-tax retirement income is being squeezed by medical bills and taxes. Many Americans face similar financial challenges and rely on Social Security amid high medical costs. Robert … Read more

Alan Ritchson’s cars are quite down to earth

Read the full story on Backfire News Alan Ritchson’s cars are quite down to earth Hollywood actor Alan Ritchson rises to a new level of fame in the Amazon series Reacher as well as stopping carjackings in real life. All that success has helped the man amass a growing fortune, part of which has been … Read more

Artists are creating their own paths to change the culture of indigenous art

Artists encourage indigenous art to evolve using new techniques and materials Artists discuss how Indigenous art has developed and why many do not have the same appreciation and access to mainstream galleries and museums as non-Indigenous peers. PAGUATE, NM – Homes with flat roofs and exterior walls, hand-stacked from western New Mexico’s distinctive pale yellow … Read more

If you shout at your child, you are ‘not a safe person’, a parenting expert warns. 3 ways to quit

Rare are the parents who never lost it and yelled at their child. Also rare: a parent who hasn’t regretted yelling at their child afterwards. “All parents know that yelling is not the best way to do things,” says Laura Markham, a clinical psychologist, parenting coach and mother of two. Fortune. “Parents usually feel sorry … Read more

No. 5 Notre Dame clinches College Football Playoff spot with 2 pick 6s in 49-28 win over USC

Notre Dame returned two straight passes from USC quarterback Jayden Maiava for touchdowns, neutralizing any chance the Trojans had of a comeback in a 49-35 loss. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) Christian Gray’s 99-yard pick 6 with 3:39 remaining clinched No. 5 Notre Dame’s 49-35 win over USC on Saturday at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. … Read more

‘I have pain in my back in Nola’

Justin Timberlake has canceled another tour stop. In a post shared to his Instagram Stories on Saturday, November 30, the 43-year-old ‘No Angels’ singer told fans that he is canceling the Forget Tomorrow World Tour show in Oklahoma City on December 2 due to an ongoing back injury he has recently incurred. continued in New … Read more