The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a comprehensive strategy to prevent foodborne illnesses linked to fresh and frozen berries. The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) praised the agency for its collaborative approach with industry, which developed the strategy over several years. The new strategy aims to enhance global cooperation in managing enteric … Read more
The Chicago Bears have made their long-awaited hire, bringing in assistant coach Ben Johnson to lead the team. Johnson’s appointment is a surprising yet welcome move for the embattled franchise, which has struggled to find success on the field. Johnson was chosen from a pool of candidates after the Lions’ playoff loss, where his team … Read more
A suspected gold mining ringleader known as “Tiger” escaped from custody in South Africa with help from police officers, authorities said on Monday. The suspect, identified as James Neo Tshoaeli, was among those who emerged from a disused mine last week after a monthslong standoff between police and men digging for gold illegally. The North … Read more
Despite President-elect Donald Trump’s victory, many Americans continue to struggle with economic stress. The pandemic has left a lasting impact on the cost-of-living, with consumers dealing with shocking price hikes on housing, groceries, child care, and more. Inflation has cooled significantly since 2022, but prices haven’t fallen in line with expectations. Wages have largely kept … Read more
Mark Zuckerberg has become the unwitting star of a viral meme after a picture taken at Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony appeared to show him staring at Jeff Bezos’ fiancée Lauren Sanchez. The image, which was captured on January 20, sparked amusement on social media as users joked about it being a “new meme format.” While … Read more
British rock guitarist John Sykes, known for his work with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, has died aged 65. A statement on his website revealed that Sykes passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Sykes played on two Whitesnake albums, co-wrote songs like “Still Of The Night” and “Is This Love”, and appeared in several … Read more
The Indianapolis Colts have hired former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo to take over the team’s defense. The move comes after a disappointing season that saw the Colts struggle on defense, finishing 29th in yards allowed per game. Anarumo, 58, brings experience and a fresh approach to the position. During his tenure with the … Read more
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their upcoming NFC Championship Game against the Washington Commanders, and quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to lead the team to victory. In a recent interview, Head Coach Nick Sirianni praised Hurts’ ability to extend plays and make big gains with his arm or legs. Sirianni noted that Hurts … Read more
President Donald Trump has ordered his administration to reconsider subsidies and policies that favor electric vehicles, a move that could slow the adoption of cleaner cars in the US. The directive, part of a broader energy-focused executive order, aims to eliminate what it sees as “government-imposed market distortions” benefiting EVs. This comes as the US … Read more
TikTok’s services were restored in the US after a 12-hour outage, easing concerns among creators who rely heavily on the platform for income. The app’s uncertain future remains unclear, prompting some creators to diversify their online sales. Creators like Kimberly Balance, who runs a luxury consignment goods business on TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms, have … Read more