Author: Krishna Bora

Simone Biles advocates for her teammates amidst controversy. She responds to comments about the team’s work ethic. Biles, a 7-time Olympic medalist, uses her platform to support younger gymnasts. Will her actions reshape team dynamics in elite gymnastics? Skinner’s Comments Spark Olympic-Sized Drama Evening Standard Former Olympian MyKayla Skinner critiques current gymnasts’ work ethic. Her YouTube video, now deleted, ignites fierce debate. Skinner, with 1 Olympic medal, questions the depth of talent. How do generational shifts impact perceptions of athletic dedication? Social Media Showdown: Gymnasts Take Sides KCRA Biles posts a pointed Instagram caption referencing Skinner’s comments. Team USA gymnast…

StarKist and Lion Capital settle a massive class action lawsuit. The companies allegedly conspired to inflate tuna prices. This settlement affects products sold between 2011 and 2016. Could this be the tip of the iceberg in seafood industry practices? Pantry Staple Scandal: Canned Tuna’s Price Hike Martha Stewart Canned tuna, a $1.5 billion industry, faces scrutiny. Americans consume about 1 billion pounds of tuna annually. The lawsuit claims companies artificially inflated prices. How many meals were overpriced during this five-year period? Budget-Friendly Fish Swims into Murky Waters TODAY.com Tuna typically costs consumers $2-$3 per can. The alleged price fixing affected…

Scientists have unearthed the world’s oldest known forest in upstate New York. This 386-million-year-old woodland predates the dinosaurs by over 100 million years. Researchers mapped 3,000 square meters of the ancient forest in Cairo, NY. What other prehistoric wonders might lie hidden beneath our feet? Catskill Time Capsule: A Quarry’s Unexpected Treasure Condé Nast Traveller A sandstone quarry in the Catskill Mountains revealed this extraordinary find. The forest once sprawled across 400 kilometers of prehistoric landscape. Geologists estimate that less than 1% of such ancient forests survive in fossil form. Could this discovery rewrite our understanding of Earth’s early ecosystems?…

A popular provider of guacamole products has announced a voluntary recall of multiple of their products. The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause a deadly infection. Where Were Recalled Products Sold? Travis/Unsplash The recalled fresh guacamole was made by Metro Produce Distributors Inc. of Minneapolis, MN and sold at Lunds & Byerlys grocery stores located throughout the Twin Cities area and St. Cloud. The products, which were also available at some “Taco Mas” food bars between July 27-31. The products are packaged in clear plastic containers. No Confirmed Illnesses, But Concerns Persist Cristi Ursea/Unsplash No illnesses…

The Perseid meteor shower promises celestial fireworks this August. Skywatchers can expect up to 100 meteors per hour at its peak. This annual event outshines all other meteor showers in 2024. Will you be among the millions witnessing this cosmic display? Supermoon Surprise: A Lunar Twist Awaits NBC News A rare supermoon will grace the skies on August 19th. This celestial giant will appear 14% larger and 30% brighter than a typical full moon. Supermoons occur only 3-4 times per year. What secrets will this luminous orb reveal? Timing is Everything: Peak Night Perfection Space.com August 11th marks the pinnacle…

Leftover rice harbors a surprising danger. Bacillus cereus, a harmful bacterium, lurks in uncooked rice. This pathogen survives cooking and multiplies rapidly as rice cools. Annually, it causes over 63,000 food poisoning cases in the US alone. But what makes this common staple so risky? The Danger Zone: When Rice Turns Toxic The Manual Rice enters the perilous “danger zone” between 40°F and 140°F. In this temperature range, bacteria thrive and multiply exponentially. Just one hour at room temperature can turn your leftover rice into a bacterial breeding ground. The question is: how long has your rice been sitting out?…

Lundberg Family Farms recalled over 27,500 bags of Wild Blend Gourmet Rice. The FDA identified possible contamination from rodent parts. This recall affects 4,600 cases distributed across several U.S. states. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, indicating potential temporary health risks. Scope and Timeline of the Recall NewsBreak The company initiated the recall on May 10, 2024. It covers one-pound pouches of Sustainable Wild Blend Gourmet Rice. The FDA updated the notice on Wednesday, emphasizing potential health consequences. According to the FDA, 48% of food recalls in 2022 were due to undeclared allergens or foreign materials. Identifying…

Over 1,000 cloud-to-ground lightning strikes that hit Oregon on Tuesday night ignited a series of wildfires in the state, made worse by this month’s record-breaking heat in the state. On Friday afternoon, over 10,000 Oregon residents were placed under evacuation notice due to the wildfires. Full information on current evacuation orders can be found here. Location of Strikes Johannes Plenio/Pexels Most of the lightning strikes occurred in Southern Oregon, although 200 strikes were seen along the Cascade Range and foothills in Linn, Marion and Lane counties. So far, July has seen extreme heat in Oregon, meaning that there was little…

Two people have already died in a deadly outbreak across America. The outbreak is a micro-parasite called Listeria which is known to inhabit meat in particular. Ongoing Investigation Wikipedia There is an ongoing investigation by the FDA and CDC into where this outbreak started and why. So far, 34 people are known to have got sick, and 33 of those have been hospitalized, with two of them dying from the infection. Slow Moving David Thomas / LinkedIn Listeria is a slow moving infection which is making the investigation harder. It can take anything from a few hours to several weeks…

Toronto city council has voted to rename a path “Taylor Swift Way” for November 2023. This decision anticipates Swift’s six-night concert residency at Rogers Centre. The renamed street connects Rogers Centre to Nathan Phillips Square. This move demonstrates Toronto’s excitement for Swift’s first-ever concerts in Canada. Eras Tour Sparks Global City Renaming Trend Teen Vogue Cities worldwide have embraced temporary name changes to honor Taylor Swift. Liverpool became “Taylor Town,” while Glendale transformed into “Swift City.” These renamings reflect Swift’s immense global influence. Her tour has broken records, grossing over $1 billion in 2023 alone. Rogers Centre Hosts Swift for…