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Darrian Johnson

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Darrian Johnson is an experienced, conservative journalist who values facts (not feelings). Originally from Missouri, when he's not traveling for fly fishing, Darrian lives in Maryland.

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… Read More

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,… Read More

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… Read More

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… Read More

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… Read More

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… Read More

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… Read More

Longest-tenured flight attendant has died at 88

Bette Nash, who was once named the world’s longest-serving flight attendant, has died. She was 88. American Airlines, Nash’s employer, announced her passing on social media Saturday. The carrier noted that Nash spent nearly 70 years warmly caring for customers in the air. “Bette was a legend at American and… Read More

In an extreme race, competitors chase a wheel of cheese

On Monday, daring cheese enthusiasts threw caution to the wind to participate in one of Britain’s most extreme annual events: Cheese rolling. The event, which takes place at Cooper’s Hill near Gloucester in southwest England, attracted thousands of spectators who cheered on the brave racers as they chased 7-pound (3… Read More