At 60, TV host and author Hoda Kotb is debuting her wellness company, Joy 101. A week before its launch, she was in a whirlwind of meetings to secure sponsors, experts, and employees. “I’m hopeful, and I’m also proud that we did something,” Kotb said. “We’re not just talking about it; something’s going to be … Read more
Atlanta rookie pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver left Thursday’s doubleheader opener against the Philadelphia Phillies after struggling with a strained right elbow. The 22-year-old threw a warmup pitch before wincing in pain and exiting the game. Manager Brian Snitker described the situation as “not looking good” and said Smith-Shawver would be returning to Atlanta for further evaluation. … Read more
Stealth BioTherapeutics Inc. announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified a potential path forward for elamipretide, a novel therapy for Barth syndrome, a progressive and lethal pediatric cardioskeletal disease affecting approximately 150 individuals in the US. Following five years of discussions, a positive advisory committee recommendation, and a complete response letter … Read more
United Airlines will soon return to Kennedy International Airport through a partnership with JetBlue Airways. The deal involves swapping flights at two New York airports and selling tickets on each other’s planes, providing United with a new option in the New York area. The partnership, called Blue Sky, will start as early as 2027 and … Read more
State lawmakers are sounding the alarm as the Trump administration’s cuts to food safety oversight leave a void in state regulation. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration suspended its quality control program for Grade A Milk, while the U.S. Department of Agriculture shut down two key advisory committees on microbiological criteria for foods and meat … Read more
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GameStop, the struggling video game retailer, has made its first large foray into the world of cryptocurrency by purchasing over 4,700 Bitcoins worth more than $500 million. The move is part of the company’s attempt to boost its dwindling profits. However, despite initial optimism from investors, GameStop’s stock price plummeted 10% on Wednesday morning after … Read more
Prominent UK and Irish writers have joined forces, with over 300 cultural figures signing a joint letter calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and unrestricted aid to those facing starvation. The letter was signed by notable authors like Ian McEwan, Jeanette Winterson, and Zadie Smith, as well as musician Brian Eno. The document begins … Read more
Costco’s quarterly earnings and revenue surpassed expectations, with sales climbing 8% year-over-year. The warehouse club retailer attributed its strong performance to tariff volatility, which benefits its bulk discounts and competitive prices. CEO Ron Vachris said Costco rushed shipments ahead of tariffs and rerouted goods from countries with higher tariffs to non-US markets. This strategy has … Read more
The Washington Capitals have confirmed that captain and NHL goal leader Alex Ovechkin has not made a decision about his future following the 2025-26 season. The team denied an email sent by its sales department earlier this week that suggested next year would be Ovechkin’s final year in the league. Ovechkin, 39, finished the regular … Read more