Brooke Shields’ Message for Women Over 40

Actress Brooke Shields is sharing her message with women over 40 from her new memoir, “Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman.” In an interview, Shields emphasized the importance of self-love and support during this stage of life. Shields believes that aging as a woman is not about … Read more

Gaza Ceasefire Talks Reach Final Stages in Doha

Gaza ceasefire talks have resumed in Qatar’s capital, Doha, with mediators reporting a “breakthrough” after midnight discussions on Monday. The talks aim to finalize a plan to end the war in Gaza, which has left the enclave in ruins and claimed tens of thousands of Palestinian lives. US President Joe Biden indicated that a ceasefire … Read more

US Stock Futures Fall Amid Rate Cut Worries

US stock futures fell Monday as investors expressed concerns that a hot jobs report may lead to the Federal Reserve holding back on rate cuts this year. Macy’s, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Moderna were among the top movers in premarket trading. Macy’s shares plummeted 3.4% after the retailer lowered its fourth-quarter net sales forecast, while … Read more

California Governor Signs Order to Streamline Rebuilding Process

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order aimed at accelerating the rebuilding process for victims of the recent Southern California wildfires. The order waives certain environmental and coastal regulations, extending protections against price gouging until January 7, 2026. Under the executive order, permitting requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the … Read more

Major US Banks Exit Climate Alliance Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration

Wall Street’s largest banks, including J.P. Morgan, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, and Bank of America, have simultaneously exited the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). The global group aimed to finance ambitious climate action and transition the economy to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. However, the banks now claim to remain committed to … Read more

Zelenskyy Offers N. Koreans Prisoner Swap for Ukrainian Soldiers Held in Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that his country is willing to release two North Korean soldiers captured during the conflict with Russia, in exchange for the release of Ukrainian prisoners held captive in Russia. According to Zelenskyy, if Russian President Kim Jong Un is willing to facilitate an exchange, Ukraine will transfer the captured … Read more

Gaming Marathon Raises $2.5M for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh

A week-long speedrunning marathon in Downtown Pittsburgh has raised a record-breaking $2.5 million for cancer research, exceeding the organization’s initial goal. The event, Awesome Games Done Quick, took place at the Wyndham Grand Hotel and featured top gamers competing to complete popular video games as quickly as possible. The marathon, which was the second year … Read more

‘Blues Brothers’ Actress Dalyce Curry Found Dead in Burned LA Home

A 95-year-old actress who appeared as an extra in classic films like “The Blues Brothers” and “The 10 Commandments” has been found dead in a fire-ravaged home in the Los Angeles area. Dalyce Curry’s remains were discovered on Sunday evening, six days after wildfires erupted in the region. Her granddaughter confirmed her death on Facebook, … Read more

South Korean President Yoon’s Fate Hinges on Impeachment Trial

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing an uncertain future as the country’s Constitutional Court holds his impeachment trial. The 67-year-old president has refused to appear in court, citing safety concerns over efforts to detain him for questioning. Yoon’s decision not to attend the trial comes after weeks of evasion and a dramatic standoff … Read more