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Tesla just increased its capex to B. Here’s where the money is going.

Tesla just increased its capex to $25B. Here’s where the money is going.

Published by skeptic

Tesla CEO Elon Musk kicked off the company’s first-quarter earnings call with a monetary heads-up — or depending on the mindset of the investor, a warning. Tesla’s capital expenditures will skyrocket to $25 billion in 2026, far outpacing its previous annual spend as it races to stay ahead of the competition and transitions to an AI and robotics company, according to its first-quarter earnings report. That figure, which covers what Tesla plans to spend on physical assets outside of its day-to-day operating expenditures, is three times higher than its annual capex budget in previous years. For comparison, Tesla’s annual capital expenditures were $8.5 billion in 2025, $11.3 billion in 2024, and $8.9 billion in 2023. Tesla had announced in January that it expected capital expenditures to be in excess of $20 billion in 2026, already a substantial increase meant to cover its AI initiatives, including investments in compute infrastructure and data centers, and the expansion and ramp of its manufacturing and R&D production lines, among other items. This $5 billion uptick suggests these initiatives will …

Everyday infections, not vaccines, are linked to an increased risk of childhood stroke

Everyday infections, not vaccines, are linked to an increased risk of childhood stroke

Published by José Betancourt

Childhood stroke is a rare but serious medical event, and recent evidence suggests that everyday illnesses might increase the risk of it occurring. A recent study published in Neurology indicates that children who experience an infection have a higher chance of suffering a stroke shortly afterward, while recent vaccinations show no such association. These findings highlight the importance of infection prevention to help protect the vascular health of young people. Strokes happen when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel bursts. While strokes in adults are often tied to conditions like high blood pressure or high cholesterol, children who experience strokes usually do not have these standard risk factors. Instead, childhood strokes tend to stem from genetic diseases, heart defects, or blood clotting disorders. Scientists are increasingly looking into the role of infections as a potential trigger for these events. Previous small scale studies pointed to a possible link between childhood stroke and common illnesses, like respiratory infections. However, comprehensive data tracking entire populations over several years has been lacking. …

High sugar intake is linked to increased odds of depression and anxiety in new study

High sugar intake is linked to increased odds of depression and anxiety in new study

Published by José Betancourt

A recent study published in the journal Health Science Reports has found that consuming high amounts of sugar and sugary drinks tends to be linked with a higher chance of experiencing depression and anxiety. By examining the dietary habits and mental health of adults, scientists found that specific types of sugar might play unique roles in mood disorders. The findings suggest that reducing sugar intake could be a modest but helpful step in supporting public mental health. Sugar is a simple carbohydrate that the body uses for quick energy. It is found naturally in whole foods like fruits and milk, but it is also added in large quantities to processed foods and beverages. As global consumption of added sugars continues to rise, scientists are working to understand how this dietary trend affects human health. Heavy sugar intake is already known to increase the risk of physical conditions like heart disease and diabetes. However, its direct connection to mental health conditions like depression and anxiety is less understood. Diet is a major lifestyle factor that can …

Higher testosterone linked to increased suicide risk in depressed teenage boys

Higher testosterone linked to increased suicide risk in depressed teenage boys

Published by José Betancourt

Higher testosterone levels in male teenagers suffering from depression are linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors according to recent research. The findings suggest that blood tests evaluating hormone levels might one day help doctors identify which teenage boys are at the greatest risk of self-harm. The research was published in the journal BMC Psychiatry. Rates of depression and suicide among teenagers have been climbing steadily over the past decade. The problem presents a major public health challenge because doctors currently lack objective biological markers to predict which young people are most likely to consider or attempt suicide. Medical professionals typically rely on interviews, questionnaires, and self-reported symptoms to assess safety. These subjective methods can sometimes miss hidden warning signs if a patient is reluctant to share their true feelings. Researchers have long debated whether sex hormones might play a role in the biology of depression and suicide. Evaluating testosterone levels has produced mixed results over years of scientific inquiry. Many past investigations grouped adults and teenagers together or did not account …

People with cannabis disorder do not seem to pay increased attention to pictures of cannabis

People with cannabis disorder do not seem to pay increased attention to pictures of cannabis

