Officials say they are making good progress in protecting two important sites from the Eaton fire. Don Fregulia, an operations chief with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, said crews have successfully protected Mt. Wilson so far and are confident they can keep it safe through the night. “We are working hard there, … Read more
Greenland’s Prime Minister, Mute Egede, said on Friday that he is open to talking with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Trump has said he wants the U.S. to control Greenland, calling it an “absolute necessity.” He even suggested using military or economic pressure, like tariffs, against Denmark. When asked if he had spoken to Trump, Egede … Read more
Betting has become common in sports. For example, Major League Baseball has official gaming partners, and you can bet on everything from the next pitch to who will win the World Series. Some people enjoy this, while others don’t. But what about betting on disasters? Profiting from community pain? That’s a different story—and it should … Read more
The Romans made incredible inventions like concrete, aqueducts, and the modern calendar. However, a study suggests their achievements might have been even greater if they hadn’t been affected by lead poisoning. Researchers from the University of Oxford found that lead pollution reduced the average IQ of Europeans by 2–3 points during Roman times. While this … Read more
A federal judge ruled on Monday that Rudolph W. Giuliani, the former New York City mayor, is in contempt of court. This happened because he failed to cooperate with the order to hand over $11 million worth of his personal assets to two Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss. The workers had sued … Read more
Dementia is more common than you might think. A 2022 study found that 10% of people in the U.S. over age 65 have dementia, and 22% have mild memory problems. By the age of 90, over one-third of people live with dementia. While you can’t control risk factors like age, genetics, and environment, some lifestyle … Read more
Happy New Year! With 2025 here, it’s the perfect time to set goals and make positive changes. Whether you want to get healthier, learn something new, or manage your money better, these apps can help you stay on track. 1) Habitica Purpose: Build better habits Turns tasks into a fun role-playing game. Complete daily tasks … Read more
PHOENIX (AP) — An Arizona court has ruled that Tom Crosby, a Cochise County official, cannot claim legislative immunity to dismiss charges for delaying the certification of the 2022 election results. The Arizona Court of Appeals decided Tuesday that certifying election results is an administrative task, not a legislative one, and Crosby was legally required … Read more
Whitney Cummings made headlines for her bold jokes during CNN’s New Year’s Eve special. The comedian didn’t hold back, roasting CNN’s viewership and criticizing the Democratic Party for its lack of strong leadership. “I’m now playing theaters with 3,000 seats, which is about CNN’s viewership these days,” Cummings joked to host Anderson Cooper during the … Read more
Rep. Angie Craig, a Democrat from Minnesota, believes her party would have faced major losses in Congress if President Joe Biden had remained the candidate for the 2024 election. She predicts Republicans could have gained 30–40 House seats, including her own district. Craig shared her concerns with NBC News, recalling how she lost confidence in … Read more
Actor Justin Baldoni has filed a $250 million lawsuit against The New York Times, accusing the newspaper of defaming him. The lawsuit claims the Times supported false accusations from his co-star Blake Lively. Blake Lively had previously accused Baldoni of sexual harassment, emotional harm, and trying to ruin her reputation. The Times wrote an article … Read more
The West’s focus on therapy and “wellness” often misses the mark for people with severe mental illnesses. These conditions can lead to problems like crime, unemployment, and broken relationships, and they need serious solutions. One surprising option is the ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat eating plan that was originally used to treat epilepsy. Research now … Read more
A family in Cottonwood, California, is celebrating after their gas station sold a winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1.22 billion — the fifth-largest jackpot in the game’s history. The gas station, Circle K (Sunshine Food and Gas), is owned by Jaspal Singh’s family, who have run the business for over 20 years. The family was … Read more
