Month: April 2023

Travolta’s Suit In ‘Saturday Night Fever’ Up for Auction

Travolta’s Suit In ‘Saturday Night Fever’ Up for Auction

We all remember John Travolta’s dancing in “Saturday Night Fever”, more specifically, his beautiful white suit as he swung his body to the song More Than a Woman by the Bee Gees. “Saturday Night Fever” is recognized as the movie that put disco music on the map, and this suit helped make it happen. The iconic, white, three-piece suit has now been actioned off for $260,000 dollars.

The Future of Cosmetics

The Future of Cosmetics

The beauty industry can be traced back to 4,000 BC when ancient Egyptians used kohl (a fine black powder) and other natural minerals to accentuate their eyes. In those days, cosmetics products were widely adopted by both men and women, and purchased in the local marketplace or made at home. Today, the beauty industry is worth a whopping $287.94 billion (about $890 per person in the US) dollars. By 2028, this number is expected to increase to $415.29 billion (or $1,300 per person in the US) dollars.

Tiger Woods Undergoes ‘Successful’ Surgery Following Masters Withdrawal

Tiger Woods Undergoes ‘Successful’ Surgery Following Masters Withdrawal

Following his withdrawal from The Masters, it was confirmed that Tiger Woods had undergone a “successful” ankle surgery but could be out for at least six months. Sports fans begin to question his future in the game, with Woods himself feeling unsure about how much longer he can continue.

Does Matcha Really Have Enough Caffeine To Replace Your Morning Coffee

Does Matcha Really Have Enough Caffeine To Replace Your Morning Coffee

We stumble into our own feet while trying to make it to the kitchen before our workday begins. We turn on the coffee pot, praying it will ooze the brown liquid we religiously consume every morning. As someone who loves coffee, I myself have been switching it up recently with matcha as it reeks of health benefits.

ESPN Baseball Reporter Fired Over Incident

ESPN Baseball Reporter Fired Over Incident

Marly Rivera was a baseball reporter on the Home Run Derby, some “Sunday Night Baseball” telecasts, and was an ESPN Radio MLB playoff game analyst. She also wrote for ESPN’s digital platforms and had worked with ESPN for 13 years. Until an incident at Yankee Stadium eventually resulted in her getting fired.

Dire Warning Issued as US-China Conflict Could Be ‘On the Brink’ of War

Dire Warning Issued as US-China Conflict Could Be ‘On the Brink’ of War

After American billionaire Ray Dalio returned from his China trip with grim warnings, policy experts are chiming in on “the scale of the threat” the Communist Chinese Party poses to national security.

Vice President Testifies Regarding Trump Investigation

Vice President Testifies Regarding Trump Investigation

Former Vice President Mike Pence testified on Thursday to a federal grand jury in relation to the Trump investigation. Now you might be thinking, which one? Former President Donald Trump has definitely surpassed everyone when it comes to all the investigations he has faced; however, this one is related to the outcome of the 2020 election.

Do You Really Need Protein Powder?

Do You Really Need Protein Powder?

As a result of our ever-increasing health consciousness, protein powder (mostly in the form of protein shakes) has become a popular addition to people’s diets, with advertised benefits promising big muscle gains and reduced appetite. But does the average American just trying to stay fit truly need protein powder, even after a moderate workout? Science says: maybe not.

Should There be Age Limits for Politicians Holding Office?

Should There be Age Limits for Politicians Holding Office?

Under the United States Constitution, the age requirement for federal office states that a candidate must be 35 years old to run for president, 30 to run for Senate, and 25 to run for the House. While there is a strict minimum age requirement, this brings up the conversation of whether a maximum age limit needs to be implemented.

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