Published by José Betancourt

A study of individuals with cannabis use disorder in Australia did not find evidence that they pay more attention to pictures of cannabis compared to individuals not suffering from that disorder. The paper was published in Comprehensive Psychiatry. Cannabis use disorder is a mental health condition characterized by a problematic pattern of cannabis use that leads to significant impairment or distress. It occurs when a person continues using cannabis despite experiencing negative consequences in daily life. Individuals with this disorder may have difficulty controlling how often or how much cannabis they use. They may spend a lot of time obtaining, using, or recovering from the effects of cannabis. Another common feature is craving, which refers to a strong desire or urge to use the substance. People with cannabis use disorder tend to also develop tolerance, meaning they need larger amounts of cannabis to achieve the same effects. Some individuals experience withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, sleep problems, or reduced appetite when they stop using cannabis. The disorder can interfere with responsibilities at work, school, or …

Security Increased at 2026 Oscars Amid FBI Alert About Iran Attack

Security Increased at 2026 Oscars Amid FBI Alert About Iran Attack

Published by Daniella Wilson

Oscars producers have promised that they “want everybody to feel safe and protected” at the 2026 Academy Awards on Sunday amid reports of an FBI alert about Iran‘s plan to attack California with drones. During a press conference on Wednesday, days before Hollywood’s biggest night at the Dolby Theatre, Oscars telecast executive producers Katy Mullan and Raj Kapoor said the ceremony will have increased security. “We have the support of the FBI and the LAPD, and it’s a close collaboration,” Kapoor said. “This show has to run like clockwork. But we want everybody that is coming to this show, that is witnessing the show, that is even a fan of the show when they’re standing outside the barricades, we want everybody to feel safe and protected and welcome, so it’s our job as a producing team to make sure that that translates.” The Hollywood Reporter has reached out to the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for comment, but did not hear back at the time of publication. While security will …

Undigested fruit sugar is linked to increased anxiety and inflammation

Undigested fruit sugar is linked to increased anxiety and inflammation

Published by José Betancourt

A recent study published in the journal Brain Behavior and Immunity reveals that an inability to properly digest fruit sugar is linked to increased anxiety and body-wide inflammation. The research suggests that unabsorbed fructose alters the community of bacteria in the digestive tract, which then triggers immune responses that can affect the brain. These discoveries offer new insights into how our modern, sugar-heavy diets might be influencing our mental health. Historically, human beings consumed very small amounts of fructose daily. This sugar was primarily obtained from seasonal fruits and honey. Today, modern food processing has made fructose incredibly abundant, and people now consume large amounts of this sugar through sodas, sweets, and processed foods. The human digestive system relies on specific transport proteins to absorb fructose into the bloodstream. Think of these transporters as specialized doorways lining the small intestine. These doorways can only let a limited amount of sugar through at one time. When someone consumes more fructose than their intestinal doorways can handle, the excess sugar continues moving down the digestive tract. It …

New research links on-again, off-again relationships to increased psychological and physical symptoms

New research links on-again, off-again relationships to increased psychological and physical symptoms

Published by José Betancourt

Getting back together with an ex might feel like a second chance at love, but a recent study suggests that a pattern of breaking up and making up can act as a chronic stressor that takes a toll on mental and physical health. Published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, the research provides evidence that the stress generated by on-again, off-again relationships compounds over time. This compounding tension indirectly leads to increased psychological and physical symptoms for the partners involved. Relationship cycling, defined as breaking up and renewing a romantic partnership at least once, is highly common. Approximately two thirds of adults have experienced at least one cyclical relationship in their lifetime. Past studies indicate that partners in these unstable dynamics tend to report lower relationship satisfaction and engage in more negative behaviors compared to stably coupled individuals. Despite the widespread assumption that breaking up and getting back together is distressing, there has been limited direct evidence linking this specific pattern to chronic relational stress. The scientists wanted to establish a clearer connection …

Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more face increased Ofcom regulation

Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more face increased Ofcom regulation

Published by Daniella Wilson

The biggest video-on-demand services are set to face “enhanced regulation” from UK media regulator Ofcom, putting them under the same scrutiny as traditional broadcasters under new legislation. Streaming platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and catch-up services ITVX and Channel 4, will have to follow the watchdog’s rules relating to accurate and impartial news reporting and harmful and offensive material. The UK government said that the new legislation will apply to video-on-demand services that have more than 500,000 UK subscribers, which will be designated a “Tier 1” service and have to follow a new VoD standards code – similar to the Broadcasting Code followed by established broadcasters. VoD services provided by the BBC such as BBC iPlayer will initially remain exempt, and will continue to be regulated under the the Broadcasting Code via the BBC Framework Agreement, though they will be brought under the new regulatory regime in due course. Ofcom will have the power to accept and investigate viewer complaints, and take action where it sees a breach of the code, as it currently …