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Campbell’s brand drops ‘soup’ from its name after more than a century
A household brand since 1922, Campbell’s Soup is officially dropping part of its longstanding name. The company, known for its red and white cans, will now be called the “Campbell’s Company.” The decision reflects a growing portfolio beyond just soup. Campbell’s CEO Mark Clouse made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 11, saying, “We will always… -
Kursk counteroffensive begins: Russia targets Ukrainian troops
Russian forces initiated a significant counteroffensive in the Kursk region, targeting Ukrainian troops, marking the Kremlin’s first substantial military action in over five weeks. This operation, which began on Sept. 10, aims to dislodge Ukrainian forces from the area, with ongoing engagements reported into the following day. The dynamics of the conflict are still unclear,… -
DirecTV rejected Disney’s offer to restore ABC before the presidential debate
DirecTV and Disney are still at an impasse in their contract dispute, with Disney networks including ABC and ESPN remaining dark for the more than 11 million DirecTV subscribers. DirecTV customers already missed out on Monday Night Football and were in jeopardy of not being able to watch Tuesday’s, Sept. 10, debate on ABC, the network… -
Unprecedented wildfires consume 6.9 million acres in Western US
Wildfires are wreaking havoc across the Western United States, with 70 major fires scorching the landscape from the Pacific Coast to the Rocky Mountains amid an intense heat wave and gusting winds, prompting tens of thousands to flee their homes. So far this year, wildfires have consumed more than 6.9 million acres nationwide. Oregon, currently… -
Weight-loss drug effective for kids as young as 6: Study
Weight loss injections have become increasingly popular among adults and they’ve been proven to work. Now, there’s evidence that those drugs could be used to treat obesity in kids, as well. Novo Nordisk tested its drug Saxenda on kids between 6 and 12 years old, and found that it helped them reach a healthier weight. Like… -
New study finds energy intensive Bitcoin mining could help cut emissions
As Bitcoin’s prominence in the financial world has grown, one constant remains: the energy-intensive process of mining. In 2023, the energy consumed by Bitcoin mining equaled the carbon footprint of Poland, while some large-scale operations use as much electricity as a small city each day. However, a recent study conducted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute… -
Tyreek Hill’s agent calls for police officers who detained the NFL player to be fired
Following the detention of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill during a traffic stop prior to the team’s game on Sunday, Sept. 8, the star player’s agent is now calling for the officers involved to be fired. Since the incident, Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has been vocal in defending his client, expressing concern over the… -
Congress awards Gold Medal to 13 troops killed in Kabul bombing
Congress posthumously bestowed its highest honor, the Congressional Gold Medal, on 13 American troops killed in the Kabul airport bombing during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021. The ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda brought together lawmakers and grieving families, transcending partisan divides to pay tribute to these fallen soldiers. House Speaker Mike Johnson,… -
US says Iran is giving ballistic missiles to Russia to attack Ukraine
The United States and Britain accused Iran of supplying Russia with short-range ballistic missiles on Tuesday, Sept. 10, and warned that Moscow plans to use the weapons soon. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken made the comments alongside British Foreign Secretary David Lammy during a joint press conference. “Russia has now received shipments of these… -
Gov. Greg Abbott goes against President Joe Biden’s border order
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has gone against President Joe Biden’s order to remove barriers from Fronton Island in the Rio Grande between the United States and Mexico. In 2021, Abbott had officials put up razor wire fencing to prevent illegal border crossings as part of his Operation Lone Star initiative. On Sept. 9, Abbott sent… -
NYPD commissioner faces pressure to resign amid expanding FBI investigation
NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban is facing mounting pressure to resign after the FBI raided his home on Wednesday, Sept. 4, and seized his cellphone. The federal investigation into the NYPD has expanded beyond individual misconduct. Law enforcement sources said the investigation centers on allegations of sweeping corruption and influence peddling at the highest levels of… -
AI Trump photos push allegations Haitian migrants are eating cats, ducks in Ohio
Conservative social media accounts have recently been circulating AI-generated images of former President Donald Trump holding cats and ducks. These posts are linked to unconfirmed allegations that Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, are killing and eating these animals. “They’re in the park grabbing up ducks by their neck and cutting their head off and walking… -
Kate Middleton opens up about cancer battle, chemo and focus on recovery
Princess of Wales Kate Middleton has opened up about her health six months after revealing her cancer diagnosis. The 42-year-old mother of three shared a video message on Monday, Sept. 9, speaking candidly about her journey. Kate said she is focused on staying cancer-free and gradually returning to her royal duties after completing chemotherapy. In…
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