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1. What happened? Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, officially acquired X (formerly Twitter) in a deal valuing X at $33 billion. This move consolidates Musk’s AI and social media ventures under one roof. 2. Why did he do that? Musk wants to combine user data, AI models, computing power, and distribution. X will now act as both a data source and distribution platform for xAI’s tools - especially its chatbot, Grok. 3. What’s the total value of this new combo? Musk claims the combined valuation is $113 billion: • xAI: $80B • X: $33B (excluding $12B in debt) 4. Who benefits from this deal? • Musk: He gains tighter control over both firms. • Investors: Prince Alwaleed (Saudi Arabia) says his holdings could be worth up to $5 billion post-merger. • Debt buyers: Banks that financed the $13B Twitter acquisition sold the debt recently, likely at a profit. 5. Was this expected? Sort of. Musk had already blurred the lines between the two companies. One anonymous investor said the firms had been “ collaborating closely ” before the formal merger. 6. Any regulatory pushback? No official word yet, but details on governance, leadership integration, and regulatory scrutiny remain unclear. 7. How does this affect Grok and xAI? Grok, xAI’s chatbot, now benefits from: • Real-time user data from X • A massive AI supercluster (“Colossus”) in Memphis • An edge in distribution over rivals like OpenAI or DeepSeek 8. What’s the status of Musk’s feud with OpenAI? • Musk offered $97.4B to acquire OpenAI - rejected. • He’s suing OpenAI to stop it from becoming a for-profit. • A judge recently denied his injunction request. 9. How are brands reacting to X post-Musk? Initially, many fled due to workforce cuts and content moderation issues, but recently some have returned, partly due to Musk’s influence in Trump’s administration. 10. What’s the most surprising part of this story? That banks held Musk’s $13B Twitter debt for two years and only just sold it - now that AI hype and X’s financials have improved.

The famous Canadian singer, Justin Bieber, has recently made shocking revelations about his anger issues and inner struggles. In a series of messages posted on social media, the "Ghost" singer opened up, sharing with his fans his difficulties in managing his emotions. "I want to grow and not react as much" Justin Bieber, 31, admitted to having anger management problems, accompanying his message with a disillusioned emoji. This confession comes amid growing concerns for his mental and physical health, as the artist has shared several images of himself in moments of vulnerability, alone or smoking. A Battle Against Himself Justin Bieber also seems to be questioning his authenticity. "I think I sometimes hate myself when I feel like I'm starting to become inauthentic," he confessed in another message, accompanied by a video of him playing music. "I then remind myself that we're all made to believe we're not good enough, but I still hate it when I change to please others." Strong words that have been praised by his fans, happy to see their idol being so honest. "When you create, you're in your element and you live your absolute truth, it's magical to see!"  wrote one user. "We can't wait to see you back, Justin,"  commented another.

Imagine this: a busy street, everything normal, and suddenly - a massive hole opens up, swallowing everything in its path… That's exactly what happened on Monday in Seoul , when a motorcyclist tragically lost his life after the road collapsed beneath him! The incident took place at 6:30 PM on one of the busiest streets in the South Korean capital. A car narrowly avoided falling into the pit, but the motorcyclist who followed wasn't so lucky. Despite heroic rescue efforts, he was found buried under 90 cm of debris , still wearing his helmet and motorcycle boots, after 17 hours of desperate searching . What caused this? Ongoing subway construction, but authorities are leaving no stone unturned… A full investigation will be conducted to determine if the construction played a role in this tragedy. A rare, horrific accident: fewer than 200 sinkholes of this kind occur each year in South Korea, but this one will leave a lasting impact.

In a shocking  move to address the labor shortage, Florida is considering putting children to work  to replace undocumented migrants. Ron DeSantis , the state's governor, is pushing a bill that would allow teenagers to work night shifts  even on school days. A throwback  to the old days when young people were exploited without mercy. Faced with the employment crisis, Florida proposes a radical  solution: allowing children as young as 14 to work night shifts. A shock for families  and a regression  for children's rights. Ron DeSantis  defends this measure by claiming it addresses the labor shortage, without considering the moral implications. A controversial project The Florida Legislature has already passed this bill in committee. If the text is adopted, teenagers will be able to work night shifts on school days, a revolution  that could disrupt the lives of thousands of young people. Extreme measures  to address a worsening employment crisis. Facilitating youth employment is not new in Florida. In 2024, a law already allowed 16 and 17-year-olds who are homeschooled to work at any time of the day. But this time, Florida is going even further  by removing work time restrictions for 14 and 15-year-olds and guaranteed meal breaks for 16 and 17-year-olds. Unscrupulous employers With these signals from the authorities, some employers have not waited to exploit  children like adults. The number of child labor violations in Florida has almost tripled  in recent years, according to U.S. Department of Labor statistics relayed by CNN.

