The family of 25-year-old New York City dancer Órla Ruth Baxendale, who had a severe peanut allergy, filed a lawsuit claiming she died due to the gross negligence of a supermarket that sold her mislabeled cookies. Baxendale was killed on January 11 from anaphylactic shock after consuming a cookie containing undeclared peanuts, as detailed in … Read more
Over half a million power outages have been reported in Texas as severe storms ravaged the state over Memorial Day weekend and continued into this week. The latest wave of storms hit Texas and the Southern Plains on Tuesday, contributing to the ongoing severe weather crisis in the central U.S. that has claimed at least … Read more
For the past six months, the Smithsonian National Zoo has been without its beloved pandas. However, on Wednesday, zoo visitors received exciting news: two new pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, both two years old, will arrive from China in 2024. This announcement follows the departure of Mei Xiang, Tian Tian, and their cub, Xiao … Read more
Americans are increasingly committed to combating climate change by adopting electric cars, installing solar panels, and making eco-friendly decisions. This trend also extends to companies, with both sectors striving to lower their carbon footprints. This is significant as the U.S. industrial and commercial sectors accounted for 25% of the nation’s total carbon dioxide emissions in … Read more
Manhattanhenge is a breathtaking event that occurs when the sunset aligns perfectly with the east-west streets of Manhattan’s grid. This phenomenon results in the sun setting in a direct line between the skyscrapers, creating a stunning visual effect. It typically happens about four times a year: twice in the spring and twice in the summer. … Read more
Learning how to surf is a humbling endeavor, characterized by endless falls, waves crashing over you, and the relentless task of getting back on the board. However, there is a magical moment when you catch a wave and ride its momentum, a euphoria akin to flying with the water. This exhilarating feeling is what pro-adaptive … Read more
As summer approaches, many of us are ready to enjoy the sunshine, but have you checked if your sunscreen is up to the task? Why Are Sunscreen Options Limited in the U.S.? Surprisingly, due to a nearly century-old U.S. law, your sunscreen options might not be as effective as those available worldwide. The 1938 U.S. … Read more
T-Mobile, the second-largest mobile carrier in the United States, has announced plans to acquire a significant portion of U.S. Cellular for $4.4 billion. The deal, revealed on Tuesday, includes a combination of cash and up to $2 billion in debt. Chicago-based U.S. Cellular currently serves over 4 million wireless subscribers across 21 states. Following the … Read more
Insurance companies are significantly raising homeowners’ coverage costs to mitigate the growing risks posed by powerful storms, like those that devastated five states over the Memorial Day weekend. The storms left a trail of destruction in Arkansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Texas, and parts of Virginia, leveling homes and claiming at least 23 lives. The increasing frequency … Read more
An explosion in downtown Youngstown, Ohio, on Tuesday afternoon, resulted in one fatality and seven injuries, including one person in critical condition. The blast, which occurred near Central Square, caused significant damage to a building housing a Chase bank and several apartments. Authorities have yet to determine the exact cause of the explosion, though initial … Read more