New York City's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade is back, bringing joy and excitement to the streets of Manhattan. This year, the parade features new giant balloons of Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, along with floats showcasing Labubu and Lego. The event starts on the Upper West Side and makes its way to Macy’s Herald Square on 34th Street. The weather is a bit chilly, w...
In Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin has opened a huge new space called the Michelin Innovation Park. It's a big deal because it's all about making transportation greener and smarter. The park is built on the site of Michelin's old factory, which is pretty cool because it mixes old and new stuff. There are labs, workshops, and even virtual reality stuff to help inve...
A new movie is making waves on Netflix this holiday season. "Jingle Bell Heist" is a comedy about two thieves who team up to rob a big department store in London. Sophia and Nick, played by Olivia Holt and Connor Swindells, start off as rivals but end up falling for each other while planning their heist. The movie is directed by Michael Fimognari and written by Abby ...
Kelly Stafford, known for her podcast "The Morning After, " has decided to take an extended break. This comes after she initially stepped away in October to focus on her mental health. She shared this news on social media, explaining her decision to prioritize her family. Kelly is married to Matthew Stafford, the quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams. The team is doi...
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is turning 99, and it’s getting a fresh look. This year, say goodbye to Popeye and Olive Oyl, who have taken a backseat to newer, more trendy characters. Down Central Park West, spectators will see a giant Labubu and the Demogorgon floating by. Labubu is a popular plush toy, while the Demogorgon is a fearsome demon from a well-known...
The 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to dazzle with five new giant balloons, each representing beloved characters from movies, games, and TV shows. This year's parade will kick off at 8:30 a. m. with performances from a mix of country, pop, and Broadway stars, including Cynthia Erivo, Lainey Wilson, and HUNTR/X from the hit Netflix musical "KPop Demon Hunte...
World of Warcraft fans have a date to circle on their calendars. The highly anticipated expansion, Midnight, is set to launch on March 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. This is the eleventh expansion for the popular MMORPG and the second part of the Worldsoul Saga, a story arc penned by Chris Metzen, who returned to Blizzard in 2023 after a seven-year hiatus. The ex...
Detecting harmful substances in our food is crucial for our health. One such substance is megestrol acetate (MA), which can linger in food and the environment, causing potential harm. Scientists have come up with a clever solution using tiny particles called upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) and a special dye called neutral red (NR). These nanoparticles are like tin...
The GOP is facing a wave of departures, and it's not just about one person. Marjorie Taylor Greene's exit is just the tip of the iceberg. With 22 House Republicans already saying they won't run again, the party's future looks uncertain. This isn't normal; analysts say this is more than usual. Greene, a fiery representative from Georgia, stepped down after a public f...
Erin Truex, the leader of Beverly Main Streets, has announced her departure at the end of the year. She shared her thoughts with the community, expressing gratitude and pride in the work accomplished together. Truex took on the role in early 2024 and has since driven significant revenue for local artists, advanced the Downtown 2030 initiative, and fostered a strong b...