Meghan Markle, the wife of Prince Harry, has faced criticism from a neighbor who claims she doesn’t give them time of day. Richard Mineards, who lives near the royal couple’s Montecito, California, home, stated that Meghan “doesn’t really go out or get involved with the community.” In contrast, Harry has said he enjoys living in … Read more
Russia has two strategically-important military facilities in Syria – the Hmeimim airbase in Latakia Province and the naval facility at Tartous on the coast. These facilities are crucial for Russia to project power in the region, across the Mediterranean and into Africa. Russian war bloggers have warned that the insurgents’ rapid advances threaten to undermine … Read more
Homes across the US have recruited Elphaba from “Wicked” to serve as Santa’s eyes and ears during the holiday season. The decision comes after a nationwide search for individuals with exceptional skills and experience in customer service, sales, and teamwork. Elphaba, known for her iconic role in “Wicked,” will work closely with local organizations to … Read more
Majority of Top 10 Car Brands Ranked Low in Reliability and Performance, Finds Study Source: https://www.9news.com/article/money/consumer/consumer-reports-2025-car-brands-report-card/73-a54f849b-6d49-47d6-81df-2933ee2fdfc0
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has found that a single mutation in the surface protein of the H5N1 influenza virus could make it easier for humans to become infected. The research, published in the journal Science, identified a specific mutation called Q226L that improves the ability of the virus … Read more
Chi-Chi’s, a Mexican restaurant chain that closed its doors 20 years ago, is planning a comeback next year after reaching an agreement with Hormel Foods. Michael McDermott, the son of one of the founders, will be able to use the Chi-Chi’s name on newly opened restaurants in 2025. Under the deal, Mr. McDermott plans to … Read more
Smartphone accessory brand Anker has issued a recall for three wireless speakers due to a fire risk. The affected devices include the Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker in black (model A3102016) and two PowerConf S3 Bluetooth Speakers (models A3302011 and A3302031). These speakers have faulty lithium-ion batteries that can overheat, posing a significant fire hazard. According to … Read more
British newspaper The Observer, over two centuries old, is set to be sold to digital media start-up Tortoise Media. The deal has been agreed upon by the boards of the Guardian Media Group and the Scott Trust, which owns The Guardian. However, journalists at both publications have expressed concerns about the sale, describing it as … Read more
In a stunning turn of events, President-elect Donald Trump has returned to Europe for the reopening ceremony of the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, marking his first trip back to the continent since his election win. Trump’s attendance at the historic event, which took place on the banks of the Seine, comes ahead of his scheduled … Read more
The Hubble Space Telescope has revealed stunning new details about one of the most famous quasars in the universe, 3C 273. Located 2.5 billion light-years away from Earth, this quasar is not only one of the closest but also one of the brightest and most studied objects in the cosmos. Quasars are massive galaxies powered … Read more