Laken Riley, 22, was a nursing student at Augusta University’s College of Nursing’s Athens campus. She grew up in Woodstock, Georgia, and graduated from River Ridge High School in 2020, where she excelled in cross country and track. After her untimely death, Cherokee County school Superintendent Brian Hightower described Laken as “a shining light” and … Read more
In Minnesota, Maggie Habashy faces a daily struggle with a rare and potentially fatal condition known as exercise-induced anaphylaxis (EIA), as reported by Fox 9. For Habashy, even moderate physical exertion can trigger severe reactions, from intense itching and hives to life-threatening anaphylaxis. This rare condition, which affects an estimated 0.05% of the population, forces … Read more
This is the latest instalment in a feature series reflecting on instances of East meets West in world cinema, including China-US co-productions. In the mid-1980s, Jackie Chan was one of the biggest stars in Asia. But while his films regularly topped the Hong Kong box office, he just could not crack America. After the disappointments … Read more
Elon Musk’s recent comments urging Americans to have “three or more” children, regardless of financial concerns, have ignited debate about the feasibility of family expansion amid skyrocketing costs. Musk made the statement during a pro-Trump rally in Pennsylvania, encouraging people to overcome their fears around affordability and “just start families,” suggesting that “costs will work … Read more
2/5 stars The on-screen coupling of Freen Sarocha Chankimha and Rebecca Patricia Armstrong, known collectively as “FreenBecky” to their legions of adoring fans, transitions to the big screen in Uranus 2324, a sprawling sci-fi romance charting the love affair between two young women across the endless expanses of space and time. The film is the … Read more
US tech executive Ryan Salame has made headlines again, this time for an ironic LinkedIn update. Known for his involvement in the cryptocurrency industry, particularly with FTX Digital Markets, Salame’s latest announcement is not about a new business venture but rather his incarceration. After pleading guilty to charges related to illegal political contributions and operating … Read more
Shoppers are often all too familiar with the swift accumulation of goods in their supermarket trolleys and the subsequent hit to their wallets. Yet, one woman has been left utterly gobsmacked by the exorbitant prices at what’s dubbed the world’s most opulent supermarket – especially when it came to the cost of box of berries. … Read more
There aren’t many films that truly merit being celebrated 40 years on, but Paris, Texas is surely one. Overhauled with a new 4K restoration for a cinematic re-release this month, Wim Wenders’ masterpiece, led by a craggy-faced Harry Dean Stanton, and driven by that unforgettable Ry Cooder slide-guitar score, still feels utterly timeless. For the … Read more
Bernie Sanders, the curmudgeonly American politician, is always on a crusade. The Vermont senator’s latest campaign is to warn us all about ultra-processed foods (UPFs). This is now the generally accepted term for mass-produced foods. They typically include ingredients with long chemical names, sometimes with a number enclosed in brackets. These ingredients – preservatives, emulsifiers, … Read more
KEY POINTS Last year, Brian earned more than $150,000 across multiple remote jobs. While some companies may be OK with their employees doing extra work on the side, doing so without approval could have consequences. In 2004, Brian, a determined IT professional, realised that relying solely on one income source could be a risky proposition. … Read more
