Danny Frenkel and Alex Dajani launched Punchup Live in 2023 with a bold goal: to revolutionize the ticketing industry for live comedy. Frenkel, who spent 13 years at Facebook, noticed a big problem. The comedy world is messy. Artists, venues, and fans all struggle with a broken system. Punchup Live
The United States is preparing to ask the United Nations Security Council to penalize seven ships. These ships are accused of breaking UN rules by shipping North Korean coal and iron ore to China. This trade brings in a lot of money for North Korea each year, between $200 million and $400 million.
Pets and technology might seem like an odd mix, but there are plenty of gadgets designed to make their lives—and yours—easier. From smart collars to automatic feeders, these tools can help keep your furry friends healthy, happy, and well-monitored. But do they really work? Let’s start with pet came
Gaza's children are missing out on school. This is a big problem. Schools are not just about learning. They are also safe places. They help kids feel normal. Right now, only a small number of kids can go to school. Many are waiting to get in. This is not good. There are many things stopping kids fr
The 2025 South Carolina School Report Cards are out, and the results are a mixed bag for the Lowcountry area. The report, which looks at things like test scores, graduation rates, and how ready students are for college or careers, shows that some districts are doing better than others. Charleston C
The Amazon rainforest is under siege. Illegal gold mining is a big problem there. Recently, Brazilian police teamed up with Interpol to tackle this issue. They destroyed hundreds of illegal mining rafts on the Madeira River. These rafts were worth millions of dollars. The total damage to criminal gr
The government shutdown continues, with President Trump showing little interest in negotiations. He's been spending time in Florida, making it one of his many trips since the shutdown began. Meanwhile, Democrats are being blamed for the ongoing situation. The House, controlled by Republicans, has pa
Sudan is facing a severe hunger crisis, with famine now spreading to two more areas. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a global authority on hunger, has identified el-Fasher in Darfur and Kadugli in South Kordofan province as the latest regions affected. The situation in thes
A huge deal just went down in the world of consumer goods. Kimberly-Clark, the company behind Kleenex and Huggies, is buying Kenvue, the maker of Tylenol and other well-known brands. The price tag? A whopping $40 billion. This move comes as Kenvue has been dealing with some serious challenges, espec
In the heart of the Himalayas, a tragic event unfolded. An avalanche struck a group of climbers near the base camp of Yalung Ri mountain in Nepal's Dolakha district. The disaster occurred around 09:00 local time on a Monday, claiming the lives of at least three individuals, including a French climbe
