The first case of bird flu, a highly contagious avian influenza virus (HPAI), was detected on a poultry farm in Lehigh County, near Philadelphia. Officials confirmed the infection through tests at the state’s Diagnostic Laboratory System and later at the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratory. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has quarantined the infected flock … Read more
The vote for this week’s high school boys basketball player of the week is heating up, with standout players from Briarcrest Christian, Central, Collierville, Harding Academy, and Memphis Home Education Association all in the running. Sean Adubato, a key figure at Briarcrest Christian, has been leading the charge, earning the attention of fans across these … Read more
Jeremy Allen White is set to star and executive produce a Netflix adaptation of André Aciman’s novel *Enigma Variations*. The project, currently in development at the streaming platform, follows White’s successful roles in FX’s *The Bear* and Showtime’s *Shameless*, among other projects. Previously, White contributed to Timothée Chalamet and Armie Hammer’s critically acclaimed *Call Me … Read more
“The U.S. military has recently conducted rescue training off Florida’s coast to prepare for astronauts retrieved from maritime environments during increased space travel. A joint task force, including units like the 204th Airlift Squadron and the 308th Rescue Squadron, practiced airdrops in an offshore area over four days, simulating real-world recovery operations. Maj. Ryan Schieber … Read more
Retro Remake has announced preorder availability for its highly anticipated SuperStation One console, a custom FPGA machine designed as a next-generation successor to the original PlayStation. Available in black, gray, and translucent blue, the system starts at $149.99 (sold out) with a $225 standard edition priced at $179.99. The SuperStation One features a PS One-like … Read more
India and China have announced plans to resume the iconic Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from this summer, marking a fresh start to their historic pilgrimage. Additionally, direct flights between Beijing and Delhi will be revived after being suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, further enhancing connectivity between the two nations. The announcement comes as India’s foreign secretary … Read more
Art Rooney II, the Steelers owner and president, emphasized that securing a quarterback is the team’s top priority this offseason. He expressed his preference for signing either Justin Fields or Russell Wilson, stating it’s “unlikely” they’ll both return next season. Wilson, who signed a one-year deal last offseason, missed six games due to a calf … Read more
A commercial flock of chickens in Pennsylvania has tested positive for bird flu, marking the first such case in nearly a year. The discovery was made at a poultry farm in Lehigh County last week. This finding comes after more than a year with no reported cases, raising concerns about potential new outbreaks. The U.S. … Read more
Lebanon’s Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem stated that his group will not accept any justifications to extend the 60-day period for Israeli troops to withdraw from southern Lebanon. Qassem emphasized that Israel must fully comply with the withdrawal, as “the 60 days are over,” and extended the deadline only once. Israel’s army withdrawal is set to … Read more
Denmark has announced plans to boost its defense spending, committing an additional 14.6 billion Danish crowns ($2.05bn) into regional security measures. The country is resisting U.S. demands from President Donald Trump to hand over control of Greenland, a strategic territory rich in resources and critical for transatlantic navigation. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen emphasized the … Read more