On Wednesday afternoon, Baton Rouge's Mayor-President Sid Edwards turned to the Rotary Club members with a clear vision for the city. He stressed that the community faces several challenges, such as crime and a sense of division, but he had plans to tackle them head-on. Firstly, Edwards aims to incr
In a shift that seems to anticipate the return of Donald Trump to politics, Meta has decided to end its long-standing fact-checking program. This program was originally designed to control the spread of false information on its social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The compa
Attention, racing fans! Formula 1 has just announced a major change to its calendar. The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps will host races, but not every year. Starting from 2026, Spa will have races four times over six years, skipping 2028 and 2030. This means other European races can step in
A group of Hollywood A-list wives gathered for a night out in Los Angeles. What started as a casual catch-up, talking about kids' achievements and home renovations, took a surprising turn. As the evening moved to the Viper Room, a well-known nightclub, things heated up over a meme that stirred accus
In the battle against African swine fever (ASF), early detection is crucial. Australia's remote, hot regions are at risk due to their large feral pig populations and proximity to countries with ASF. A recent study explored whether high temperatures in these areas could affect the accuracy of dry swa
Do Kwon, a South Korean entrepreneur known for his cryptocurrency ventures, has been sent to the United States from Montenegro. The move happened after Montenegro's justice ministry agreed to a US extradition request but rejected one from South Korea. Kwon is the founder of Terraform Labs in Singapo
When asked about Meta’s choice to adopt a community notes model instead of relying on staff fact-checkers, X CEO Linda Yaccarino was thrilled. “That’s awesome! ” she exclaimed. The model, similar to X’s approach, lets users flag topics like immigration and gender identity, sparking broader discussio
Did you know that something as simple as nutshells can help clean up our water? Scientists have found that biochar, made from burning plant material like nutshells, can greatly improve the power of permanganate to break down tough pollutants. By adding biochar to permanganate, the pollutant removal
Ever wondered what fragrance your favorite celebrities wear? We've gathered some top picks that stars love. From Harry Styles' preferred scent to Tom Brady's favorite, these colognes are more than just a smell; they're a statement. Harry Styles' hairstylist, Lou Teasdale, once showed off a classic
Falling from heights is a serious health issue that often leads to multiple injuries. It's one of the top causes of severe trauma. Doctors find it tough to figure out how severe these injuries are when patients first arrive. Knowing how often these injuries happen and what makes them worse can help
