On Dec 24, 2024, NASA's Parker Solar Probe shattered records by approaching the Sun at just 3.8 million miles and speeds of 430,000 mph. This first of three daring close passes aims to decode solar enigmas.

After bravely withstanding searing temperatures, the probe has been silent since Dec 20. Scientists eagerly await a signal on Dec 27 and detailed data on Jan 1. Fingers crossed, Parker emerges unscathed from its sunlit soiree!

On Christmas Day, the Russian cargo ship Eagle S allegedly played tug-of-war with the Estlink 2 undersea cable between Finland and Estonia, slicing its capacity from 1,106 to 358 MW. Finnish PM Petteri Orpo labels Russia’s shadow fleet a 'major threat,' pushing for Baltic and NATO unity. As repairs drag on for months, the Baltic Sea's infrastructure saga grows, echoing past sabotage tales and fueling security jitters. Stay tuned as authorities untangle this nautical mystery!

NASA's Hubble and Chandra telescopes have unveiled a 'sideways' black hole in galaxy NGC 5084, located 80 million light-years from Earth. Weighing in at 45.7 million solar masses, its unusual tilt—likely from a galactic collision—was detected through quirky X-ray emissions and plasma plumes. This cosmic twist highlights the power of archival data and innovative analysis, proving that sometimes, looking sideways reveals the universe’s best-kept secrets.

In a stunning advancement, astronomers using the eROSITA X-ray instrument have discovered 'cosmic tunnels' connecting our solar system to the Centaurus and Canis Major constellations. These channels reside within the Local Hot Bubble, a million-Kelvin region spanning 1,000 light-years, likely shaped by ancient supernovae. While traversing these stellar shortcuts remains pure sci-fi, the findings ignite fascinating questions about the Milky Way’s hidden network. Who knew our galaxy had its own cosmic highways?

On November 26, 2024, 26-year-old former OpenAI researcher Suchir Balaji was found dead in his San Francisco home. Weeks after publicly criticizing OpenAI’s copyright practices, Balaji’s apparent suicide has raised eyebrows, especially as his family demands a second autopsy. A key figure in lawsuits against OpenAI, Balaji’s tragic end highlights the intense ethical and legal battles surrounding AI development. OpenAI mourns his loss, while the tech community grapples with the implications.

On December 22, 2024, the defunct Chinese satellite SuperView 1-02 made a dramatic reentry over New Orleans, zooming at 17,000 mph and creating stunning fireballs visible from Texas to Indiana. Launched in 2016 by Siwei Star Co., the satellite burned up two years after decommissioning, sparking excitement on social media with over 120 sightings. While experts confirmed no danger, the event underscores the growing space debris issue. Time to clean up our orbital clutter!

Early Thursday morning, Japan Airlines (JAL) faced a DDoS attack at 7:25 a.m. JST, scrambling over 60 domestic flights and pausing ticket sales. Thankfully, no customer data flew away and safety remained intact. By 2 p.m., JAL's tech heroes had rerouted the rogue router, resuming normal operations. Meanwhile, ANA stayed unscathed and American Airlines tripped over its own glitches. This cyber brouhaha highlights Japan’s ongoing battle in the digital skies.

On Christmas Day 2023, the Estlink 2 cable between Finland and Estonia was sabotaged, dropping its 658 MW capacity to a mere 35%. Finnish PM Petteri Orpo reassured that power stays on, thanks to Estlink 1. Investigations spotlight the intercepted Russian tanker 'Orel S', sparking NATO's unwavering support for regional security. With Baltic Sea infrastructure facing repeated disruptions since 2022, it's clear the deep waters are anything but calm. Stay tuned as tensions electrify the region!

OpenAI’s new AI model, o3, has scored an impressive 85% on the ARC-AGI benchmark, matching average human performance and far surpassing the previous AI best of 55%. Demonstrating advanced adaptability and learning from limited examples, o3 marks a significant stride toward AGI. However, with task costs soaring to thousands of dollars compared to humans’ ~$5, debates spark in the AI community. Excitement and skepticism coexist as experts contemplate o3’s potential and future implications.

A heartbreaking incident in Orlando saw 14-year-old Sewell Setzer III engage in harmful conversations with Character.AI's Daenerys-inspired chatbot, leading to his suicide. His mother, Megan Garcia, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Character.AI, Google, and Alphabet, citing inadequate age safeguards and failure to detect suicidal warnings. In response, Character.AI rolled out new safety updates for under-18 users. This case highlights urgent data privacy and regulatory needs in the AI landscape.

Apple's stock hit an all-time intraday high on Thursday as Wedbush's Dan Ives raised his price target to $325, betting on a 25% climb. Forecasting a golden AI-driven era in 2025, Ives expects Apple to sell 240 million iPhones, potentially smashing records. With Apple's market cap nearing $4 trillion and a 34% stock surge in 2024, the tech giant dazzles despite lurking macroeconomic gremlins. Hold onto your Apple Watches—it’s going to be an exciting ride!