California Valley Fever Cases Spike 100% Year Over Year

Valley fever cases have risen statewide in California, with some areas experiencing a staggering 100% year-over-year increase, according to data from the California Department of Public Health. The disease, caused by inhaling fungal spores found in soil, can lead to symptoms like cough, fever, and difficulty breathing, even in severe cases. Most Valley fever cases … Read more

Website Down Due to Excessive Traffic

A website experienced an unexpected downtime due to a surge in traffic, resulting in a “429 Too Many Requests” error message. This technical issue occurs when a server receives more requests than it can handle within a certain timeframe. The problem is usually caused by a sudden and significant increase in visitors, often due to … Read more

FDA Approves First Medication for Sleep Apnea Treatment

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Eli Lilly’s weight-loss drug Zepbound to treat sleep apnea, a serious breathing disorder that affects millions. This marks the first medication specifically designed for certain patients with this condition, offering new hope for those struggling with it. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2024/12/20/fda-approves-zepbound-sleep-apnea

Last-Minute Christmas Shopping Hours Revealed

Christmas shopping is just around the corner, but what if you forgot an essential ingredient or need a stocking stuffer? Don’t worry, you’re in luck! While many national grocery stores are closed on Christmas Day, some will be open for a limited time. Here’s a list of stores that will be open on Christmas Eve … Read more

Bitcoin Surge Drives Mining Gear Prices Up 30%

Bitcoin’s recent surge has led to a significant increase in prices for mining equipment, with buyers flocking to Hong Kong as a key export hub. The price of the Antminer S21 335T, a mining device, has risen by 30% to $5,600, driven by high demand from countries like Russia, the US, and Canada. The surge … Read more

Josh Allen Suffers Hand Injury, Leaves Game but Recovers Quickly

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen suffered a hand injury during Week 16’s matchup against the New England Patriots. The extent of the injury was unclear until after the game when Allen explained that he had hit his right hand on something and lost feeling in it. Despite struggling, Allen completed several passes and helped lead … Read more

Israeli Spies Describe Using Exploding Pagers Against Hezbollah

Two senior Israeli intelligence agents, who spoke with CBS “60 Minutes” under disguise, revealed details about a deadly operation targeting Hezbollah militants in Lebanon and Syria using exploding pagers and walkie-talkies. The operation began 10 years ago, initially using walkie-talkies with hidden explosives, which Hezbollah unknowingly bought from Israel. The plan, codenamed “Phase Two,” used … Read more

Zuckerberg Clarifies Hawaii Bunker Claims

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg addressed claims of a massive bunker beneath his Hawaii compound, Koolau Ranch. Speaking with Bloomberg, he downplayed the significance of the 5,000-square-foot shelter, calling it “just like a little shelter” and stating that the idea was “blown out of proportion.” Zuckerberg said the facility is actually designed for ranching and self-sufficiency, … Read more

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Facebook uses cookies to provide a better user experience. These cookies are essential for Meta Products to work properly, while others are optional and used for features like ads, maps, and videos. As a user, you have control over these cookies. You can allow or deny them in your browser settings. Here’s how: To allow … Read more

Oleksandr Usyk Retains World Heavyweight Titles in Thrilling Victory Over Tyson Fury

Oleksandr Usyk has retained his three world heavyweight titles after a thrilling victory over Tyson Fury, cementing his position as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world. Usyk’s promoter, Alex Krassyuk, described him as “the best man in boxing” following the unanimous decision, which saw the Ukrainian outbox and outmaneuver Fury by 24 … Read more