In a nutshell One of the world's foremost JFK assassination experts believes that the newly released government files do not challenge the narrative that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone . However, another expert argues that the documents reveal the CIA had Oswald under close surveillance before the assassination, raising questions about the agency's competence or complicity . Researchers are still analyzing the 77,000 pages of documents to uncover more details about the assassination and the CIA's covert operations. Read more: USA Today

In a nutshell Growing up, a man named John Smith knew his grandfather as a serious academic who wrote books on pre-Civil War presidents and traveled the world in his younger years. However, he recently discovered that his grandfather had been a U.S. government asset, feeding Soviet-era intelligence to the CIA . Indeed, the Trump administration's release of over 77,000 pages related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy revealed the identities of many people who worked with clandestine services, including John Smith's grandfather. Read more: MSN

In a nutshell “Snow White,” Disney says, made $43 million this weekend over four days. With a $250 million budget, that’s a mini disaster for the Mouse House. But modernizing the story, cutting songs like “Someday My Prince Will Come,” and so on, plus controversies about everything, were a turn off to audiences. Read more: NBC News

In a nutshell Senior tax officials are predicting a decrease of more than 10 percent in tax receipts by the April 15 deadline due to changing taxpayer behavior and rapid reductions at the IRS under the Trump administration. The administration has fired nearly 20,000 agency employees , leading to a reduction in investigations of high-value corporations and taxpayers. Experts believe this drop in revenue could force the government to borrow more money to cover the costs of federal services. Read more: MSN

In a nutshell Pope Francis was released from the hospital on Sunday after battling severe pneumonia for 38 days , which threatened his life twice . He will need at least two months of rest and rehabilitation at the Vatican, avoiding large gatherings and exertion. Despite the severity of his condition, he has shown steady improvement and is expected to eventually resume his normal activities. Read more: AP News

Since returning to office in January 2025, President Donald Trump has taken a tougher stance on Venezuela, reversing many of the Biden-era policies that aimed at easing tensions. 1. Crackdown on Maduro’s Regime Trump reinstated sanctions on Venezuela’s oil sector, targeting President Nicolás Maduro’s government, which Trump continues to label as illegitimate and authoritarian. He accuses Maduro of cracking down on opposition figures and undermining democratic processes. 2. Rollback of Biden’s Relaxations The Biden administration had loosened some sanctions in exchange for democratic commitments from Caracas (like holding free elections), but Trump has reversed this, citing Venezuela’s failure to follow through on those promises. 3. National Security and Anti-Socialism Messaging Trump is also using Venezuela to amplify his anti-socialist rhetoric, positioning his policies as tough on authoritarian regimes and protecting American interests abroad. 4. Immigration Concerns He argues that instability in Venezuela leads to increased migrant flows to the U.S., which he frames as a national security issue. As a result, he’s pushing for tighter immigration controls on Venezuelans and others coming from crisis-hit countries.

1. What has a new study just revealed? Young people (under 50) who use cannabis are 6.2 times more likely to suffer a heart attack compared to non-users. 😫 2. What other heart risks are associated with cannabis? • 4.3 times more likely to have an ischemic stroke • 2 times more likely to develop heart failure 3. How reliable is this data? The study surveyed over 4.6 million people, excluding those with common heart risk factors like diabetes, tobacco use, or hypertension. 🩺 4. Do researchers know exactly how cannabis affects the heart? Not yet. But it may increase blood pressure and heart rate, damaging blood vessels and possibly leading to clots and heart attacks. 🧑‍⚕️ 5. Is smoking cannabis as risky as smoking tobacco? According to some experts, yes. Both can damage blood vessels, raise the risk of heart disease, and lead to stroke or heart attacks. 6. Are these findings consistent with previous studies? Yes. Other studies, like one in the Journal of the American Heart Association, also link cannabis (especially inhaled) to cardiovascular problems. 7. What do researchers recommend for now? Until more conclusive data is available, users - especially younger ones - should moderate their use and be cautious. 🚬 8. Who led the new study? Dr. Ahmed Mahmoud from Boston University, using data from 53 health care organizations via the TriNetX network. 9. Is the risk the same for all users? The highest risks are associated with inhaled cannabis (smoking), but researchers still need more data to understand all usage methods. 10. Bottom line? Cannabis may not be harmless for your heart. If you’re under 50 and using it regularly, it’s worth reconsidering your habits.

1. Why is the Pentagon launching an investigation? To find out who leaked sensitive information about Elon Musk’s visit to the Pentagon, especially claims that he was going to receive a top secret military briefing. 2. What triggered the controversy? A New York Times report claimed Musk would be briefed on U.S. military plans related to China. Given Musk’s ties with China, this raised security concerns. 3. Did Elon Musk get a classified briefing? No. Both President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied any such plan. Trump said he wouldn’t risk sharing secrets with Musk due to potential conflicts of interest. 4. How did Elon Musk react? Musk publicly demanded that Pentagon officials spreading “maliciously false information” be prosecuted. 5. What’s involved in the Pentagon’s investigation? Polygraph (lie detector) tests will be used. A full report on unauthorized disclosures will be prepared and delivered to the Secretary of Defense. 6. Who is leading the investigation? Joe Kasper, chief of staff to Defense Secretary Hegseth, is overseeing the effort. 7. What is Musk’s role with the Pentagon? He’s heavily involved in defense contracts and recently visited the Pentagon to discuss innovation and cutting costs with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).