Author: Adrian Garrett

The Detroit Lions have made the decision to part ways with cornerback Cameron Sutton following a warrant for alleged ‘Domestic Battery by Strangulation’. Despite the warrant being issued two weeks ago, Sutton had not turned himself in, prompting the team to take action. Sutton, who was signed to a lucrative three-year, $33 million deal last offseason, started all 17 games for the Lions in 2023. During his time on the field, he tallied six passes defended and one interception. The Lions have been proactive in bolstering their secondary this offseason through trades and signings, and the release of Sutton is…

Caitlin Clark makes history with third consecutive AP All-America team selection Caitlin Clark has solidified her place in women’s college basketball history by being named to The Associated Press All-America team for the third consecutive year. The Iowa standout becomes just the 11th player to achieve this honor three times, showcasing her exceptional talent and skill on the court. Joining Clark on the first team are impressive players such as Stanford’s Cameron Brink, UConn’s Paige Bueckers, and freshmen JuJu Watkins of USC and Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame. Watkins and Hidalgo make their mark as only the fourth and fifth…

In a strategic move to bolster its artificial intelligence efforts, Microsoft has announced the appointment of Mustafa Suleyman, a Google DeepMind cofounder, to lead its AI division. This restructuring, led by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, is seen as a direct response to competitors like Google in the AI space. Suleyman will be responsible for overseeing all of Microsoft’s consumer AI products and research, including popular services like Copilot, Bing, and Edge. This move comes after Suleyman left Google in 2022 to launch his own AI startup, Inflection AI, which successfully raised over $1 billion in funding last year. In a…

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore have uncovered a concerning issue surrounding the lack of accessibility to powerful weight loss medications for those who need them most. Despite the effectiveness of these drugs, barriers such as obtaining a prescription, finding a pharmacy with the medication in stock, and affording the expensive drugs are preventing many individuals from receiving this vital treatment. Presenting their findings at an American Heart Association meeting, Dr. Chiadi Ndumele emphasized the limited uptake of weight loss medications and the concerning implications this has for individuals struggling with obesity. A study of 18,000…

In a significant shift, the Bank of Japan is now data-dependent, no longer following a strict schedule for rate hikes. This change in their reaction function could have major implications for the foreign exchange market, potentially leading to increased volatility. One of the potential outcomes of this shift is a discouragement of investors from taking on more yen carry positions at weakened levels. Import inflation is also on the rise, with government subsidies that were previously suppressing inflation set to end on April 30. These insights were shared by Derek Halpenny, head of research at MUFG Bank, in a note…

In a surprising turn of events, Mike Pence, former Vice President under Donald J. Trump, announced on Fox News that he will not be endorsing Trump as the presumptive Republican presidential nominee. Pence stated that he “could not in good conscience” support Trump and indicated that he will not be endorsing him this year. However, he declined to reveal whether he would vote for Trump in the November election. Despite ruling out voting for Joe Biden and running for president as a third-party or independent candidate, Pence made it clear that he remains a Republican. This decision has raised eyebrows…

British filmmaker Alex Garland debuted his latest film “Civil War” at the prestigious SXSW festival, receiving praise for its thought-provoking portrayal of a near-future United States torn apart by civil war. The film imagines a scenario where Texas and California have seceded, leaving the rest of the country grappling with the aftermath. One of the unique aspects of the film is Garland’s decision not to offer a clear explanation for the conflict, opting instead to focus on a group of courageous journalists documenting the war. Drawing inspiration from his father, a political cartoonist, Garland wanted to highlight the importance of…

A Rare Comet’s Spectacular Return to the Skies After 70 Years Excitement is building among astronomers and stargazers alike as the comet 12P/Pons-Brooks makes its way around the inner region of the Solar System for the first time in over 70 years. At 30 kilometers across, this comet is comparable in size to Mount Everest and is one of the brightest known periodic comets. This rare celestial event is a treat for skywatchers, as the comet will be visible until April 21, 2024, with the best time for viewing towards the end of March. The comet can be seen with…

Remote work is becoming an increasingly popular choice for companies looking to provide more flexibility to their employees. According to recent statistics, the number of remote work opportunities has grown by 115% in the past decade, with an estimated 4.3 million employees working remotely at least half the time. Many companies have successfully transitioned to remote work models, including tech giants like Google and Facebook, as well as smaller companies like Buffer and Zapier. These companies have seen benefits such as increased productivity, cost savings on office space, and higher employee satisfaction. However, transitioning to remote work is not without…

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recently unveiled a new safety rating system for partial automated driving systems, with concerning results. Out of the 14 systems tested, none received an overall rating of “good,” with a staggering 11 systems being labeled as “poor” by IIHS. Notably, Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving version, as well as systems from Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, and BMW, all received a “poor” rating from IIHS. Despite this, Tesla CEO Elon Musk remains firm in his belief that a Tesla operating with Autopilot is safer than the U.S. average. In contrast, the top system tested…