A mother in Ballymartin, Northern Ireland, recently shared the harrowing story of her eight-year-old son, Zach Bloomer-Rogers, who suffered burns on his hands and arms after coming into contact with a plant known to be a “risk to public health.” The incident occurred at The White Water on the Newry Road Kilkeel in early May,
Maxx Crosby, the three-time Pro Bowl defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders, has recently been rewarded with a significant $6 million raise for the upcoming season. This raise comes without any additional years being added to his contract, showcasing the team’s confidence in Crosby’s abilities. The Raiders have also made the decision to move
X CEO Linda Yaccarino recently made headlines by accusing Australia of overreach in a dispute regarding online content censorship. Yaccarino claimed that Australia’s actions put its citizens at risk and compromised their access to information. While Yaccarino’s stance is bold, it is important to critically evaluate the validity of her accusations. In the legal battle
Recent data from the US National Survey on Drug Use and Health has revealed a significant shift in substance use habits in the United States. According to Jonathan Caulkins, a public health policy researcher, high-frequency cannabis use is now more common than high-frequency alcohol consumption. This marks a milestone moment in the country’s long history
Kevin Costner, a seasoned actor, reminisces about his time working with rising stars Matt Damon and Ben Affleck on the set of Field of Dreams. He describes them as exuding enthusiasm and being on fire, standing out even amidst a sea of extras. Damon, in a text message read by Jimmy Kimmel, also recalls the
In a surprising turn of events, OpenAI announced on Thursday that it would no longer require former employees to choose between signing a non-disparagement agreement that had no expiration date or retaining their vested equity in the company. This decision came after internal memos were circulated within the company, addressing the concerns raised by both
Norfolk Southern has reached a settlement totaling $310 million to address the aftermath of a toxic train derailment that occurred in East Palestine, Ohio back in February 2023. The settlement includes $235 million to cover past and future cleanup costs, along with a $15 million civil penalty for alleged Clean Water Act violations. This settlement
Canva, the leading online design platform, recently unveiled its biggest redesign in over a decade at the Canva Create event in Los Angeles. The platform introduced a new homepage and editing experience to streamline workflows and boost workplace productivity. With a focus on improving user experience, Canva’s revamped platform includes a contextual editing toolbar with
The PREEMPT CRC study has proven to be a significant breakthrough in detecting colorectal cancer at an early stage. The study, led by Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, highlights the efficiency of a blood-based test in detecting CRC with a sensitivity of 79.2% and a specificity of 91.5%. The study used genomics testing, which showed a
General Motors CEO and Chair Mary Barra has made it clear that she has no intentions of retiring anytime soon. Despite speculation about her future with the company, Barra emphasized that she is fully committed to ensuring GM’s transformation is headed in the right direction. With over 10 years at the helm, Barra’s leadership has