Author: Nicole Roney

A recent poll conducted by Yahoo News/YouGov revealed that cow’s milk still reigns supreme among U.S. adults, with 52% of respondents indicating that they still drink some type of milk occasionally. The poll, which surveyed 1,746 adults between April 11 and 15, also found that 31% of respondents rarely or never drink any type of milk. When it comes to the type of milk consumed, whole milk and 2% cow’s milk were the top choices, preferred by 32% and 22% of respondents respectively. Surprisingly, only 9% of respondents opt for plant-based milk, with almond milk being the most favored among…

AT&T Inc. Continues to See Growth with First Quarter Results AT&T Inc. has reported its first-quarter results, showcasing consistent growth in both its 5G and fiber customer additions. The telecommunications giant posted revenues of $30.0 billion, along with a diluted EPS of $0.47 and adjusted EPS of $0.55. Operating income stood at $5.8 billion, with adjusted operating income at $6.0 billion. Net income was reported at $3.8 billion, alongside adjusted EBITDA of $11.0 billion. Cash from operating activities increased to $7.5 billion year over year, while capital expenditures reached $3.8 billion and free cash flow increased to $3.1 billion. Highlights…

Slovenia Joins Artemis Accords, Aims for Space Sector Growth In a significant step towards expanding its presence in the global space exploration community, Slovenia signed the Artemis Accords on April 19. The Central European nation becomes the 39th country to join the Accords, following in the footsteps of Switzerland and Sweden in a wave of European support for sustainable space exploration. Matevž Frangež, state secretary of the ministry of the economy, tourism, and sport in Slovenia, signed the Accords during a ceremony in Ljubljana as part of the U.S. – Slovenia Strategic Dialogue. The Artemis Accords establish guidelines for responsible…

A Rare Sight: “Devil Comet” to Reach Peak Brightness Near Sun This Weekend Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts are in for a treat this weekend as the rarely-seen “Devil Comet,” also known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, will reach peak brightness as it passes near the sun. This comet, which visits the inner solar system every 71 years, is set to reach perihelion on Sunday, April 21. Known for its occasional outbursts, Comet 12P has earned various nicknames including the “Devil Comet” and the “Millennium Falcon.” These outbursts create a horned-like appearance as dust, rock, and ices are heated by the sun and turn…

Iconic actor Kevin Bacon made a surprise visit to Payson High School ahead of its scheduled demolition, much to the delight of students and community members. The visit was part of a campaign initiated by the school’s students and local residents to bring Bacon back to the iconic “Footloose” film location, which was filmed at the school 40 years ago. In partnership with the Utah Film Commission, efforts were made to bring Bacon back to Payson High School to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the beloved movie. His visit coincided with the school’s prom, which was appropriately themed “Everybody Cut…

The U.S. Senate has voted to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, a crucial surveillance law that allows the government to collect information on foreign targets. The legislation, approved with bipartisan support, extends the program for two years and now awaits President Joe Biden’s signature. Officials have stressed the importance of Section 702 in preventing terror attacks, cyber intrusions, and foreign espionage. However, the reauthorization faced obstacles due to concerns from privacy advocates and national security proponents. Attorney General Merrick Garland praised the reauthorization, emphasizing its role in safeguarding national security. Despite calls for further restrictions on…

Antarctica’s Mount Erebus, one of the world’s southernmost active volcanoes, is making headlines for more than just its fiery eruptions. Scientists have recently discovered that the volcano’s gas gusts contain tiny crystals of metallic gold, estimated to release about 80 grams of gold daily, worth approximately $6,000. This unexpected finding has intrigued researchers, as the gold dust from Mount Erebus can travel up to 621 miles from the volcano. The volcano’s unique location above a thin slice of crust allows molten rock to easily make its way to the surface, resulting in regular gas and steam emissions, as well as…

Federal agencies have recently provided reassurances that the bird flu outbreak on dairy farms does not pose a threat to the country’s food or milk supply. However, the Department of Agriculture has revealed that the virus is now spreading among cows and from cows to poultry. In a troubling development, bird flu infections have been detected in a cattle herd in North Carolina, with no visible symptoms. This suggests that the infections may be more widespread than previously believed. Despite this significant finding, the U.S.D.A. has not disclosed information about the bird flu infections in the cattle herd. Concerns have…

US Equities Plunge Due to Middle East Tensions and Interest Rate Fears In a significant turn of events, US equities experienced a sharp sell-off on Friday, resulting in tech stocks seeing their biggest weekly loss in 17 months. Tensions in the Middle East and concerns about potential interest rate hikes were cited as the main reasons for the sell-off. The S&P 500 index closed down 0.9%, marking the sixth consecutive session of losses and the third straight week of declines. The Nasdaq 100 fared even worse, dropping 2.1% and facing its largest weekly decline since November 2022. The Cboe Volatility…

In a recent development, tech giant Apple has removed popular messaging apps WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China. The decision was made following orders from China’s internet regulator citing national security concerns. Apple confirmed that they complied with the government order, emphasizing that they always adhere to the laws and regulations of the countries where they operate. Meta, the owner of both WhatsApp and Threads, directed all requests for comment to Apple. The Chinese government reportedly found inflammatory content related to President Xi Jinping on both apps. However, specific details about the content have not been disclosed,…