The news of former “Saturday Night Live” alum Victoria Jackson’s inoperable cancer diagnosis at the age of 65 is truly heartbreaking. This revelation comes after she first disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis in 2016. It serves as a stark reminder of the prevalence and devastating effects of cancer, especially in individuals who may not have
Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1, the first installment of an ambitious Civil War epic from Kevin Costner, failed to make a lasting impression during its theatrical debut. The film, which grossed just over $34 million, was considered a misfire for a big-budget title. Despite Warner Bros initially planning to release Chapter 2 two
The recent proposed settlement offer from Deutsche Bank in a long-standing case has been met with harsh criticism from the plaintiffs’ lawyer, describing it as a “late low ball” offer. The core of the dispute revolves around the accusation that Deutsche Bank undervalued its acquisition of Postbank, a major German retail banking giant, during the
The Atlanta Falcons have not been shy about their ambitions for the 2024 season. With two major acquisitions in as many days, the team is clearly focused on building a competitive roster. The signing of free agent safety Justin Simmons to a one-year, $8 million contract is a significant move that will provide a boost
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about unprecedented changes worldwide, affecting every aspect of daily life. This also included the lives of zoo animals, who suddenly found themselves without the usual crowds of visitors passing by their enclosures on a regular basis. A study published in 2022 delved into how primates specifically reacted to this shift in
The remainder of August is poised to become a pivotal moment in the history of the American workforce, heralded by the Federal Trade Commission’s impending enforcement of a rule to eliminate non-compete clauses, effective September 4, 2024. As this critical deadline nears, we are on the cusp of potentially witnessing the largest exodus of resignations
CEO Doug McMillon of Walmart has indicated that prices of many groceries and items have decreased within the store, but inflation remains a stubborn issue in certain areas, such as the aisles dedicated to dry groceries and processed foods. Despite Walmart’s efforts to pressure suppliers to reduce prices, some companies are still discussing cost increases.
Deep in the Mexican jungle at the tip of the Yucatán Peninsula, archaeologists have uncovered a hidden treasure trove of history. The ancient Maya city of Cobá, near the towering Nohoch Mul pyramid, has revealed its secrets through a vast stone slab found tucked away in what was once the floor of a sacred pool.
The latest A-level results have shown a slight increase in the number of top grades achieved by students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The percentage of students achieving A* grades has gone up by 0.4% from the previous year, reaching 9.3%. Similarly, the number of A*-A grades has increased by 0.6%, reaching 27.8%. This
The study conducted by Nicole Wright, PhD, MPH, and her colleagues found that over a 20-year period, white postmenopausal women had the highest rates of fractures, but Black, Pacific Islander, Asian, and multiracial women were not far behind. The data from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) revealed that Black women had a hazard ratio (HR)