A man has been arrested in connection with the beating death of 64-year-old Peter Forrest, a pioneering rock musician known by his stage name P. Fluid. Forrest was a frontman for the 1980s band 24/7 Spyz, which blended elements of heavy metal, funk, R&B, punk, and other genres. The Bronx band was part of a … Read more
The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on the use of Red dye No. 3 in food products, effective January 15, 2027, or January 18, 2028, for certain brands that already include it in their recipes. The ban comes after research studies showed that male rats exposed to high levels of … Read more
The Pokémon craze is making a big comeback, with exclusive Mini Tins causing real-world chaos among fans. Shoppers are scrambling for the coveted items at Costco stores, leading to shouting matches, fights, and even store policies limiting purchases. Videos posted on PokeBeach show chaotic scenes, including employees yelling “No running!” as customers rush to grab … Read more
The norovirus, known as the “Ferrari of viruses,” is experiencing a banner season, with widespread outbreaks reported across cruise ships, homes, and long-term care facilities. According to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 91 outbreaks occurred in the first week of December 2024, surpassing the previous maximum of 65. This … Read more
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has led his team to the NFC title game for the first time in 33 years, thanks in part to his impressive performance against the Lions. The 22-year-old quarterback was instrumental in a 45-31 win that sent Washington to the conference championship. Head coach Dan Quinn credited Daniels with “a different … Read more
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has entered its 1,060th day, marked by ongoing violence and a complex web of diplomatic efforts. Here are the key developments on this day: On Saturday, a Russian missile strike in Kyiv killed three people and wounded three more. In southern Zaporizhzhia, a Russian attack resulted in one death … Read more
US President Donald Trump has formed an unexpected alliance with the Village People, a disco band from the 1970s, over their iconic song “Y.M.C.A.”. The band’s frontman, Victor Willis, had previously objected to Trump’s use of their music at his rallies in 2020. However, after noticing renewed success for the track during Trump’s 2024 campaign, … Read more
A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million was sold at a Publix in Lehigh Acres, Lee County, Florida. The quick-pick ticket matched all five regular numbers in Friday’s drawing: 8-10-37-54-69 and a Mega Ball of 22. The winner, who purchased their ticket in Arizona for the $113 million jackpot, has 180 days to claim … Read more
A team of researchers at the University of Oxford has developed a blood test called TriOx that can detect multiple types of cancer in their earliest stages, when treatment is most effective and costs are lower for healthcare systems. The innovative test uses machine learning to analyze DNA features in blood samples and identify subtle … Read more
The US stock market wrapped up 2024 with a remarkable performance, exceeding 20% growth for the second consecutive year, last seen in 1997-1998. The S&P 500 rose due to low interest rates and corporate earnings growth. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates four times in 2024, lowering borrowing costs and benefiting both businesses and consumers. … Read more