Egg prices are at record highs, with shortages common in stores. But why can’t customers find chicken breasts or thighs, despite the same store carrying limited egg supplies? Massachusetts farmer Stephen Hall, owner of Nallie Pastures Farm, explains. It takes 20 weeks to get a new flock of chickens to mature and start laying eggs. … Read more
US Vice President JD Vance said the country is working with Russia on a plan to end the years-long war in Ukraine, as it cuts defense aid to Kyiv. The proposal involves giving American economic interests “on the ground” in Ukraine, which would provide a superior security guarantee compared to deploying troops. Vance warned Ukrainian … Read more
A deadly attack in Haifa, Israel, has raised concerns about a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, which is facing increased pressure for its actions amid the crisis. The six-week-long ceasefire agreement ended on Saturday, but negotiations for its extension have not started yet. Israel’s decision to halt aid convoys to Gaza drew criticism from … Read more
Walter Salles’ drama “I’m Still Here” took home the Oscar for best international film on Sunday night, sending celebrations into overdrive in Rio de Janeiro and beyond. The Brazilian feature’s success has been a long time coming, with the Altitude distributor predicting a big hit since early screenings. Released by Altitude on February 21, “I’m … Read more
Dysentery cases have surged in the Portland area, with 40 new cases reported in January alone, according to health data from Multnomah County Health Department. The contagious gastrointestinal disease is often linked to poor housing conditions and inadequate hygiene facilities. Shigellosis, a bacterial infection caused by the shigella bacteria, is currently spreading most prominently among … Read more
Nvidia’s stock price plummeted by 8% on Monday, deepening the company’s entry into a bear market. The decline follows concerns over Q4 earnings and profit margin expectations. The chip maker’s artificial intelligence GPU sales have also raised investor worries, particularly with reports that Nvidia’s overseas chips are reaching China despite strict US export controls. According … Read more
The United States’ rapid slashing of foreign aid, including that of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), is having severe consequences worldwide. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, an unidentified illness with Ebola-like symptoms has killed over 60 people and sickened more than a thousand, coinciding with an Ebola outbreak in neighboring Uganda. Experts … Read more
Staff members at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission have agreed to drop their lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, marking a significant shift in US crypto regulation under the Trump administration. The company announced the development on Monday, stating that this move represents a “turning point” for the industry. The decision comes after months of … Read more
Apple CEO Tim Cook hinted at an upcoming product drop, with strong rumors pointing towards the M4 chip-equipped MacBook Air. The March launch prediction by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman seems to be on track, considering today marks the first business day in the month. The new MacBook Air is expected to come in 13-inch and 15-inch … Read more
Millie Bobby Brown has spoken out against the press for “bullying” her over her changing physical appearance. In a recent Instagram video, the Stranger Things star called out specific articles and writers who she claims have “dissected my face, my body, my choices.” Brown took aim at those who criticize young women for growing up, … Read more