A tech company, Corvex, finds itself in a confusing situation after one of its top executives was arrested. Brian Raymond, named as Corvex's Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in official documents, was indicted for illegal activities. Here's where it gets messy: Corvex first said Raymond was their CTO, then denied it after his arrest. Before the indictment, Corvex prou...
In Guinea-Bissau, soldiers have taken control, announcing their move on state TV. This happened just days after a national election, with reports of gunfire near the presidential palace. The president, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, told French media that he had been removed from power and arrested. The soldiers' spokesperson, Dinis N’Tchama, said they acted because they fou...
Gen Z is taking the lead in Black Friday shopping, while older generations prefer to wait until closer to Christmas. This trend is highlighted in a recent survey, which shows that 40% of Gen Z and 32% of millennials plan to do most of their holiday shopping on Black Friday. The allure of Black Friday for younger shoppers is likely due to the exciting deals and social...
The U. S. is seeing a jump in norovirus cases, often called the stomach bug. This is according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The bug causes vomiting and diarrhea. It's a big deal because it spreads easily and makes people very sick. The CDC reports that almost 14% of tests for norovirus came back positive in mid-November. ...
Jakarta, Indonesia's bustling capital, has taken the top spot as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. This change comes not just from a sudden population explosion, but from a new way of counting urban populations. The report, released on November 18, estimates Jakarta's population at around 42 million people. That's a lot! To...
Joan Branson, the wife of well-known entrepreneur Richard Branson, has passed away at the age of 80. Her death was announced by her husband on social media, but details about the cause and timing were not provided. Joan was more than just a spouse to Richard. She played a significant role in shaping his business decisions and personal life. Richard often spoke about...
The U. S. government has decided to charge foreign visitors more to enter national parks. This change is part of a plan to make sure Americans pay less while visitors from other countries help cover the costs of maintaining these parks. The idea is to use the extra money from these fees to improve the parks. This includes fixing up buildings, doing necessary repairs...
The Kremlin is getting ready for a significant visit from U. S. representatives next week. Yury Ushakov, a key advisor to the Kremlin, revealed that there's a preliminary agreement for Steve Witkoff, a special envoy for the U. S. President, to travel to Moscow. It's also likely that Jared Kushner, another important figure, will join him. This visit is part of ongoing...
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...
Michigan is gearing up for a snowy week. The weather forecast has seen some adjustments, with certain areas now expecting more snow than previously thought. This snowfall is all thanks to lake-effect snow, which means the snowbelts in the northwest and southwest parts of Lower Michigan will be hit the hardest. However, even areas not typically known for heavy snowfal...