Astronaut Butch Wilmore confirmed Elon Musk's claim that the Biden administration blocked SpaceX's offer to rescue stranded NASA astronauts. Musk alleges the decision was politically motivated to avoid boosting his credibility.
Brad Sigmon, convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend's parents in 2001, is set to be executed by firing squad in South Carolina. This will be the first U.S. execution by firing squad in 15 years, a method rarely used since 1976.
Former Houston Mayor and newly elected Congressman Sylvester Turner passed away at 70. He was known for his decades of public service, leadership during crises, and strong advocacy for Houston.
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore will return to Earth after nine months in space, but only after their replacements arrive next week. Williams dismissed Elon Musk's suggestion to retire the ISS early, emphasizing its ongoing scientific value.
President Donald Trump honored 13-year-old Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel, a cancer patient, as the youngest honorary US Secret Service officer during his joint address to Congress.
Chinese actress Long Li Sha went missing after traveling to Shaanxi for a film shoot, raising concerns over her unusual behavior and inconsistent responses.
The 96th Academy Awards honored the best films and performances of the past year, with Oppenheimer dominating the night. Major wins included Best Picture, Best Director for Christopher Nolan, and Best Actor for Cillian Murphy, while Emma Stone won Best Actress for Poor Things.
Dwayne Johnson has reclaimed the top spot as the highest-paid actor of 2024, earning $88 million through major deals for Moana 2, Red One, and royalties.