Shohei Otani may only be in his sixth year of MLB, but he is already one of the greatest players to ever grace the league. As of now, he has a career strike out of 507, and he has officially surpassed the legendary Babe Ruth ’s total strikeouts (501) as a pitcher.
Day: May 12, 2023
Op-Ed: Medical Racism Is a Thing-Let’s Stop Downplaying It
A recent study revealed that Black people who live in US counties with Black doctors have a higher life expectancy, and all I can say is that this is not a coincidence. Due to a mix of systematic and medical racism, Black people all over the U.S. are dying of illnesses that white people seamlessly overcome. This study did not reveal the cause of the overwhelming evidence being a portrayal of the deep necessity for Black doctors, however, it doesn’t take a genius to know that what the problem is.
Oklahoma! starring Hugh Jackman will come to movie theaters in July
The National Theatre’s 1998 production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Oklahoma!’ is heading to the silver screens. The Olivier Award-winning revival starred then-newcomer Hugh Jackman as Curly and was filmed following the record-breaking London run. The film will be screened in more than 800 cinemas for two days only – Sunday, July 16, and Wednesday, July 19. Screenings will be held in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, Norway, and Australia.
Animals on Movies: The Ethics of Animal Training
We’ve seen it at circuses and marine parks, at zoos and racetracks. When animals are used for entertainment, they suffer—and the film and TV industries are no exception. Often torn away from their mothers as infants and subjected to lives of punishment and deprivation, animals used in movie and television productions have no control over their lives.
Why You Should Replace Coffee with Matcha
Ever walk around town and wonder what that little green drink everyone can’t stop talking about? The popular drink called ‘Matcha,’ made its way as a trending alternative to notorious coffee drinkers. The popularization of Matcha entered all avenues from healthcare to even your local coffee shop.
Brett Favre withdraws defamation lawsuit against Pat McAfee
Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre said he is no longer suing former NFL player and sports commentator Pat McAfee for defamation. Favre filed a defamation suit against McAfee in February over comments he made about Favre’s involvement in a welfare case in Mississippi calling him a “thief” who was “stealing from poor people in Mississippi.”
Federal Investigation into Brazil Soccer Match-Fixing
Brazilian soccer, known for its flamboyant style and passionate fans, has been hit by a match-fixing scandal that has sent shockwaves through the country’s football community. The investigation was launched after authorities received information about a group of players and officials who were allegedly involved in manipulating the outcome of matches for financial gain.
K-Pop Stars BTS Will Release a Book Telling Their Own Story in July
BTS , the notorious K pop boy band , has become a global cultural phenomenon, selling out stadiums and dominating charts around the world, and they just recently revealed that they would be releasing their first book Beyond The Story: 10 Year Record of BTS on July 9 , 2023.
WHO says monkeypox is no longer a global health emergency
The World Health Organization declared on Thursday the monkeypox outbreak is no longer a global health emergency. Over the last three months, there have been nearly 90% fewer cases compared to the previous three-month period.
Migrants met by Border Patrol vans shortly after Title 42 lifted
About two hours after the end of Title 42, dozens of migrants had already boarded three white school buses in small groups, Border Patrol vans partially obscuring the media’s ability to see them. The bus was flanked by members of the National Guard and Border Patrol in green and camouflage uniforms. After the van left, border authorities closed the outermost chain-link fence and sealed it with a heavy lock. Homeland Security officials predicted 10,000 migrants per day would try to cross into the U.S. after the lifting of Title 42, the pandemic-era policy that immediately expelled migrants millions of times without providing asylum hearings.
Elon Musk says he has chosen new Twitter CEO, will step down within weeks
On Friday, Elon Musk announced that he will be stepping down from Twitter CEO and has chosen Linda Yaccarino, ex- NBC Universal advertising executive, as his replacement.
Trump files intent to appeal civil suit verdict
One day after former president Donald J. Trump was found liable for sexual battery and defamation in a civil suit filed by E. Jean Carroll, Trump has filed his intent to appeal the verdict.
