The US flu season has started, with cases surging in several states, including Tennessee and Louisiana. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), lab tests and emergency room visits have seen sharp increases over the past few weeks. The CDC reported that 13 states experienced high or very high levels of flu-like … Read more
Party City, a New Jersey-based party supplies company, is planning to close all its stores in early February, more than a year after exiting bankruptcy. The company’s CEO, Barry Litwin, informed corporate employees that operations would be winding down immediately and today would be their last day of employment. Party City has struggled for years … Read more
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed H5 avian flu in two cats that died after drinking recalled raw milk from Raw Farm. The cats exhibited appetite loss, fever, and neurologic signs, which initially tested positive for influenza A. Other pets in the household are under quarantine. Investigations are ongoing into three … Read more
Colin Kelce’s podcast “Not Gonna Lie” has taken the top spot on Spotify and Apple podcasts, reflecting a shift towards more “mom stuff” content among listeners. In 2023, Joe Rogan held the most popular podcast in the US, with his interviews reaching tens of millions of listeners, mostly young men. Kelce’s show focuses on relatable … Read more
A mysterious flu-like illness affecting hundreds of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has turned out to be severe malaria potentially complicated by malnutrition and a viral infection, according to health officials. The World Health Organization (WHO) investigated alongside local authorities. The illnesses began in October, with over 592 cases reported as of … Read more
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has increased its holdings in Occidental Petroleum (OXY) and SiriusXM Holdings (SIRI). According to regulatory filings, the investment firm bought 8.9 million shares of OXY and 5.0 million shares of SIRI between Monday and Wednesday this week. The purchases came as both companies hit their lowest levels of 2024 on Friday. … Read more
Washington D.C. had hoped to seize control of the federal land surrounding RFK Stadium this year, but plans are now on hold due to a stalemate in Congress over government funding. The legislation aimed to transfer ownership of the 92-acre site from the National Park Service to the District, sparking widespread excitement among locals and … Read more
Amazon’s new game show “Beast Games” has arrived with a cloud of controversy surrounding its contestant treatment and compensation. The show’s creator, MrBeast, has faced lawsuits from contestants alleging widespread mistreatment, inadequate pay, and emotional distress. Despite this, the show’s popularity could potentially overshadow the scandal. The parallels between “Beast Games” and other reality competition … Read more
The Seattle Seahawks are set to face the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday with their leading rusher, Kenneth Walker III, back in action after missing two games due to a calf injury. Walker had become a major concern for the team this week following quarterback Geno Smith’s comments that he expects to play. Walker participated fully … Read more
The government of Bashar Assad has fallen in Syria after 50 years of tyranny and repression, marking a significant shift in the region’s geopolitics. The collapse was facilitated by a combination of factors, including Israel’s military action against Hezbollah, Russia’s withdrawal from Syrian support, and Turkey’s involvement with its radical militia group Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham. … Read more