The Los Angeles Dodgers faced a tough loss against the Chicago Cubs, but the return of Yoshinobu Yamamoto after a three-month hiatus provided a ray of hope. Despite the defensive struggles, Yamamoto showed his strength with a solid performance on the mound. Limited to four innings of work, he managed to keep the Cubs to
During the recent presidential debate hosted by ABC News, former President Donald Trump defended his stance on China policy, particularly his vow to increase trade duties. This included imposing blanket tariffs of 10% to 20% and additional tariffs of 60% to 100% on Chinese goods. Trump emphasized that these tariffs were essential for holding other
After the successful hosting of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, Los Angeles is gearing up to welcome the world for the 2028 Summer Games. Key stakeholders have expressed confidence in the city’s ability to meet the high standards set by the previous host city. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass highlighted the preparations underway
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is not typically associated with enthusiastic standing ovations, but the Canadian premiere of Sony’s behind-the-scenes SNL movie, SaturdayNight, seemed to have struck a chord with the audience. The screening received a rapturous response, with spectators even clapping rhythmically through the end credits. This level of audience engagement is a
The latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that there was no growth in the UK economy in July. This is particularly surprising as it is the second consecutive month of stagnation, with GDP remaining flat following the election of the Labour government. Economists had anticipated a growth of 0.2%, making
Pop superstar Taylor Swift has long been known for her music and influence in popular culture. However, in recent years, she has also made a name for herself in the political arena. With a massive following of over 280 million on Instagram alone, Swift has the potential to sway public opinion and shape political discourse.
A recent study conducted in Australia has raised concerns about the long-term effects of popular low-carb diets, such as the keto diet. The study, which spanned 17 years and involved nearly 40,000 participants, found that those who followed a low-carb meal plan were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. The researchers from Monash University
The European Union’s top court recently delivered a landmark ruling mandating Apple to pay Ireland €13 billion ($14.4 billion) in back taxes. This decision places Ireland in a unique and challenging position as it grapples with the responsibility of managing this unexpected windfall. Irish lawmakers are now tasked with determining the best utilization of this
Young children with obesity have historically faced challenges in achieving significant and sustainable reductions in their body mass index (BMI) through lifestyle intervention alone. However, the phase IIIa SCALE Kids trial has shed light on the potential benefits of adding liraglutide (Saxenda) to the treatment regimen of these children. The trial, led by Claudia Fox,
Sharing false information, especially when done by elected officials, can have serious consequences. In a recent incident, Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance of Ohio shared a conspiracy theory claiming that Haitian immigrants were stealing and eating other people’s pets. This false claim not only spreads misinformation but also fuels division and racism in