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Michelle Obama promotes new healthy kids drink to Costco shoppers
Shoppers at a Costco in northern California got a surprise visit from the former first lady, Michelle Obama. She wasn’t there as a regular shopper, but to promote her new healthy kids drink. She’s a cofounder of Plezi Nutrition, which is teamed up with actress Kristen Bell. The company is on a mission to help… -
East Coast ports prep for strike that could cost the US economy billions
A possible port strike in the U.S. could have a major impact on the global supply chain and cost the U.S. economy billions of dollars. The strike could impact a total of 36 ports along the East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico if a deal isn’t reached by Oct. 1. Up to 45,000 dock… -
Creator of Kamala Harris parody video sues California over ‘deepfake’ ban
A conservative commentator who used artificial intelligence to create a parody video of Vice President Kamala Harris is suing California, arguing that recent laws banning AI-generated political content violate his constitutional rights. Christopher Kohls, known online as “Mr. Reagan,” filed the lawsuit after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation aimed at curbing the spread of digitally… -
Three Mile Island coming back online to power Microsoft’s growing AI operations
The nuclear industry is experiencing a resurgence, driven in part by growing demand for clean energy. Constellation Energy’s decision to revive the Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Pennsylvania is a significant development in this trend. The plant, which shut down in 2019 due to economic pressures that made it uncompetitive with cheaper natural gas… -
After a tease, Rainforest Cafe is actually coming to Big Apple
What began as an April Fool’s joke is now actually happening in New York City. The Empire State Building announced on Wednesday, Sept. 16, that it will in fact host the “World’s Highest Rainforest Cafe.” The famous restaurant will be swinging by the New York City skyscraper’s 86th-Floor Observatory from Oct. 3 through Oct. 6.… -
Dali leaves US, ship heads to China amidst $100 million DOJ lawsuit
Nearly six months after a cargo ship triggered the Francis Scott Key Bridge to collapse in Baltimore, the ship is finally leaving the U.S. The Dali officially left the Port of Virginia on Thursday, Sept. 19. The ship departed after undergoing repairs, which started back in June. Alongside the departure comes a $100 million lawsuit… -
Plan to open 10% of Utah for solar energy faces environmental concerns
The U.S. government is considering opening up 10% of Utah’s land for solar power developments, but the proposal is facing opposition from state officials and some environmentalists who worry it could impact sensitive landscapes and habitats. Areas like Utah’s West Desert and the shores of the Great Salt Lake, which are home to threatened species… -
After over 30 bomb threats, Springfield mayor assumes emergency powers
After more than 30 bomb threats against city officials and others, which caused the evacuation of schools and government buildings, Mayor Rob Rue, R, granted himself temporary emergency powers on Thursday, Sept. 19. Rue said the city charter gives him the authority to order local law enforcement to cases of civil unrest, cybercrimes and acts… -
Head found in Shamokin, PA, in 1904 brought to new life in documentary
A Pennsylvania filmmaker revived a mystery surrounding a head found in Shamokin, a town in the Pennsylvania coal region, for a new generation. Matt Spade unveiled his latest documentary about the case that spans more than a century on Saturday, Sept. 14. In 1904, a decapitated body found in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, was buried after… -
Nintendo, Pokemon Co. sue ‘Palworld’ maker over patent infringement
Nintendo and the Pokémon Company filed a lawsuit Wednesday, Sept. 18, in Tokyo against Pocketpair, accusing the video game maker of patent infringement. Pocketpair is the company behind the popular survival adventure video game “Palworld,” known by fans as “Pokémon with guns.” In a statement released Thursday, Sept. 19, Nintendo said, “This lawsuit seeks an… -
EU using funds from seized Russian assets to aid Ukraine’s energy sector
As the conflict in Ukraine stretches on, about half of the nation’s energy infrastructure is estimated to have been destroyed as a result of Russia’s invasion. In response, the European Union (EU) is stepping up efforts to help ensure that Ukrainians have access to electricity and heating during the upcoming harsh winter months, when temperatures… -
Olive Garden teams up with Uber Eats amidst sales slump
Olive Garden is teaming up with Uber for food deliveries, after previously only sending employees to deliver on orders over $100. The multiyear delivery partnership announced on Thursday, Sept. 19, marks a major shift for the chain and its long resistance to third-party delivery services like DoorDash and Uber Eats. Darden Restaurants, the parent company… -
Tucker Carlson launches nicotine pouches to compete with Zyn
Conservative talker Tucker Carlson launched a nicotine pouch that he hopes will compete with the massive popularity of Zyn. Carlson’s foray into the business started with an appearance on comedian Theo Von’s podcast last year where he was actually talking about his love for Zyn. “The truth is, Zyn is a powerful work enhancer, and also…