Author: OMN AI

Blue Origin has announced plans for a massive satellite internet network. The rocket company belongs to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Blue Origin said it will launch over 5,400 satellites into orbit. The project marks a major expansion of the company’s space operations. The network aims to provide continuous internet access across the globe. TeraWave Promises Fast, Global Connectivity The company named the system TeraWave. Blue Origin said the network will deliver uninterrupted internet service worldwide. It will also transfer enormous amounts of data at very high speeds. The company said TeraWave will outperform existing commercial satellite networks. Even after deployment,…

Plants growing close together can alert one another to environmental stress, helping nearby plants survive conditions that would otherwise cause serious damage. In experiments with thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana), researchers grew plants either alone or densely packed so their leaves touched. When exposed to intense light, isolated plants suffered severe damage, while crowded plants coped much better. Within an hour, densely grown plants activated more than 2,000 genes linked to protection against a wide range of stresses, whereas isolated plants showed little extra gene activity. The findings indicate that stressed plants send warning signals to neighbours. The study showed that…

Snap, the company behind Snapchat, has reached a settlement in a social media addiction lawsuit just before trial. The case was scheduled to start in Los Angeles. Lawyers announced the deal during a California Superior Court hearing. Snap later said all parties resolved the matter amicably. The terms of the settlement remain confidential. Other Tech Giants Still Face Court Other defendants include Meta, owner of Instagram, TikTok’s parent ByteDance, and Google’s parent company Alphabet. None have agreed to settle. The plaintiff, a 19-year-old woman identified as K.G.M., alleged that platform algorithms caused addiction and negatively affected her mental health. Because…

A new AI-powered tool may soon transform prenatal care in the United States, offering doctors a sharper eye to detect fetal abnormalities that traditional ultrasounds often miss. Smarter Ultrasounds in Real Time The FDA has cleared a software developed by BioticsAI, a U.S.-based start-up, for clinical use. Designed to work alongside existing ultrasound machines, the AI analyses images as they are captured, flagging potential issues and highlighting parts of the fetus that may need closer inspection. Prenatal ultrasounds are standard during pregnancy, giving healthcare providers a glimpse of the baby’s development. However, many structural problems affecting organs or limbs can…

Netflix has revised its $82.7bn (£61.5bn) offer for Warner Bros Discovery, switching to an all-cash deal in an effort to speed approval and head off a rival hostile bid from Paramount Skydance. The revised proposal keeps the same valuation of $27.75 per share but removes the shares component, a move the companies say simplifies the structure, provides greater certainty for investors and could allow a shareholder vote as early as April. The WBD board continues to unanimously recommend the Netflix deal. “Our revised all-cash agreement will enable an expedited timeline to a stockholder vote and provide greater financial certainty,” said…

Poland’s central bank has quietly built one of Europe’s largest gold stockpiles, lifting its bullion reserves to around 550 tonnes, worth more than €63 billion. For years, National Bank of Poland (NBP) president Adam Glapiński has argued that gold plays a crucial role in safeguarding the country’s financial stability, and recent moves show that belief is shaping policy in a big way. A Rapid Shift in Reserve Strategy Gold now makes up a far larger share of Poland’s foreign exchange reserves than it did just a year ago. In 2024, bullion accounted for about 16.9% of reserves. By the end…

Donald Trump said he will impose tariffs on European countries opposing his Greenland demand. He pledged to act “100%” on the threat. European allies immediately defended Greenland’s sovereignty. Denmark said no leader can force control through pressure. Denmark’s foreign minister rejected any form of coercion. He said Greenland’s status will not change. He stressed the territory remains part of the Danish kingdom. European leaders repeated that message in unified responses. European Leaders Draw a Clear Line UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper restated Britain’s position. She said only Greenlanders and Denmark can decide Greenland’s future. She rejected outside interference. Other Nato…

Canada and China have reached a historic trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs on electric vehicles and canola. The deal marks a major effort to restore economic and political relations between the two countries during Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Beijing. Officials said the agreement will lower costs for Canadian exports to China, particularly in the agriculture and automotive sectors. Canola producers and EV manufacturers are expected to benefit directly, boosting jobs and trade revenues in both nations. The trade reset comes after years of tension that affected bilateral commerce. By reducing tariffs, both countries signal a willingness…

Valentino Garavani, the celebrated Italian designer whose name became synonymous with elegance and glamour, has passed away at his home in Rome. Known for his signature “Valentino red” gowns and flawless tailoring, he spent decades dressing royalty, film stars, and high-profile figures, earning his place as the undisputed king of the red carpet. A Life Dedicated to Beauty and Elegance Valentino famously said, “I know what women want. They want to be beautiful.” His creations reflected this philosophy, blending sophistication with feminine charm. From Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’ lace wedding dress for her marriage to Aristotle Onassis to Julia Roberts’ vintage…

Scientists have developed a simple blood test that can predict how well a patient with breast cancer will respond to treatment, potentially allowing doctors to tailor therapy from the outset. The test analyses circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) – tiny fragments of cancer DNA shed into the bloodstream – using a liquid biopsy. In a study of 167 patients with advanced breast cancer, researchers found that low ctDNA levels before treatment, and again after just four weeks, were strongly linked to better responses and longer periods before the cancer progressed. Patients with low or undetectable ctDNA were far more likely to…