Landslides in Southern California Expand at Alarming Rate

A recent analysis by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has revealed that landslides in Southern California have expanded significantly, putting human life and infrastructure at risk. The study used data from four flights of the Uninhabited Aerial Vehicle Synthetic Aperture Radar (UAVSAR) instrument to estimate the speed and direction of the landslides. According to JPL … Read more

Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine, Killing at Least 15 People

Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles against Ukraine on Saturday, killing at least 15 people and damaging dozens of residential buildings as well as energy infrastructure. The attacks targeted multiple cities, including Poltava, Kharkiv, and the border town of Sudzha, according to Ukrainian officials. The worst attack occurred in Poltava, where a Russian … Read more

Social Security Recipients Face Sinking Feeling Despite 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment

American retirees are receiving their first Social Security checks of 2025, with a modest 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that increases the average monthly benefit by about $50 to $1,976. However, many seniors still feel like they’re falling behind due to rising expenses on housing, healthcare, food, and transportation. According to experts, living on Social Security … Read more

Social Engagement Can Add 5 Years to Life for Seniors with Dementia

A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia found that older adults who maintain active social lives develop dementia approximately 5 years later than their less social peers. Researchers from Rush University Medical Center followed 1,923 seniors and discovered that simple activities like dining out, playing bingo, or visiting friends were associated with a 38% … Read more

DeepSeek’s AI Chips Under Scrutiny Amid US Export Restrictions

US officials are investigating whether China’s DeepSeek bought advanced Nvidia chips via third parties in Singapore, despite US export restrictions on the technology. Nvidia claims its chips used by DeepSeek were compliant with US laws, while Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry says it expects US companies to follow local regulations. DeepSeek recently claimed its … Read more

Gerber Recalls Teething Sticks Due to Choking Hazard

Gerber Products Company is recalling all batches of its Soothe N Chew teething sticks due to a potential choking hazard. The recall affects the Strawberry Apple and Banana varieties of the product, which were distributed nationwide via online channels and retail stores. Consumers who may have purchased the affected products are advised not to feed … Read more

Cal Yee Farm Recalls Almond Products Amid Food Allergen Concerns

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded the recall of Cal Yee Farm’s chocolate- and yogurt-covered products due to concerns over food allergies and sensitivities. The affected products, which include dark chocolate almonds, dark chocolate apricots, and tropical trail mix, contain ingredients such as milk, sesame, soy, wheat, and synthetic dye FD&C No. … Read more

Pennsylvania Confirms First Deer with Chronic Wasting Disease

The Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced that two adult male deer in Luzerne County have tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). The infected deer, located approximately 40 miles from a previously confirmed CWD case, were found on a farm. As a result, the farm will be quarantined for the next five years to prevent … Read more

Court Rules on Tempur Sealy’s $4 Billion Mattress Firm Acquisition

A US federal court has approved Tempur Sealy International’s $4 billion purchase of Mattress Firm, allowing the deal to proceed despite Federal Trade Commission (FTC) efforts to block it. The ruling was made with confidential information still sealed due to its proprietary nature. Source: https://www.furnituretoday.com/bedding-manufacturers/done-deal-tempur-sealy-cleared-to-acquire-mattress-firm