The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has released new job statistics, revealing a decline in television-writing jobs across various levels of the hierarchy. The numbers show that 1,319 fewer TV writer jobs were available for the 2023-24 season compared to the previous year. At the top of the industry, co-executive producers and above lost 642 … Read more
China has warned parties involved in the Ukraine war against making “irresponsible remarks” after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Beijing knew its citizens were being recruited by Russia to fight. Beijing says it has not been directly involved in the conflict and urges those involved to recognize China’s neutral stance correctly. China has portrayed … Read more
The world of college football and the NFL has been abuzz with exciting news and debates. In a recent episode of “Good Morning Football”, experts weighed in on various topics. One topic that generated significant discussion was Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy’s chances as a starting QB. McCarthy, who has made headlines for his impressive … Read more
A recent government raid on an abandoned warehouse in Abkhazia has uncovered a significant energy drain, sparking concerns about crypto-mining operations in the region. Despite being banned, crypto mining continues to operate underground, fueled by cheap hydropower and lax enforcement. Crypto mining involves high-powered computers that run complex algorithms 24/7, consuming massive amounts of electricity. … Read more
A coalition of 207 biotech leaders, including prominent industry figures, has expressed deep concerns over the FDA’s capacity following recent mass federal layoffs. The letter, addressed to Senate HELP Committee Chair Bill Cassidy, urges the government to quickly preserve and restore its core functions. The FDA’s institutional knowledge is at risk due to the agency’s … Read more
The International Maritime Organization has approved a global fuel emissions standard, imposing fees on ships that breach it and rewarding those burning cleaner fuels. Despite US threats to pull out of climate talks, the deal aims to reduce net emissions from international shipping by 20% by 2030 and eliminate them by 2050. The scheme charges … Read more
The Pitt, the latest medical drama on streaming platforms, has set a new standard for its genre. With expert pacing and gripping stories, it’s impossible to watch only one episode in a single sitting. The show’s creators have successfully differentiated themselves from other medical dramas by incorporating tried-and-true TV methods, such as minimalist direction and … Read more
The No. 8/3 Boston University men’s ice hockey team edged out No. 12/5 Penn State by a score of 3-1 in the Frozen Four semifinals, advancing to their first national championship game since 2015. The Terriers’ victory came after a strong second period, during which they scored two goals and took a 2-0 lead. Junior … Read more
Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s 895th career goal on Sunday, achieving a long-held record at the age of unknown. The Capitals honored their star player with a ceremony before their game against Carolina on Thursday. After overcoming an early deficit, the team secured a crucial win in a shootout, marking a fitting conclusion to Ovechkin’s … Read more
Keir Starmer is seizing control of British Steel to prevent the Scunthorpe plant from being shut down by its Chinese owner, Jingye. The move paves the way for nationalisation and will give the business secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, the power to direct the company. The UK government has granted a recall of parliament on Saturday, with … Read more