Protesters gathered in Portland on Thursday, expressing strong opposition to a proposed merger of the US Postal Service with the Commerce Department. The move aims to address issues within the postal service but has raised concerns among workers and customers about privatization. The American Postal Workers Union Local President Scott Adams stated that if privatization … Read more
Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has been marred by controversy, with critics pointing to issues involving the cast, politics of the lead actress, and a highly visible wig. The film, which was released in March 2023, stars Rachel Zegler as Snow White and features an ensemble cast including Gal Gadot … Read more
John Calipari’s 10th-seeded Arkansas Razorbacks pulled off a major upset by beating No. 7 Kansas Jayhawks 79-72 in the first round of the NCAA tournament. The win marks Calipari’s first NCAA tournament victory since 2023 and his second since reaching the Elite Eight with Kentucky in 2019. The loss ends a 17-season streak for Kansas, … Read more
Tesla’s stock price has fallen since President Donald Trump’s support for the company, despite record-low prices on the used market. A recent survey found that searches for used Teslas decreased 16% over the past month, while demand for non-Tesla electric vehicles increased 28%. CarGurus reports that used Tesla prices are falling at a rate more … Read more
Netflix has ordered a new reality competition series inspired by Roald Dahl’s classic Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The Golden Ticket, produced by Eureka Productions, will feature contestants competing for entry to a “retro-futuristic” chocolate factory through a golden ticket contest. Contestants must then navigate challenges in the factory while showcasing their strategic thinking, social … Read more
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey is cautioning his colleagues about making a hasty decision on interest rates, citing the uncertain global market conditions. The Monetary Policy Committee recently decided to leave the benchmark rate at 4.5% despite some members calling for an immediate cut. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-20/bank-of-england-votes-8-1-to-hold-rates-as-doves-turn-cautious
Meta Platforms’ CEO has faced significant criticism since President Donald Trump’s election, with users deleting their accounts and flocking to rival platform Bluesky. A recent trend highlights the public’s sentiment against Zuckerberg, with many people recognizing a quote from his 2024 event on a shirt worn by Bluesky’s CEO at SXSW. The controversy stems from … Read more
Archaeologists have discovered facial bones of the earliest human ancestor to walk in western Europe, dating back around 1.2 and 1.4 million years ago. The remains, nicknamed “Pink,” were found at a cave site in northern Spain’s Atapuerca Mountains. Initially believed to belong to Homo antecessor, researchers later determined that they belonged to an even … Read more
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Rapper Too Short is making a comeback in the movie industry with his manager David Weintraub. Their latest film, “Freaky Tales”, features an all-star cast including Pedro Pascal, Tom Hanks, Jay Ellis, and Too Short himself. The drama explores 1980s Oakland’s music and sports scenes, with Too Short playing a crooked cop. The film is … Read more