Former Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley’s lawyer, Steve Haney, has announced that his client is no longer a target of an FBI investigation focused on wire fraud, gambling, and prop bets. The development comes seven weeks after The Detroit News reported Beasley was under investigation. According to Haney, the federal prosecutors in the Eastern District … Read more
The Penn State football team is gearing up for another high-profile season, and BSD writers have come together to share their predictions for the upcoming year. Each writer has a unique perspective on how the Lions will perform, but they all agree that a strong start and wins against top opponents are crucial for success. … Read more
This weekend will witness a rare occurrence – the black moon, which is not an official term but refers to the second new moon in a month. The phenomenon happens once every 29 months, marking the beginning of the lunar cycle. A new moon occurs when only its far side is illuminated by the sun, … Read more
Apple is in talks with Google about using its Gemini AI technology to power a revamped Siri voice assistant. The move could mark a significant shift for Apple as it explores outsourcing more of its artificial intelligence capabilities. According to people familiar with the matter, Apple has approached Google to build a custom AI model … Read more
ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro has transformed the network under his vision to adapt to the streaming era. The newly rebooted ESPN app offers everything the company has to offer for $29.99 a month, allowing users to pay directly without relying on third-party services. Pitaro’s focus on live events has led to an impressive collection of … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced that he will fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook if she does not resign from her position. The move comes amid allegations of mortgage fraud related to Cook’s personal history. As an appointee of former President Joe Biden, Cook has faced criticism from the Trump administration over claims about … Read more
Kenya has exhumed nine bodies from fresh graves in a suspected link to a notorious starvation cult. The bodies were found in the Shakahola Forest, near the coastal town of Malindi, where over 400 mass graves were discovered last year. The exhumations were ordered after children went missing, triggering a new investigation. Prosecutors have arrested … Read more
Cracker Barrel’s $700 million rebranding effort has joined a list of corporate missteps that have sparked public backlash. The restaurant chain’s new logo, which modernizes the iconic image of a man resting on a barrel, has drawn criticism from experts and consumers alike. The move is reminiscent of other high-profile business decisions that have faced … Read more
The Kennedy Center has laid off its dance programming team, with some employees attributing the move to the influence of former US President Donald Trump. This decision has sparked concern among staff and patrons, who fear the institution may lose its cultural significance under new leadership. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2025/08/21/kennedy-center-cuts-dance-programming-division
Elon Musk has reportedly attempted to recruit Mark Zuckerberg as part of a $100 billion bid to acquire AI company OpenAI. The proposed deal is significant, with OpenAI being the parent company behind popular language model ChatGPT. The details of the potential partnership remain unclear. Source: https://www.ft.com/content/12494c21-e477-49c1-a2d7-683c12c281ea