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Casino mogul offers to help pay for UNLV to retain departing QB Matthew Sluka
Las Vegas is known for its wealth and high-rolling lifestyle, but none of that fortune will be aiding the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) football team’s recent dilemma with former starting quarterback, Matthew Sluka. The senior who led the Rebels to a 3-0 start this season has departed from the team following a dispute… -
Coast Guard hearing highlights Titan safety failures, corporate greed
A two-week Coast Guard hearing into the Titan submersible implosion is nearing conclusion in South Carolina. The hearing has highlighted concerns over safety negligence and corporate greed with OceanGate. Witnesses at the hearing provided critical testimony, with several pointing to OceanGate’s decision to prioritize profits over safety. A former operations technician expressed alarm over the… -
Activists throw soup at Van Gogh painting again; other protesters jailed
Climate activists threw soup over Vincent Van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” painting again in London on Friday, Sept. 27. Three protesters from Just Stop Oil tossed the tomato soup over Sunflowers 1889 and Sunflowers 1888. It happened an hour after two others were sentenced to prison time for a similar protest with one of the Sunflower paintings… -
Gov. Newsom, with Demi Lovato, signs bills to protect young actors, creators
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, D, just signed two bills into law meant to protect the earnings of children and teenagers involved in creating online content. The New York Times reported that some young influencers can make between $10,000 and $20,000 per post. One of the legislation’s biggest supporters is singer Demi Lovato. She recently went… -
South Korea to ban dog meat by 2027, offering $450 per animal surrendered
Big changes are coming to South Korea as the country prepares to put an end to the centuries-old practice of serving and eating dog meat. The government is announcing new measure to rehome hundreds of thousands of dogs, and support farmers ahead of the ban taking effect. On Thursday, Sept. 26, South Korea’s Agriculture Ministry… -
Philadelphia 76ers agree to new stadium deal amid community concerns
The Philadelphia 76ers have confirmed they will remain in the city they have called home since 1963, announcing plans for a new stadium in Center City, despite pushback from some local residents. The decision comes after reports that the team had been considering a move to Camden, New Jersey, where state officials had offered $400… -
Airlines announce partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink for free in-flight Wi-Fi
Several major airlines have announced a partnership with SpaceX to provide free in-flight Wi-Fi powered by Starlink. The move marks a significant shift in airline connectivity. United Airlines and Air France are leading the charge, with both carriers planning to retrofit their entire fleets with the high-speed satellite internet service in the coming years. Expected… -
Batman makes history as first superhero honored with Hollywood star
After 85 years of fighting crime and captivating audience in different forms of media, Batman has reached a new milestone. Thursday, Sept. 26, the iconic superhero received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Batman has become the first superhero to receive such an honor. To top it off, he was also awarded a… -
Shohei Ohtani’s historic 50th home run ball faces legal battle ahead of auction
A baseball tied to a major milestone in sports history could become one of the most valuable pieces of athletic memorabilia ever sold — if the auction proceeds as planned. Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani made history on Thursday, Sept. 19, when he hit his 50th home run of the season, becoming the first… -
World’s first AI art museum to open in Los Angeles in 2025
The world’s first museum dedicated entirely to AI-generated art is getting ready to open its doors. Dubbed Dataland, the gallery space is set to open in Los Angeles next year. The developers say the museum aims to be more than a space for static displays. One of the cofounders, Refik Anadol, refers to artificial intelligence… -
UNLV addresses QB Matthew Sluka’s departure amid NIL dispute
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has spoken out regarding the sudden departure of its starting quarterback, Matthew Sluka, following allegations that the school failed to fulfill promises related to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation. Sluka claims the program did not deliver on NIL offers made during his recruitment, which reportedly amounted to… -
Remains of missing Vietnam War pilot identified after 50 years
A Vietnam War pilot who had been missing for over 50 years has finally been identified. U.S. Marine Corps Captain Ronald W. Forrester was piloting an A-6A Intruder on a nighttime mission over northern Vietnam when his plane lost radio contact. He was just 25 years old when his aircraft disappeared during the combat mission… -
New Jersey offshore wind farm faces delay due to turbine supply issues
The planned Leading Light Wind offshore wind farm, off the coast of New Jersey, has hit a monthslong delay due to challenges in securing turbine blades. The project, set to be located 40 miles off Long Beach Island and comprising up to 100 wind turbines, is expected to generate enough electricity to power approximately one…