The global obesity crisis is reaching alarming levels, with more than one billion people around the world suffering from obesity. This number has more than quadrupled since 1990, according to a study released by the Lancet medical journal. The “epidemic” is particularly affecting poorer countries, where the rates of obesity are skyrocketing among children and
The Minnesota Vikings made the shocking announcement that they plan to release running back Alexander Mattison after five seasons with the team. This decision came after a disappointing year where Mattison failed to secure the starting job following the departure of Dalvin Cook. The move to release Mattison will result in the Vikings saving $3.35
In a landscape where China’s low consumer confidence and sluggish growth are hot topics among economists and investors, Yum China CEO Joey Wat presents a different perspective. Despite concerns over the broader Chinese economy, Yum China’s stock has fallen significantly over the past year, while its revenue continues to grow. Wat attributes this growth to
The sudden and tragic death of Thomas Kingston, the husband of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent’s daughter Lady Gabriella Kingston, has left many in shock. According to an inquest held at Gloucestershire Coroner’s Court, Thomas Kingston died from a “traumatic head wound” that was discovered after his father found him deceased in an outbuilding
The latest reports on the effectiveness of flu shots in the ongoing winter flu season in the United States have been released. According to health officials at a recent CDC vaccines meeting, the vaccines have shown an effectiveness rate of around 40% in preventing adults from falling ill to the extent of requiring medical attention.
The recent and unexpected death of Foremost Group CEO Angela Chao has sparked a criminal investigation, according to the Blanco County Sheriff’s Office in Texas. Chao, who is the sister-in-law of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, was found dead in a pond on a private ranch in Johnson City, Texas, under suspicious circumstances. Despite initial
The world was shocked when news broke that acclaimed actor Heath Ledger had passed away at the young age of 28. Director Stephen Gaghan, who had formed a close bond with Ledger, was particularly devastated by the news. The two had been planning to adapt Malcolm Gladwell’s book, “Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking,”
The recent announcement of Ford electric vehicle owners being able to utilize Tesla Superchargers marks a significant shift in the strategy of Elon Musk’s Tesla. This partnership, along with a similar agreement with General Motors, signifies a departure from the exclusivity that Tesla’s charging network once held. Ford CEO, Jim Farley, expressed optimism about the
The long-awaited merger between Major League Pickleball (MLP) and the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) has finally been completed, bringing new capital and opportunities to the sport. This merger will bring together the two largest pickleball organizations into a single holding company while maintaining their unique brands and formats. The agreement, which has been in the
Controversial left-wing firebrand George Galloway has managed to secure a surprising victory in the Rochdale by-election. Galloway, a former Labour MP and Celebrity Big Brother contestant, was standing for the Workers Party of Britain and managed to garner an impressive 12,335 votes. This resulted in a majority of 5,697, beating out independent candidate David Anthony