Albert S. Ruddy, a charismatic Canadian-born producer and writer who won Oscars for “The Godfather” and “Million Dollar Baby,” passed away at the age of 94. Ruddy, who also developed the prison-sports comedy “The Longest Yard” and helped create the hit sitcom “Hogan’s Heroes,” died peacefully at the UCLA Medical […]
This town built a partition to protect its view. They found holes.
The town of Fujikawaguchiko in Japan recently took an unusual step to address the issue of over-tourism and overcrowding. Last Tuesday, officials erected a large black screen in an attempt to prevent tourists from taking photos of the iconic Mount Fuji, which has become a popular spot for visitors to […]
Joe Biden’s campaign relies on last-minute sneak attack in Ohio
Last week, President Joe Biden was facing the real possibility of being excluded from the ballot in Ohio after a misstep by his election campaign. The Democratic National Committee was planning to nominate him at the party convention, weeks after the Buckeye State’s Aug. 7 deadline for nomination. Now, Biden […]
Contestants to count as many insects as possible in an hour
In a small patch of greenery nestled between Berlin’s Natural History Museum and a busy street, various insects can be observed going about their daily lives. Bumble bees flit from flower to flower, a ladybug makes its way along a leaf covered in aphids, and other bugs crawl around. This […]
Harvey Weinstein to appear in the same courthouse as Trump
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, is scheduled to appear before a judge on Wednesday afternoon in the same New York City courthouse where former President Donald Trump is currently on trial. Weinstein is awaiting a retrial on rape charges after his 2020 conviction was overturned. During the court hearing, […]
Kodi, a griffon mix, wins cinema’s most prestigious prize for a dog
The Palm Dog awards, which honor the canine stars of the Cannes Film Festival, have announced this year’s winner: Kodi the griffon mix, who plays Cosmos in the Swiss comedy-drama “Dog on Trial.” Kodi narrowly beat out Xin, a sighthound from the Chinese drama “Black Dog,” who took home the […]
Manhattanhenge: What to know about the twice-yearly phenomenon
Twice per year, New Yorkers and visitors are treated to a phenomenon known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers. The event is a favorite of photographers and often brings people out onto sidewalks […]
Scorned umpire Ángel Hernández retires, 7 years after failed lawsuit
Angel Hernandez, a longtime umpire who unsuccessfully sued Major League Baseball for racial discrimination, has announced his immediate retirement after a career spanning more than three decades. Throughout his career, the 62-year-old Hernandez was often criticized by players, managers, and fans for missed calls and quick ejections, some of which […]
Donald Trump gets a big win in court Tuesday
Former President Donald Trump spent Tuesday sitting inside a New York courtroom, listening to the closing arguments in his hush-money trial, and awaiting a verdict. At the same time, Trump scored a huge legal victory… 1,000 miles away. On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon in Florida denied prosecutors’ request […]
ChatGPT maker Sam Altman just made a shocking pledge
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, the San Francisco-based company behind ChatGPT, has joined the Giving Pledge, a group of wealthy philanthropists who have committed to donating more than half of their fortunes to charity. The announcement comes after a turbulent six months for Altman, who Forbes says amassed much […]
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