A Pennsylvania Department of Health investigation confirmed norovirus as the cause of illnesses affecting dozens of people who visited or worked at Faccia Luna, a State College restaurant. The restaurant was closed for three days after most staff and customers fell ill with gastrointestinal symptoms. At least 40 individuals reported becoming sick with symptoms such … Read more
A gunman suspected of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson took a bus ride to New York before the crime and used a fake driver’s license to check into an Upper West Side hostel. Authorities found smiling photos of the man, believed to be the suspect, that revealed his identity when he lowered his mask … Read more
After a 20-year absence, popular Mexican restaurant chain Chi-Chi’s is set to make its comeback. The first new location is slated to open in Minnesota in 2025, with plans to expand to other areas nationwide. Michael McDermott, son of co-founder Marno McDermott, will oversee the revival and aims to recreate the original feel with a … Read more
The holiday season is upon us, but one celestial event outshines them all – the Geminid meteor shower. Nicknamed the “900-pound gorilla of meteor showers,” this annual spectacle boasts massive dust streams that dwarf others, making it easier to spot shooting stars. Active from November 19 to December 24, the Geminids peak on the night … Read more
A surge in walking pneumonia cases is being reported by doctors in the Triangle region of North Carolina, particularly among children. Dr. Daniel Park, Medical Director of UNC Hospitals’ Children’s Emergency Department, attributes this to a lack of vaccination for respiratory viruses as winter approaches. Unlike previous seasons, the number of COVID-19 and flu cases … Read more
A new study suggests that the first ice-free day in the Arctic Ocean may occur before 2030. This prediction is based on climate models and data from the past few decades. The Arctic has been warming at a faster rate than other regions due to rising global temperatures. As the ice melts, it exposes darker … Read more
High-tech manufacturing is a crucial part of Oregon’s economy, but few people know about the inner workings of companies like Intel. The state’s largest technology firm operates a highly secretive facility in Hillsboro, where technicians work under specialized equipment to create tiny circuitry that powers computers and the internet. Behind the scenes, workers dressed in … Read more
A popular website experienced a crash yesterday due to an overwhelming surge in traffic, resulting in a “429 Too Many Requests” error message for users. The issue was caused by a sudden spike in visitors, which overwhelmed the website’s infrastructure. The problem was reported on social media and affected thousands of users who attempted to … Read more
The average ticket price for Saturday’s SEC Championship between Georgia and Texas has surged to $700, according to TickPick and Front Office Sports. The get-in price is significantly higher than the $15 price tag for last year’s Big Ten Championship. Georgia and Texas are set to face off with a likely first-round bye in the … Read more
US lawmakers have criticized the government’s new chip sanctions against China, alleging that loopholes still allow Chinese semiconductor makers to access advanced technology. The new export rules aim to restrict the development of chipmaking tools in China, but critics argue that they do not provide sufficient safeguards. The main drawback of the new rules is … Read more