The $6K designer coffee cup from Balenciaga

Today’s topics

• Tracking Taylor Swift’s Jet Is Over

• Tinder’s New Match? A Flirty AI Bot

• Crypto Billionaire Sends Crew on Polar Orbit Joyride

• NFL Changes the Game (Again)

• The $6K designer coffee cup from Balenciaga

  and more…

Tracking Taylor Swift’s Jet Is Over

The FAA just made it easier for private jet owners to stay under the radar. Starting now, aircraft owners can quickly request online to remove their names and addresses from the public registry. The change comes amid rising privacy concerns — and a wave of high-profile flight-tracking drama featuring celebrities like Elon Musk and Taylor Swift. Social media users have been using FAA data to monitor their every takeoff and touchdown. But now, if you’re flying private and prefer to keep it that way, the FAA has your back.

Gold Sets a New High — And It’s Not Shy About It

Gold just smashed its own record, soaring past $3,100 an ounce on Monday. That marks its strongest quarter since 1986 — yeah, back when perms ruled the world. What's driving the shine? Classic investor jitters: tariffs, inflation, and shaky markets. While analysts are tossing around terms like “resistance” and “pullback,” gold isn’t backing down. It's on a roll — and it knows it.

From Burritos to Billions

Steve Ells just wrapped up billionaire status. The man behind the very first Chipotle — which he launched in a former ice cream shop back in 1993 — has officially joined the Forbes billionaire club. Yep, burritos paid off big. While some fast-food execs might be wiping tears with taco wrappers, Ells is riding high. He led Chipotle until 2018, stuck around for a bit, then stepped away. Fast forward to now: Chipotle boasts 3,700+ locations, pulled in $11.3 billion last year, and ranks as the third largest restaurant chain globally. Only McDonald’s and Starbucks are ahead — but let’s be real, neither of them comes close on guac.

Tinder’s New Match? A Flirty AI Bot

Tinder just dropped an AI-powered experience called The Game Game (yep, that’s the actual name). It’s a practice round for your flirting skills — you charm fictional AI characters, and in return, they rate your lines with flame emojis. You talk, the bot reacts, and if your pickup game is cringe or chaotic, it’ll even offer feedback. Basically, it’s like having a robotic dating coach who isn’t afraid to roast you. Available only on iOS in the U.S. for now, but it’s clear Tinder’s hoping bots will make your love life a little less awkward.

Super Poop = Super Mice

French researchers gave mice a gut upgrade using poop from elite athletes — and the transformation was impressive. The mice became better at managing insulin and packed on more muscle glycogen, basically turning into mini fitness buffs. The secret? Athlete guts are loaded with powerhouse microbes like Prevotella copri that churn out short-chain fatty acids — the metabolic MVPs. It’s not about having more gut bugs; it’s about having the right ones. Published in Cell Reports, the study shows that elite guts don’t just fuel marathons — they might just level up other bodies too.

Crypto Billionaire Sends Crew on Polar Orbit Joyride

SpaceX just pulled off a spaceflight first — a journey circling both the North and South poles, all funded by a crypto mogul with serious cash to spare. The mission, dubbed Fram2, launched from Florida at 9:46 p.m. ET aboard a Crew Dragon capsule. It's the first human spaceflight to take a polar orbit path, making it more of a milestone in sentiment than science. The crew, connected to polar exploration, will spend 3 to 5 days floating in orbit before splashing down near California. Because when you’ve got crypto billions, why not add “circle the Earth” to your weekend plans?

Space Gets Personal: What Hubble Saw on Your Birthday

The Hubble Space Telescope, NASA’s cosmic powerhouse, has been scanning the universe since 1990, capturing stars, galaxies, and all things mysterious. And guess what? It was busy doing the same thing on your birthday. Want to see what the universe had in store on your special day? Enter your birthdate to find out what Hubble was observing when you were born.

Asteroid 2024 YR4 Alters Course: Now a Bigger Threat to the Moon

Asteroid 2024 YR4, initially identified in December 2024 with a 1-in-32 chance of impacting Earth in 2032, has shifted trajectory and now poses a 1-in-26 risk to the Moon on December 22, 2032. Measuring between 174 and 220 feet in diameter, its potential impact could be visible from Earth but is not expected to cause significant effects. Scientists continue to monitor its path, with detailed observations scheduled for early 2026. ​ Read more

Funding Cuts Threaten Climate-Resilient Farming Research

Publicly funded agricultural research in the U.S. is facing significant cuts, jeopardizing efforts to develop climate-resilient farming practices. Erin McGuire's lab at UC-Davis, known for innovations like drought-resistant crops, was among those affected, leading to halted projects and layoffs. Since 2002, U.S. investment in agricultural research has decreased by about $2 billion, while countries like China have increased their funding. This funding gap hampers innovation, potentially affecting food security and prices. ​Read more

Proposed EPA Cuts Raise Environmental Concerns

The Trump administration's proposed cuts to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) threaten ongoing environmental protection efforts, including the cleanup of the Hudson River. Riverkeeper, a non-profit environmental organization, warns that reduced funding and elimination of scientific staff could hinder vital projects like dam removal, which aids in flood mitigation and fish habitat restoration. These cuts have led to uncertainty among environmentalists, emphasizing the need for increased local community involvement to maintain environmental health. ​Read more

NFL Changes the Game (Again)

NFL owners just signed off on a fresh set of rule changes, including a significant adjustment to kickoffs. Starting in 2025, touchbacks will now land at the 35-yard line — a move expected to double the return rate. Gone are the days when coaches could rely on automatic touchbacks. The league saw a 43% drop in concussion rates during kickoffs last year and is focused on keeping the play alive without it becoming a collision fest. Additionally, replay assist got a boost, allowing officials to overturn calls on hits to defenseless players, face masks, horse collars, tripping, and roughing the kicker.

The $6K designer coffee cup from Balenciaga

Lauren Sanchez was recently seen with a $5,750 Balenciaga clutch designed to look like a to-go coffee cup. The internet's reaction? Not so hot. Fashion enthusiasts quickly labeled it “ridiculous,” “tacky,” and “trash-worthy.” Some even joked they’d accidentally toss it in the bin. Balenciaga’s at it again — from trash bag handbags to chip bag clutches, now it’s overpriced coffee cup couture.

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