Multiple mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite have been discovered in Sarasota County, Florida, marking the first known cases of locally-transmitted malaria in the United States since 2003. Authorities in Sarasota County Mosquito…
Month: June 2023
Sriracha shortage raises online prices to $70
Sriracha hot sauce lovers may be in for a spicy surprise when they discover the exorbitant prices of their favorite condiment. Ongoing shortages have led to inflated prices for bottles of Huy…
Microsoft’s $69B acquisition of Activision is blocked by the FTC
The fate of Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision now rests in the hands of a judge after a five-day trial concluded, and Activision’s stock saw a 0.8% increase in after-hours trading….
Costner claims Christine Costner spent $188K on plastic surgery last year
Kevin Costner and his second wife, Christine, are engaged in a contentious divorce battle, with child support payments being a major point of contention. Court documents obtained by Yahoo reveal the arguments…
France in Turmoil: Protests Escalate Following Police Shooting of Teenage Boy
Tensions continue to rise in France as protests spread across the country for the third consecutive night, fueled by the fatal police shooting of a teenager that was captured on video. Over…
Ancient Fresco Painting Reveals Early Precursors to Pizza with Fruit Toppings
In a surprising twist for pineapple pizza haters, a remarkable discovery at the Pompeii archaeological site has unveiled evidence suggesting that the earliest pizza precursors may have been adorned with fruit. Archaeologists…
Study Suggests Skin Disease Prevalence in Endangered Southern Resident Orcas
A recent study published in the Public Library of Science highlights a concerning increase in the prevalence of skin disease among the endangered southern resident orcas. The research, based on a peer-reviewed…
Federal Reserve Stress Tests Confirm Strong Capitalization of Largest US Banks
In its annual stress testing of the largest U.S. banks, the Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that they are well capitalized and capable of withstanding significant economic and financial shocks. These stress…
Nadya Suleman Encourages Self-Care and Fitness for Busy Parents
Nadya Suleman, famously known as “Octomom” after giving birth to octuplets in 2009, is advocating for the importance of self-care and maintaining a healthy lifestyle as a mother of 14. In a…
Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Executives Address Antitrust Concerns Amidst Merger Talks
Leaders from Microsoft and Activision Blizzard took the stand on Wednesday to address antitrust concerns surrounding their proposed $69 billion merger. The executives sought to alleviate fears that the deal would result…