In 2005, a series of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions caused Ethiopia to split open. Now, geologists studying the site believe that the enormous fault line may actually break apart Africa into two continents, and create a brand new ocean with it, something that has never before been observed. The original split in Ethiopia occurred in…
An ancient supercontinent called Gondwana included a continent called Argoland that was thought to be lost some 155 million years ago. Recently; however, scientists have miraculously located the continent in an unexpected place. It so happens that an ocean off of western Australia held the answers they were looking for all along. When Gondwana was…
In the ongoing discourse surrounding climate change, a stark divide often emerges along political lines, with Republicans frequently portrayed as skeptical or dismissive of the scientific consensus on the issue. While numerous factors contribute to this phenomenon, two primary influences stand out: One is the deeply ingrained political ideology propagated by conservative-leaning networks like Fox…
In the ever-changing landscape of California’s fast food industry, a formidable challenge looms large, threatening the very core of iconic chains such as McDonald’s and Burger King. Once stalwarts of American dining, these establishments now confront a confluence of economic hurdles that jeopardize their survival. Minimum wage hikes and inflation may bring to close the…
With the imminent enforcement of Senate Bill 478 on July 1, which mandates a statewide ban on service fees in California, restaurant owners statewide are undergoing significant adaptations to their operational frameworks. From bustling city centers to serene coastal enclaves, dining establishments are recalibrating strategies to comply with the new legislation that bars any added…
California recently made a decision that affects how much Californians pay for electricity. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) gave permission for big utility companies like Pacific Gas & Electric to add a fixed charge to people’s monthly power bills. This charge covers the cost of setting up and maintaining the equipment needed to deliver…
In a recently released secret recording, Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito criticized the media for its persistent criticism of the U.S. Supreme Court, which he claims has eroded public trust in the judiciary. The recording, made by journalist and political consultant Lauren Windsor, was captured during the Supreme Court Historical Society’s dinner on June 3…
In a concerning development, two feral pigs discovered in Calaveras County, California, have been found to be carrying a potentially lethal virus, raising alarms about the safety of pets in the area. The United States Department of Agriculture identified the presence of the Peudorabies (PRV) virus in samples taken from these pigs, within a 10-mile…
Less than a month following the bankruptcy filings of subsidiaries under the Zachry Group, a significant player in the construction and engineering sector, the fallout has hit hard. Zachry Industrial, a prominent arm of the conglomerate, has announced a staggering layoff affecting over 4,000 employees. The revelation came through a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notice…
This week, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) informed its staff that they would be laying off 500 or more people in the next 90 days. The announcement, made through a letter sent to employees on Thursday, cited increasing costs of supplies and labor as major contributing factors in their decision-making process. Although the exact…
