Author: Political X Patriot
The Gigian group, led by 34-year-old Jack Lasota, is implicated in a series of murders across the U.S., leading to multiple arrests. Lasota, who identifies as a trans woman and has a background in computer science, has been charged alongside other members, including Michelle Zaico and Daniel Blanc, with trespassing and obstruction. Authorities are investigating at least six murders linked to the group, including a double homicide in Pennsylvania and a violent encounter in California. Lasota developed her rationalist beliefs after moving to the San Francisco area and began blogging about various topics, eventually veering into unorthodox theories. Despite having…
The presence of three Chinese naval vessels in the Tasman Sea has raised alarm in Australia and New Zealand, leading airlines like Qantas to reroute flights in the area. China claims that its military exercises are being conducted in accordance with international law, yet both countries are closely monitoring the situation due to concerns about potential live-fire drills. The Chinese fleet, which includes frigates and supply tankers, was initially reported to be 340 nautical miles off the coast of New South Wales but approached within 150 nautical miles of Sydney at one point. New Zealand’s Defense Minister Judith Collins expressed…
The private spacecraft Blue Ghost, operated by Firefly Aerospace and funded by NASA’s Commercial Moon Payload Services (CLPS), is conducting operations to prepare for its landing on the moon scheduled for March 2nd. The spacecraft recently captured impressive footage of the moon’s far side while transitioning to a lower orbit. The mission aims to deliver ten scientific instruments to study lunar heat flow, surface interactions, crustal electricity, and magnetic fields, while also conducting technical tests such as regolith sampling and radiation-resistant computing. A key highlight of the mission is planned for March 14th, when Blue Ghost will attempt to photograph…
Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ: CELH) recently announced its fourth-quarter results, reporting earnings of $0.14 per share on sales of $332 million. The company also revealed plans to acquire wellness brand Alani Nu for $1.65 billion, paying 2.8 times Alani Nu’s projected 2024 revenue of approximately $595 million. Following the acquisition news, CELH stock rose 35% in after-hours trading. Although Celsius experienced a 4.4% decrease in revenue for the fourth quarter, with North American sales down 6%, international sales surged by 39%. The company’s gross profit margin improved to 50.2%, and its adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 18.9%. The anticipated acquisition of…
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama’s season has been cut short due to a diagnosis of a blood clot in his right shoulder, specifically deep venous thrombosis. The Spurs are optimistic about his recovery as he begins treatment. Wembanyama, a first-time All-Star and the NBA’s leading shot-blocker, has had a historic season, averaging 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, and 3.8 blocks per game. His absence will be felt deeply by the team, as noted by teammate Chris Paul, who emphasized Wembanyama’s impact beyond basketball. The medical staff became concerned after Wembanyama reported unusual sensations in his arm. Acting director Mitch Johnson…
A recent study highlights the accelerating melting of glaciers worldwide due to climate change, indicating that glaciers are now shrinking more than twice as fast as they were in the early 2000s. From 2000 to 2011, glaciers lost ice at a rate of approximately 255 billion tons per year, but this rate increased to about 346 billion tons per year over the next decade and reached a record loss of 640 billion tons in 2023. In total, glaciers have lost over 7 trillion tons of ice since 2000. Alaska is reported as the fastest melting region, losing around 67 billion…
The FBI’s Houston office reported the arrest of two teenage girls, aged 15 and 16, suspected of plotting a school attack involving a pipe bomb and a gun. Law enforcement acted swiftly, apprehending the girls shortly after receiving information about the threat, which was linked to an online communication between the students. One of the girls was from outside the school district and was arrested on unrelated charges. This incident underscores the growing effectiveness of anonymous reporting systems (ARSS) in K-12 schools, which have been utilized by over 50% of schools in the U.S. to receive tips about potential threats.…
Quantum computing has gained significant attention recently as a potential frontier in high technology, spurred by the increasing demand for advanced computing power due to the AI boom. While the technology is still developing and its full potential is yet to be realized, experts are debating when practical applications will emerge, with NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang predicting it could take 15-30 years before practical quantum systems are available. In contrast, Dr. Alan Baratz from D-Wave Quantum challenges this timeline, suggesting advancements are already happening. Investors had shown enthusiasm for quantum technology, especially after a major breakthrough announcement about a new quantum…
Airbus has announced a €300 million ($314 million) charge for its space project as it engages in discussions with Italian company Leonardo and French company Thales Alenia about potentially combining their satellite operations. This decision follows a program review indicating that additional costs were expected. For 2024, Airbus’s overall costs for its space business are projected to reach €1.3 billion, following a €900 million charge taken in June. Airbus has faced challenges in accurately assessing technology risks in its satellite program, which contributed to the additional charges. CEO Guillaume Faury emphasized a more selective approach to contracts moving forward and…
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama has been diagnosed with a blood clot in his right shoulder, specifically deep vein thrombosis, and will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 NBA season. The announcement came just before the team was set to face the Phoenix Suns. Wembanyama received the diagnosis after returning from the All-Star Game and is expected to receive treatment that thins the blood, making it unsafe for him to participate in contact sports. Despite this setback, both Wembanyama and the Spurs remain optimistic about his long-term health and recovery for the next season. He has had an impressive…