Author: John Spears

Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts tour includes a campaign called Fund 4 Good, focusing on protecting women’s reproductive rights. At a recent St. Louis concert, a table was set up for concertgoers to donate to abortion funds and pick up free emergency contraception like Plan B. This initiative was a collaboration with the National Network of Abortion Funds to support local chapters in various tour stops. Activists from organizations like Right by You and the Missouri Abortion Fund staffed the table, handing out emergency contraception to surprised and grateful concertgoers. Many expressed disbelief that they could receive the pills for free, highlighting…

The 2024 NFL Draft took the football world by storm as teams made bold moves to secure their future. The Chicago Bears started things off with a bang, selecting Caleb Williams as the No. 1 overall pick and building their offense around the talented quarterback. Meanwhile, the Washington Football Team chose Jayden Daniels to be the face of their franchise, potentially slotting him in as their rookie quarterback. The New England Patriots also made a splash by likely selecting Drake Maye to continue investing in their offense. The Arizona Cardinals addressed the lack of size in their offense by picking…

Alex Garland’s highly anticipated thriller “Civil War” made its premiere at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats. The film depicts a chilling vision of a fictional America torn apart by civil war, with broken supply lines, deserted highways, and a fractured military. Starring Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons, “Civil War” initially drew controversy with its trailer but ultimately received positive feedback at the festival. Set in a dystopian near future, the story follows four intrepid combat journalists as they journey from New York to the war-torn frontline in Charlottesville, Virginia. Garland, known…

In a surprising turn of events, NC State pulls off a stunning upset against second-seeded Duke in the ACC tournament quarterfinals. Despite Duke’s reputation and double-bye as top seed, the Blue Devils couldn’t find their rhythm, missing their first nine field-goal attempts. Duke sophomore Kyle Filipowski put up an impressive 28 points and 14 rebounds, but NC State’s defense proved to be too much in the second half. NC State maintained their winning streak, following victories over Louisville and Syracuse. NC State’s strong 3-point shooting and the return of guard DJ Horne from injury were key factors in their halftime…

In a disappointing turn of events, Tokyo start-up Space One’s ‘Kairos’ rocket suffered a catastrophic failure shortly after lift-off in western Japan on Wednesday. The explosion not only resulted in a large plume of smoke but also sent fiery debris flying near the launchpad. Space One had high hopes of becoming Japan’s first private company to successfully put a satellite into orbit. However, the recent incident has raised significant questions about the safety and reliability of private space industry ventures. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the explosion. Nevertheless, the failure of the ‘Kairos’ rocket represents a…

A team of experts from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has arrived in Chicago to help manage a recent measles outbreak in the city. Chicago had its first case of measles since 2019, with a total of eight cases reported so far. The CDC experts will be working closely with local health departments to identify individuals at risk and provide guidance on vaccination campaigns. Measles is a highly contagious virus that can cause serious complications, but it is preventable with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Cook County Health is collaborating with local health departments…

Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, recently addressed concerns about an edited family photo that was shared on social media on Mother’s Day. The photo, which showed Middleton, her husband Prince William, and their three children, had discrepancies that were pointed out by fans, leading news agencies like the Associated Press, Reuters, and Getty to pull the image from their platforms. Middleton admitted to occasionally experimenting with editing photos but did not confirm whether she herself edited the controversial photo. Speculation remains regarding Middleton’s overall health and whereabouts in recent months, with some questioning if she had a hand in…

The NFL free agency period is in full swing, and Yahoo Sports is your one-stop shop for all the latest updates, reports, and rumors. As teams gear up to make moves during this crucial time, fantasy experts from Yahoo Sports are providing live reactions to all the player signings from a fantasy perspective. The “legal tampering” period kicked off today at noon ET, allowing teams to negotiate contracts with unrestricted free agents. This window of opportunity will close on Wednesday, March 13 at 4 p.m. ET, marking the official start of the NFL free agency period. Frank Schwab, a writer…

Former President Donald Trump doubled down on his denial of writer E. Jean Carroll’s allegations during a recent campaign rally in Georgia. Trump reiterated his claim that Carroll had made false accusations against him, particularly regarding an alleged rape in the 1990s. During the rally, Trump also mentioned that he had posted a $91 million bond this week as he appeals a defamation verdict against him related to Carroll’s claims. In this case, a jury did not find Trump liable for rape but awarded Carroll $5 million for defamation. Additionally, another case found Trump defamed Carroll while in office, resulting…

In a groundbreaking development in the field of obesity and cardiovascular disease treatment, the FDA has approved ‘Wegovy’ for use as a heart disease prevention medication. Wegovy, an injectable semaglutide manufactured by Novo Nordisk, is now indicated to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke in adults with cardiovascular disease who are overweight or obese. This approval marks a significant milestone as Wegovy is the first weight-loss medication to be approved for preventing life-threatening cardiovascular events. The decision came after a large double-blind trial with 17,600 participants, which showed a notable reduction in cardiovascular death, heart attack,…