A groundbreaking discovery in modern-day Brazil has pushed back the timeline of human migration to the Americas by 5,000 years. Fossilized remains of a four-ton “mega-sloth” have been found with deliberate polish and a hole at one end, suggesting that humans lived alongside these massive creatures for 10,000 years. The 20ft tall sloths, thought to … Read more
The Green Bay Packers took an early lead in their matchup against the New Orleans Saints, thanks to a strong performance from rookie quarterback Jordan Love and running back Josh Jacobs. Jacobs scored a touchdown on his first carry, capping off a 2-yard run that put the Packers up 14-0. In addition to his rushing … Read more
At least 21 people have been killed in protests in Mozambique following a contentious election result. The government’s top court confirmed the governing party Frelimo’s victory, despite allegations of vote rigging. Protesters and opposition groups claim the October 9 vote was rigged. In response, security measures have been tightened across the country with the armed … Read more
A recent batch of images taken by NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter and the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Mars Express orbiter has revealed a striking “winter wonderland” on the Red Planet. The photos show snow-like white spots dotting the Martian landscape, particularly in the Australe Scopuli region near the planet’s south pole. However, this appearance is … Read more
As 2025 approaches, many people are looking ahead to the new year with resolutions in mind. According to Dr. Stacy Chronister, an internal medicine specialist at OSU Medicine, setting effective goals is key to making progress. Common goals include quitting smoking, losing weight, and improving sleep. Dr. Chronister recommends setting a quit date for smoking, … Read more
A nationwide strike by Amazon delivery drivers and third-party workers, affiliated with the Teamsters union, has sparked concerns about potential delays in package deliveries during the holiday season. Despite widespread protests, experts say that there is little evidence of significant disruptions to Amazon’s operations. The protests, which began last week, have seen thousands of striking … Read more
A house cat in Washington County has died after eating raw frozen pet food contaminated with the H5N1 bird flu virus. The Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory confirmed the diagnosis, stating that the cat contracted the virus by consuming Morasch Meat’s Northwest Natural brand 2 lb. Turkey Recipe raw and frozen pet food. The company is … Read more
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed a nationwide preliminary injunction that prohibited the enforcement of the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirement, allowing the deadline to be extended until January 13, 2025. Prior to the court’s decision, a U.S. District Court had issued an injunction in December 2024, halting the Treasury Department … Read more
A group of big banks and business groups are suing the Federal Reserve over the annual bank stress tests, claiming the current process falls short of its goals. The Bank Policy Institute, which represents major banks like JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs, is leading the lawsuit. The groups say they don’t oppose stress testing but … Read more
Taylor Swift attended the recent Kansas City Chiefs game and had an unforgettable interaction with fan Carley. The singer wore a faux fur jacket and Chanel bucket hat to the event. Carley, who is dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, said she was thrilled to see Swift blend in with other fans. The two exchanged … Read more