A growing number of children in Gaza are facing extreme vulnerability due to acute malnutrition. According to a U.N.-backed report, approximately 132,000 children under the age of five are at risk of dying from malnutrition between now and next summer. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has left many children traumatized and forever changed by the … Read more
Microsoft has requested assistance from the FBI in tracking protests by employees objecting to its business ties with Israel, amid a year-long revolt over the country’s war in Gaza. The company, citing security concerns, has also worked with local authorities and taken measures such as flagging internal emails and deleting posts about the protests. Source: … Read more
The Pittsburgh Steelers have trimmed their roster down to 53 players, and while some moves are expected, others come as a surprise. Four quarterbacks made the cut, including Skylar Thompson, who impressed in the preseason with a 73.2% completion rate. Rookie Will Howard is currently on the roster but may be moved to injured reserve … Read more
Comedian Emil Wakim, who joined NBC’s Saturday Night Live (SNL) ahead of Season 50, is exiting the show. His departure comes just weeks after fellow cast member Devon Walker revealed his own exit from the program. Wakim, a Lebanese-American comedian, made his late-night TV debut in 2022 on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and … Read more
The highly anticipated college football season kicks off with a blockbuster matchup between top-ranked teams, Texas and Ohio State. The defending champion Buckeyes host the #1-ranked Longhorns in a rematch of last year’s CFP semifinals. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch and bet on the game: **When and Where:** Saturday, August … Read more
NBCUniversal uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on its websites, applications, and connected devices to provide a personalized experience and collect data for analytics and advertising purposes. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by companies like NBCUniversal and its affiliates. The company uses first-party cookies to allow you to use services and … Read more
The Associated Press is a trusted global news organization that has been providing factual reporting for over 175 years. Recently, one of its journalists, Mariam Dagga, was killed along with 21 others at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip. Dagga, who was freelancing for the AP and other outlets, captured images of people … Read more
A rare and deadly flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, has surged in infections in Florida, claiming five lives this year alone. As of 2025, there have been 20 confirmed cases of the infection, with one new case reported in Martin County. Most infections begin with consuming raw or undercooked shellfish, especially oysters. The Centers for Disease … Read more
BlackRock Inc. is partnering with Flexport Inc. to provide companies with expanded financing options amidst rising tariff costs and trade-related cash flow challenges. The deal, worth $250 million, will double Flexport’s lending capacity. The investment comes from BlackRock-managed funds and accounts. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-08-27/blackrock-flexport-team-up-on-250-million-in-trade-financing
Cracker Barrel has debuted a new logo, marking a departure from its iconic image featuring a man resting on a barrel. The updated design only features the restaurant’s name and is rooted in the brand’s signature gold and brown tones. This change comes as part of the company’s “All the More” campaign, which includes new … Read more