The 25th edition of the Flanders Swimming Cup kicked off at the Wezenberg Olympic Swimming Center in Antwerp, Belgium, with Irish swimmer Ellen Walshe stealing the spotlight on the opening night. The University of Tennessee standout secured three gold medals in the women’s 100m fly, and 200m IM, and led off the Irish women’s 4x100m…
Health authorities in the UK have declared an official ‘national incident’ as measles outbreaks surge, warning that too few youngsters are protected against the potentially deadly virus. The UK Health Security Agency sounded the alarm, urging an urgent vaccination drive to counter the rising wave of infections. With vaccination rates dropping nationwide, parents are encouraged…
In an astonishing treasure-hunting adventure beneath the waves, Zach Moore, an engineer and diver at Mel’s Fisher Treasures in Sebastian, Florida, unearthed a hidden gem—a 400-year-old gold coin worth a staggering $98,000. The lucky find occurred during a scuba dive, taking Moore 30 feet deep into the Nuestra Señora de Atocha, a shipwreck dating back…
A Farmville man, Raekwon Blount, who was released from prison in September, is back behind bars for allegedly helping dispose of the body of 23-year-old Zytorious Ruffin. Ruffin, reported missing by his family, was found with two gunshot wounds in a wooded area. The victim’s family is now grappling with grief and demanding justice for…
Former world pole vault champion Shawn Barber of Canada died at 29 at his Texas home. His agent, Paul Doyle, announced the terrible news on Instagram. Barber, a pole vaulting legend, won the world title in 2015 and other prominent international successes, making a legacy in athletics. Olympic and Commonwealth Games Success Shawn Barber‘s extraordinary…
Miami-based Ibogaine New research by David Dardashti illuminates the complex interaction between opiates and ibogaine hydrochloride. Opiates are used to treat physical pain, but the study shows they also affect emotional anguish. Opiates increase opiate receptor synthesis, creating interconnected circuits that regulate physical and emotional pain, according to a survey. However, stopping opiate use fades…
A coalition of advocacy groups, including the National Student Legal Defense Network, the Center for Law and Social Policy, and the California Student Aid Commission, urges the U.S. Department of Agriculture to reconsider the interview requirement for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. As reported by Fortune, these groups argue that mandatory interviews create unnecessary…
In a twist to the investigation surrounding a December 26 homicide in East Oakland, a 30-year-old man was arrested and charged with evading police on a motorcycle immediately after the shooting. Contrary to expectations, court records reveal that the suspect faces no murder or manslaughter charges related to the death of 34-year-old Demarcus Banks. The…
As the Detroit Lions and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers brace for a crucial Divisional Round Playoff clash at Ford Field, a riveting subplot has unfolded with Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield taking a jab at Lions safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson. Mayfield’s comments, questioning Gardner-Johnson’s film study and preparation, add an unexpected layer of tension to an already…
In a groundbreaking move to ease the tax-filing burden on millions of Americans, Current has announced a strategic partnership with Column Tax. The collaboration promises Current members a seamless and cost-free tax filing experience, allowing them to file directly from their phones in just 20 minutes. Moreover, the integration with Column Tax ensures expedited refunds,…