The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 66 human cases of bird flu in the country, but no person-to-person transmission has been detected. The outbreak has severely impacted the egg industry, leading to near-record high egg prices. A recent severe case of bird flu in Louisiana showed signs of mutation, stoking … Read more
Johnny Gaudreau’s widow Katie celebrates the birth of her first child four months after her husband’s death from a drunk-driving accident. Matthew, Katie’s brother and former assistant coach for the Philadelphia Rebels, was also killed in the incident. The siblings were set to be groomsmen at Katie’s wedding, now rescheduled for July 11, 2025, in … Read more
A heated on-court altercation broke out during Sunday’s Heat/Rockets game, resulting in several ejections that are likely to lead to suspensions and fines for the players involved. The incident occurred with Miami leading by five points and 35.7 seconds remaining in the game. Heat guard Tyler Herro and Rockets guard Amen Thompson began exchanging words … Read more
Costco Wholesale’s decision to reject a proposed agenda item that questioned the effectiveness of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies is being hailed as a victory for inclusive leadership. The proposal, submitted by a group concerned about potential financial and reputational damage, was unanimously rejected by the company’s Board of Directors. The Board cited … Read more
Chess world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen has changed his mind about quitting the World Blitz Championship after initially walking away due to a dress code dispute with organizers. The Norwegian grandmaster had refused to change out of his jeans, which were deemed not in line with the tournament’s dress code. However, after “fruitful” conversations with … Read more
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party governing coalition collapsed last month, leading to an early election on Feb. 23. Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk caused a stir by backing Germany’s far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), in a guest opinion piece published in a major newspaper. Musk wrote that the AfD is “the last spark of hope” … Read more
A higher-quality version of Grand Theft Auto 6’s trailer has surfaced online, offering fans a better viewing experience while they wait for Rockstar Games to unveil more about their highly anticipated open-world game. According to reports from X and @GTASixInfo, the new trailer is available for download with a higher bitrate than its YouTube counterpart. … Read more
Analysts have revised their revenue estimates for Broadcom Inc (AVGO), boosting its value by +33% since last earnings release on Dec 12, 2024. The stock is now trading at $239.62. Strong Free Cash Flow Margins and Higher Valuation Revised analysts’ revenue estimates for FY 2025 and FY 2026 have increased, indicating higher revenue growth. Using … Read more
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has proposed a rule that could significantly reduce overdraft transaction charges. As of October 1, 2025, banks and credit unions may charge no more than $5 in fees for clients who exceed their account balance limits. This change is expected to save U.S. consumers $5 billion annually. Under the … Read more
The final week of the NFL season saw significant developments in the AFC playoff field. The Cincinnati Bengals secured their spot, thanks to a trio of Joe Burrow drives that ultimately fell short. In contrast, the Indianapolis Colts were eliminated after suffering a loss to a team whose fortunes would have benefited from their defeat. … Read more