In a remarkable story, a Russian man named Mikhail Pichugin was rescued after spending 67 frigid days at sea. The Sea of Okhotsk, where he was adrift, is known for its harsh winters, freezing over from October to March. Mikhail's brother and nephew, unfortunately, did not make it. The family started
Walgreens, a well-known drugstore chain, has decided to close 1,200 stores over the next three years. This strategic move is part of the company's efforts to save money and improve its bottom line. Among these closures, 500 stores will shut down by the end of 2025. The company believes this will hel
Walgreens, a well-known drug store chain, is set to close around 1,200 of its locations by 2027. This move is a response to the challenges they're facing from online competitors and a drop in prescription drug payments. In the next year alone, about 500 stores will close, which is a big jump from th
Imagine walking into your local Walgreens store and finding it closed. That's what will happen to 1,200 Walgreens stores across the country by 2025. Why? The company wants to save $1 billion. High inflation and low drug reimbursements are hurting their profits. This year, Walgreens' stock hit a 30-y
In a sudden twist, Brooklyn's own Kaseem Ryan, better known as the rapper Ka, has left us. He was 52. The rapper, whose story intertwined with service and music, was a vital part of his community. Born in Brownsville, Ka dedicated his life to his city, his community, and his music. His family announ
The Biden administration recently sent a strong message to Israel, asking for urgent action to enhance the humanitarian situation in Gaza. In a letter signed by Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, the US demanded that Israel take steps within the next 30 days to
Imagine being stranded at sea for over two months in an inflatable boat. That’s exactly what happened to Mikhail Pichugin, a 45-year-old Russian man who set off for a whale-watching trip with his brother and nephew. Things took a tragic turn when their engine failed. The trip to the Shantar Islands
Google is rolling out its October 2024 Pixel Drop with the launch of Android 15. This update brings new features to all Pixel devices, with some Pixel 9 perks trickling down to older models. The Pixel 9 boasts an exciting new Gemini Extension. It lets you find info saved in screenshots using voice
Walgreens has decided to shut down around 1,200 of its stores over the next three years. This move is part of the company's strategy to improve its struggling U.S. business. The first 500 closures are expected to happen this fiscal year and should positively impact the company's earnings and cash fl
We're seeing a big jump in whooping cough cases, especially in the Middle Atlantic states. As of early October, there were around 17,579 cases compared to just 3,962 last year! This bacterial infection, also known as pertussis, spreads like wildfire through coughs and sneezes. It's most dangerous fo
