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Georgia parents’ $37m verdict cut to $2m, appeals court raises it to $3m

A couple in Georgia has triumphed in their legal battle, securing a $3 million judgment after an appeals court re-evaluated their son’s death case. This decision overturned a previous reduction of a $37 million jury award to just $2 million. Their son, who succumbed to stage-four Burkitt lymphoma, faced complications during his treatment. The court

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Why some hugs stay with us for years, according to study of 15,000 adults

A newly released study explored the emotional power of hugs and how they shape our memories. By surveying over 15,000 adults, researchers found that feelings of comfort, support, and connection heavily influenced these memories. The analysis revealed interesting gender differences in remembering hugs, highlighting that individuals with high empathy recalled emotionally significant experiences more vividly.

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Anthropic’s Daniela Amodei questions OpenAI’s Pentagon deal: Was it opportunistic

Daniela Amodei from Anthropic has raised concerns regarding OpenAI’s recent agreement with the Pentagon and its implications. She suggested that OpenAI may have seized an opportunistic moment while disregarding ethical principles. The disagreement stems from Anthropic’s refusal to allow military use of their AI technology, leading to significant tensions with OpenAI. Following this dispute, Anthropic

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Damaged da Vinci-linked painting bought for $1,175 in 2005 sold for $450m

In 2005, art dealers acquired Salvator Mundi for just $1,175, initially attributing it to an artist from Leonardo da Vinci’s circle. After extensive restoration and research, the painting was presented as a work by Leonardo in 2011. Its value soared dramatically, culminating in a record auction price of $450.3 million in 2017. The painting’s current

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Phones, laptops get costlier as memory prices rise; Sam Altman warns buyers

Smartphones, laptops and gaming consoles are getting costlier as a global memory chip shortage drives up DRAM and storage prices. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, speaking on the Cheeky Pint podcast, said running AI locally is a poor use of scarce memory that sits idle 95% of the time. Intel warned of a shrinking PC market

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Marco Simoncelli’s parents pay emotional tribute 15 years after his death

Fifteen years after Marco Simoncelli lost his life in a tragic MotoGP crash at Sepang, his parents, Paolo and Rossella, have shared an emotional tribute to their son. Ahead of the 2026 Malaysian Grand Prix, they posted pictures of the memorial plaque at the crash site with a message.

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From 3-0 to 87-run defeat! Phillips shatters India’s clean sweep dream

India had already taken an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series and were looking for another win. However, a record-breaking batting performance from Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell helped New Zealand pull off a massive victory. After winning the toss, India decided to bowl first. But the decision proved costly as the hosts smashed

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Punjab cop tests positive for drugs during anti-narcotics protest

A police officer named Sehajpreet Singh has been arrested for drug consumption during protests in Mansa. Residents found him in an unstable condition at ITI chowk, prompting their protests against him. Police conducted a dope test, confirming his drug use, but no drugs were recovered from him. The incident has led to unrest in Budhlada,

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Indiana woman wins fight to keep home after ex-partner’s brother seeks sale

In a legal victory, Gina Behny has maintained ownership of her house after a dispute with her ex-partner’s brother, Terry Curella. Purchasing the home in 1999 with help from her grandparents, Behny’s extensive investments over 25 years were key. The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court’s ruling, noting Behny’s substantial financial input against

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California court overturns husband’s $39,000 legal fee award filed too late

A California man who won a $39,000 legal-fee award against his wife during their divorce proceedings has lost it after an appeals court ruled that he filed his claim too late. The couple had settled their competing restraining order requests in January 2024, but the husband sought legal fees 14 months later. On Wednesday, the

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