Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht returned to action on Wednesday after a tumultuous few days, including being traded and then re-acquired by the team. Knecht was part of a trade deal that went sour when the Hornets’ center Mark Williams failed his physical exam. The deal was rescinded just three days later. Knecht was … Read more
Tight end Travis Kelce opened up about his frustrations and disappointments in a recent episode of his “New Heights” podcast, discussing the Philadelphia Eagles’ 40-22 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII. Despite feeling humbled by the outcome, Kelce praised the support system that helped him cope with the loss, saying his … Read more
California is facing a severe flu season this winter, with hospitalization rates soaring and health experts warning of potential long-term impacts. The Bay Area has been hit particularly hard, with Dr. Peter Chin-Hong describing the situation as “alarming” and labeling 2025 as “the year of flu in the Bay Area.” According to the California Department … Read more
McLaren has revealed its 2025 MCL39 car, featuring “new innovations” aimed at fending off rivals in the upcoming Formula 1 season. Team driver Oscar Piastri praised his experience with the simulator, saying it’s feeling “pretty good,” but noted that real-world performance is yet to be determined. McLaren, the reigning Constructors’ champions, are looking to maintain … Read more
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has ruled out a visit to the White House, citing opposition to US President Donald Trump’s plan to displace Palestinians from Gaza. The plan, which aims to permanently relocate over 2 million Palestinians and turn the region into a “Riviera of the Middle East”, is seen as a threat to … Read more
The White House has announced nominations for key positions in the banking and financial regulatory sectors. Jonathan McKernan, a former Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) board member, is set to become the full-time director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). McKernan’s appointment comes after the Trump administration effectively froze the watchdog agency due to … Read more
Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine using 140 kamikaze drones, which it identified as “Shahed-type”. The Ukrainian Air Force reported that they managed to shoot down 85 of the incoming drones. The attack targeted the Odesa and Kharkiv regions, causing damage in these areas. Source: https://www.politico.eu/article/russia-drone-attack-war-in-ukraine-donald-trump-vladimir-putin-phone-call
The highly anticipated film “Captain America: Brave New World” has received mixed reviews from critics, with even Hollywood superstar Harrison Ford unable to save it from its shortcomings. Despite featuring an all-star cast, including Ford, the movie has been criticized for its poor storytelling and lack of depth. Directed by Patty Jenkins, who previously directed … Read more
Luka Doncic made a successful debut with the Los Angeles Lakers, leading his team to a blowout victory over the Utah Jazz. The 25-year-old star played 23 minutes and scored 16 points, shooting 6-for-13 from the field and 3-for-8 from three-point range. Doncic’s performance came after a calf injury that had kept him out of … Read more
The death of 9-year-old Madeline Vernon from flu complications has highlighted the severity of the current flu season in North Carolina. According to her mother, Mary Edging, Madeline woke up with a fever of 104.9°F on January 28 and passed away the next day. Dr. Daniel Park, medical director of UNC Medical Center’s pediatric emergency … Read more