Category: World
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The United Kingdom Prepares for the Coronation of King Charles III
Great Britain is making its final preparations for a celebration that has taken years and years to happen: the coronation of King Charles III, this Saturday (6). An ancient ritual, but designed to be broadcast on television, the coronation and the events surrounding it draw the world’s attention to a royal family that has become…
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Kremlin Attacked by Drones. Russia Blames Ukraine and the U.S.
The Russian government reported that a supposed attack on the Kremlin occurred in the early hours of Wednesday (3). Two “unmanned aerial vehicles” (drones) were intercepted and destroyed before causing any damage, the government stated. Later, images of the alleged attack began to appear on social media. The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, was not in…
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The Two Largest Economies in Latin America Surprise with Growth Greater than Expected
Brazil and Mexico surprised investors with stronger-than-expected growth, according to data released on Friday (28), indicating that the largest economies in Latin America are holding up amid high interest rates and accelerating inflation. The economic activity of Brazil (GDP) rose 3.3% in February, according to the country’s central bank, about three times the increase of…
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29 Years Without Ayrton Senna
Ayrton Senna died on this day in 1994 in a car accident during the San Marino Grand Prix in Imola. 29 years have passed, but the driver remains alive in the memory of millions of people around the world. How can we not remember him and that fateful day every May 1st? When you imagine…
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Reverse ATMs Dispense Cash and Skip Cards
As stores, restaurants, and various other types of businesses try to become completely cash-free, a new type of ATM is increasingly being installed in businesses across the country. The “reverse ATMs” dispense cards with stored value. The businesses that are avoiding cash—a trend accelerated by the pandemic—are led by amusement parks, casinos, and sports stadiums,…
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While Congress Stalls, Biden Opens the Back Door for Immigrants
Amid years of deadlock in Congress over comprehensive immigration reform, President Biden has opened a back door to allow hundreds of thousands of new immigrants to enter the country. Last year, the government launched a humanitarian program to offer refuge to people fleeing Ukraine, Haiti, and Latin America, providing immigrants with the opportunity to quickly…
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How to Claim Your Share of the $725 Million Facebook Will Pay to Users
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If you used Facebook in the United States between May 2007 and December 2022, you are entitled to request a share of a $725 million settlement that Facebook’s parent company has agreed to pay to resolve a class-action lawsuit against the social network. Users can enter their information on the website facebookuserprivacysettlement.com to receive payment…
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4/20 Is Weed Day: How the Date Became More Celebrated Among Americans
April 20th is the unofficial holiday for marijuana. The date is becoming so iconic that an increasing number of American cannabis consumers plan to take the day off to celebrate, of course, by using the substance. According to information obtained by Forbes Magazine, a recent survey conducted by AYR Wellness, a leading cannabis operator in…
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A 13-Year-Old Boy Dies After Participating in TikTok’s ‘Benadryl Challenge’
A 13-year-old boy from Ohio died after attempting the dangerous ‘Benadryl Challenge’ on TikTok.
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‘Zombie Drug’ Spreads Rapidly in the U.S.
Fentanyl – the deadliest drug in the country – is becoming even more dangerous. In the United States, the opioid is increasingly being mixed with Xylazine, a powerful tranquilizer approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in animals like horses. But on the streets, it is known as “tranq” or “tranq dope,”…