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Reports raise doubts on Mexican soldiers’ claims in migrant shooting
Earlier this month, Mexican soldiers killed six migrants when they opened fire on a pickup truck carrying 33 migrants near the Guatemalan border. The shooting occurred the night of Tuesday, Oct. 1. On Wednesday, Oct. 16, Reuters reported that local residents have cast doubt on Mexican soldiers’ account of the incident, increasing scrutiny on Mexico’s… -
Zillow adds climate-risk tool to listings, researchers weigh in on viability
The recent hurricanes in Florida have some people thinking about the possible threats extreme weather can have on their homes. In addition, recent numbers show climate risks have become a critical consideration in buying homes, which led to Zillow launching a climate-risk tool. But, how reliable is the new tool? The real estate website teamed… -
Ukraine turns to creative ads to boost military recruiting
Both Russia and Ukraine have been struggling to attract new recruits for their fighting forces, but Ukraine now has a new strategy. The Ukrainian military has turned to an unconventional ad campaign to drum up extra interest. Part of the Third Assault Brigade has functioned more like a production company than a military unit. Members… -
More than 2,000 cleaning supplies contain chemicals linked to health issues
Keeping a clean home is a big step in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but what if the products a person uses to clean their home are part of the problem? According to the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit that researches and advocates for safer products, more than 2,000 cleaning supplies may contain substances linked to health… -
Mask mandates return for some California health care workers
Mask mandates are returning for at least some California residents. Starting Nov. 1, five bay-area counties will require employees at hospitals and other health care facilities to mask up to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the flu and other seasonal viruses. The counties included are Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, San Mateo and Napa.… -
Animal rights groups warn of abandoned pets as Cubans flee in record numbers
Cubans are fleeing their homes in record numbers, fueled by fears of shifting U.S. immigration policy and poverty caused by mass inflation, as reported on Saturday, Oct. 12. More than 1 million Cubans have reportedly left the nation since 2020, which is around a tenth of the island’s population. Additionally, many Cubans are resorting to… -
Researchers achieve first-ever communication in lucid dreams
In a new scientific achievement, researchers at REMspace successfully facilitated communication between two people in their dreams. The milestone, reminiscent of concepts from the film “Inception,” brought dream-based communication closer to reality. The company behind the breakthrough said it was possible by tapping into REM sleep, a phase where lucid dreaming can occur. Lucid dreaming… -
More than 30 couples vie for beer and cash in Wife Carrying Championship
More than 30 couples competed in the annual North American Wife Carrying Championship on Saturday, Oct. 12, in Western Maine. Competitors had to jump over logs, splash through water and slog through mud, all while carrying a partner, in hopes of claiming the grand prize. Traditionally, the event featured male competitors carrying a woman, but… -
Sam’s Club tests all-digital store that has no checkout lanes
Sam’s Club is testing a checkout-free shopping experience, leaning heavily on its Scan & Go app to eliminate the hassle of long lines. The Walmart-owned membership club has reopened a store in Dallas, featuring a showroom-like space where customers can scan items with their phones as they browse everything from diamonds to cars, according to… -
Steam gets ahead of new CA law, informs users they don’t own their games
Steam is informing its users that they don’t fully own the games they purchase, as a new California law on digital content ownership looms. The law, taking effect next year, aims to bring transparency to digital marketplaces by clarifying that users are buying licenses, not permanent ownership of games on such platforms. Steam, the largest… -
Monet piece stolen more than 80 years ago by Nazis returned to family
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) returned a painting by renowned artist Claude Monet dating back to 1865 known as “Bord de Mer,” which was stolen by Nazis on the eve of WWII to the granddaughters of its original Jewish owner. On Wednesday, Oct. 9, the FBI presented the artwork to the family, ending a… -
Heart health is key in reducing risk of dementia: AHA
A new statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) revealed that heart health plays a critical role in maintaining brain functions as people age. Research from neurology professors at the University of Illinois emphasized that adopting a healthy lifestyle early and managing heart disease risk factors can help prevent cognitive decline. Heart disease, which affects… -
Twitch becoming a hub of political commentary this election year
An unlikely streaming platform has become a major hub for election news. Twitch is typically used by gamers to broadcast live video games and for public figures to interact with fans. Now, Gen Z and millennials, who are the majority of users on Twitch, are watching for political commentary on the platform. Twitch first gained…
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