Sean Baker’s indie romantic dramedy, “Anora,” took home five honors including best picture and actress at Sunday’s 97th Academy Awards ceremony. The film had been touted as an Oscar frontrunner since its Palme d’Or win at Cannes last year and critical acclaim from numerous film festivals. Despite its wins, many critics are left disappointed, with … Read more
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Multiple sclerosis is a debilitating disease that affects nearly 1 million people in the US and over 2.8 million worldwide. While genetics play a role, environmental factors such as diet and gut health are major contributors. Research suggests that the gut microbiome plays a key role in determining who develops multiple sclerosis. A recent study … Read more
A diehard Pokémon fan has spent a staggering $87,840 on a single, viral Cheeto shaped like Charizard. The Cheetozard, made from a Flamin’ Hot Cheeto, was initially discovered and preserved between 2018-2022 by a collectibles company. Its popularity surged in late 2024 after being featured on social media platforms. The buyer also received a custom … Read more
Penn State University has confirmed three cases of chickenpox (varicella) on its campus. The outbreak is believed to have occurred in Mifflin Hall from February 17 to 24 and the Thomas Building on February 20. Individuals who were present during these time periods may be at risk of exposure. The virus causes a telltale red, … Read more
CD rates remain steady for now, as experts predict no changes from the Federal Reserve in its upcoming meeting. This means that you can still find high-paying CDs with attractive interest rates. To take advantage of these offers, some credit unions require membership or have specific location restrictions. However, we’ve compiled a list of accessible … Read more
Deebo Samuel is tired of hearing about his weight. In response to criticism from a 49ers fan, the wide receiver said he’s ready for the new season and willing to talk about it. The fan had asked what his highest recorded weight was last season, with Samuel responding that his high point was around 225 … Read more
US Economy’s First Quarter Growth Expected to Shrink by 2.8%, Atlanta Fed Says The US economy is facing a shaky start in the first quarter, with the latest forecast suggesting an annualized decline of 2.8%. This prediction comes after the US economy grew at a 2.3% annualized rate in the fourth quarter. The Atlanta Fed’s … Read more
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) plans to invest at least $100 billion to expand its US manufacturing operations, according to a statement made by President Donald Trump from the White House on Monday. The investment will contribute to building three advanced chipmaking fabrication plants, two packaging facilities, and a research and development center. The move … Read more
Astronomers analyzing the first-ever imaged black hole, M87*, have discovered that its shadow changes from year to year due to turbulence in its surrounding gas. The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) confirmed these findings, revealing that the black hole’s appearance evolves over time. In 2019, the EHT released an image of M87*, a supermassive black hole … Read more