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Ancient jar shattered by child restored and put back on display
A 3,500 year-old Bronze Age jar is back on display after being accidentally broken by a curious child. Rather than taking legal action or punishing the family, the museum pegged the incident as part of the artifact’s evolving story. The jar, dating back before the Bronze Age collapse, was one of the Hecht Museum’s most… -
NFL sets record with most watched week 1, averaging 21 million viewers
The NFL had an opening week that surpassed last year’s, with a large increase of viewership across the board. Around 21 million viewers watched the games, a 12% increase from 2023. Nielsen says 123 million people tuned in to at least part of a game, the highest total since 2019. NBC’s game featuring the Chiefs… -
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… -
ChatGPT may harm learning outcomes: Study
AI has become more common in education, and a new study asks the question, does it help students learn? The study’s authors conducted an experiment with high school students, and the findings suggest the answer is not simple. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania tested Turkish high school students using ChatGPT on math practice problems.… -
Galloping into the spotlight: The UK Hobby Horse competition takes off
A few equestrian sporting events were featured at this year’s Olympic Games, but there’s a new horse related competition in the United Kingdom. The country recently held its first hobby horse championships. What began as a fun activity has evolved into a full-fledged sport. Those involved had to leap and gallop over obstacles during the… -
IDF admits to fatal shooting of American in West Bank, US demands changes
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is calling for fundamental changes in how Israeli security forces operate in the occupied West Bank. His comments come after the Israeli military admitted it was “highly likely” that its forces unintentionally shot and killed an American citizen during a protest. Aysenur Ezgi Eygi was a 26-year-old who held dual… -
Delta planes collide on Atlanta taxiway as one loses its tail, no injuries
Two Delta Airline planes collided on a taxiway at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Tuesday, Sept. 10, causing damage, but no injuries. The incident occurred when a larger Delta Airbus, bound for Tokyo, clipped the tail of a smaller regional jet. The smaller plane was filled with journalists heading to Louisiana to cover Tropical Storm Francine,… -
Manhunt for Kentucky interstate shooter enters fourth day
Authorities in Kentucky have entered the fourth day of a manhunt, searching for a man they believe shot multiple people on Interstate 75. Five people were wounded and 12 vehicles were hit in the attack, which has left the rural community of London, Kentucky, as well as others, on edge. Multiple counties remain on high… -
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… -
BBC committed 1,500+ bias breaches in Israel-Hamas coverage: Report
A new report accuses the BBC of displaying heavy bias against Israel in its coverage of the Israel-Hamas conflict. The report was put together by a team of 20 lawyers and 20 data scientists. It comes after a four-month analysis of the BBC’s output across television, radio and other platforms. In it, the group claims… -
Officer put on leave after cuffing Tyreek Hill hours before Dolphins game
Miami Dolphins wide receiver, Tyreek Hill, found himself in handcuffs a block away from Hard Rock Stadium just hours before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 8. The incident led to one Miami-Dade police officer being placed on administrative leave. Video footage circulating across social media shows four officers surrounding Hill, handcuffed… -
Japanese toothpaste ad pulled after sound mistaken for national emergency alert
A Japanese toothpaste commercial was pulled off the air because it accidentally made people think they were facing a national emergency. Lion Corporation, a major household goods manufacturer, debuted the commercial for its Systema Gum Plus Premium Toothpaste. For a country known its quirky, often bizarre commercials, the ad seemed pretty tame on the surface.… -
Rome considers timed ticket system for Trevi Fountain
It’s no secret that over tourism has been an ongoing issue in Italy, particularly at its famous landmarks like Rome’s Trevi Fountain. Now, city officials are considering new measures to tackle the problem. The government is reportedly looking at a timed ticket system to help manage the crowds at the Trevi Fountain. According to The…