Duke Stuns Auburn, Can’t Salvage ACC-SEC Challenge

Duke’s 84-78 victory over No. 2 Auburn was a rare bright spot for the struggling Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) in the second-year ACC-SEC Challenge. The loss marked the conference’s 14th defeat against the Southeastern Conference (SEC), with only one win in each night of play. The Blue Devils, led by freshman Isaiah Evans’ impressive debut, … Read more

US Airlines Collect $12 Billion in Seating Fees Over 5 Years

US airlines brought in over $12 billion in seating fees between 2018 and 2023. The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations found that American, Delta, United, Spirit, and Frontier collected this amount by charging customers extra for seats with additional legroom or preferred locations. Airlines claim their fee-based model is voluntary and allows customers to pay … Read more

Whooping Cough Cases Surge in Montana Amid Nationwide Rise

Whooping cough cases have skyrocketed in the US, with Montana not immune to the outbreak. In Yellowstone County, 11 confirmed cases were reported this year, with six in November alone. As winter approaches, RiverStone Health is urging patients to take preventive measures. Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a contagious respiratory infection that spreads … Read more

Makhachev Seeks Revenge Against Tsarukyan at UFC 311

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev puts his title on the line against challenger Patricio Pitbull’s top contender, Rafael Tsarukyan, in a highly anticipated rematch at UFC 311. The two fighters first met in 2019, which was Tsarukyan’s promotional debut. The bout was an intense grappling exchange that saw the Armenian contender give Makhachev one of … Read more

Bill Maher Weighs Quitting ‘Real Time’ Over Trump’s Second Term

Comedian Bill Maher has expressed his temptation to quit his show “Real Time” due to President-elect Donald Trump’s potential second term. In a recent podcast, Maher stated, “I’m s***ting my pants,” as he considered walking away from the program. Maher attributed his decision to Trump’s continued presence in the news cycle and his own past … Read more

Spyware Infections Found in Surprising Numbers of Devices Worldwide

Researchers at iVerify have discovered a potentially higher prevalence of spyware infections than previously thought. A study involving 2,500 users and scanning of their mobile devices revealed 7 Pegasus spyware infections among the group. The investigation found that nearly 2.5 infected devices were detected per 1,000 scans, significantly higher than any previous reports. This rate … Read more

Superman & Lois Series Ends After Four Seasons

The CW’s Superman & Lois has come to a close after its fourth and final season, with a combination of factors including The CW’s shift away from expensive scripted dramas and the formation of DC Studios contributing to its demise. However, showrunners Todd Helbing and Brent Fletcher attribute their decision to focus on delivering a … Read more

Microsoft Flight Simulator Performance Boosted for Older Scenery

Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) players are reporting improved performance, particularly when using older scenery. Despite the lack of significant updates in terms of gameplay mechanics, players have noticed better frame rates and reduced stuttering issues. Several users, including those on Xbox consoles, claim that the performance boost is noticeable, with some averaging 50 frames per … Read more

GM Faces $5B Losses in Chinese Market Downturn

General Motors (GM) is rethinking its strategy in China due to the country’s crowded market, which has led to significant losses for the American automaker. The company has announced a major restructuring plan, including asset writedowns of over $5 billion and factory closures. Historically, GM’s brands such as Buick and Chevrolet were highly regarded in … Read more