Italy was one of the earliest European countries to be hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The regions of Northern Italy, especially Lombardy, faced severe impacts. In September 2021, the team behind the project "AIS, the digital turn" (AISdt) decided to resume in-person data collection. Their missio
In December, Amazon workers across the U. S. went on strike, demanding better pay and conditions. This wasn't just any strike—it was the biggest in Amazon's history. Filmmakers Stephen Maing and Brett Story captured the action in a 10-minute short called Local One. Amazon's size and power make this
In 2024, North Korea scored big in the crypto world, raking in over $659 million from hacking major exchanges like WazirX from India and DMM Bitcoin from Japan. The Lazarus Group, North Korea's hacking squad, didn't just use high-tech tricks. They also sent people posing as job seekers to become ins
Imagine if your health insurance suddenly stopped covering cancer screenings. That's what could happen if a Supreme Court case, Becerra v. Braidwood Management, goes a certain way. This case is all about who should be in charge of telling insurers what to cover. There's a group called the Preventive
Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, was supposed to hit screens this January. But, due to the wildfires in Southern California, the Duchess of Sussex pushed back the release date. Some people think she's finally showing some smarts and concern. Others still aren't convinced. Royal
The rise of genetically modified (GM) crops that withstand herbicides led to a massive increase in glyphosate use across the United States. Over two decades, the amount of glyphosate used surged by over 750%. Though it's a hot topic, the effects of glyphosate on human health are still debated. Scien
Ever wondered what it would be like to see Robert De Niro play two mob bosses in one movie? Well, get ready because that's exactly what's happening in Barry Levinson's upcoming film, "The Alto Knights. " De Niro will be starring as both Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, real-life crime family leader
Michael Cooper, a native of Pasadena, had a remarkable career with the Lakers, winning five championships. In January 2025, he achieved an honor every athlete dreams of – his jersey number, 21, was retired and displayed in the Lakers’ rafters, joining the likes of Magic Johnson and James Worthy. Whi
Ever wondered how your BMW handles so smoothly, no matter the road conditions? Meet xDrive, BMW's secret weapon for top-notch driving. This isn't your typical all-wheel drive (AWD); it's packed with sensors and smarts, making your ride super versatile. Imagine a system that's always on the lookout,
You might think Sam Darnold had it all figured out this season. After a rough start with the Jets and Panthers, he seemed to find his groove with the Vikings, throwing for plenty of yards and touchdowns. But two bad games can change everything. Back-to-back poor performances in high-pressure situati
