In a surprising turn of events, Patrick Bertoletti emerged victorious at this year’s Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, dethroning the 16-time winner Joey Chestnut. Bertoletti, a 39-year-old from Illinois, devoured a total of 58 hot dogs within the allotted 10-minute time frame, earning him the coveted Mustard Yellow Belt in the men’s category. Meanwhile, Miki
The landscape of women’s soccer is experiencing a significant shift with the rise of private equity investments in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). While other major sports leagues in the U.S. have allowed private equity firms to hold passive, minority stakes, the NWSL stands out as the only league that has permitted these firms
Recently, a Seattle-area plastic surgery provider, Allure Esthetic, and its owner, Javad Sajan, were accused of engaging in unethical practices such as posting fake positive reviews and threatening patients over negative ones. This led to a lawsuit being brought against them by Attorney General Bob Ferguson, resulting in a federal consent decree that requires Allure
Bitcoin experienced a significant drop in price, falling to around $57,000 per unit after the U.S. Federal Reserve announced that it was not planning to cut interest rates. This news came after the release of minutes from the Fed’s June meeting that indicated a reluctance to lower rates until there is clear evidence of inflation
Threads, the microblogging platform launched last year as an alternative to X, has recently reached a significant milestone of 175 million monthly active users. Owned by Meta, the platform has seen a rapid growth in its user base since its launch on July 6. The success of Threads can be attributed to its user-friendly interface
The recent increase in Australia’s Location Offset scheme to 30% has been met with great enthusiasm and celebration within the country’s screen industry. The announcement of this legislation back in May has now officially come into effect as of July 1. This change raises the rebate for TV and film productions shooting in Australia from
Competitors at the Paris Olympics are embracing the latest cutting-edge swimsuits in hopes of gaining a competitive edge in the pool. Speedo has introduced a new version of its Fastskin LZR Racer suit, designed to be the most water-repellent yet. Athletes like Emma McKeon, Caeleb Dressel, and Adam Peaty are relying on these suits to
LeBron James’ decision to return to the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-year, $104 million contract has sent shockwaves through the NBA. This deal not only secures James for his 22nd NBA season but also includes a player option for 2025-26 and a no-trade clause, giving him significant control over his future. The contract structure
Recent headlines have shed light on some disturbing incidents within the healthcare industry that have left many questioning the integrity of medical professionals. From accusations of patient harm to fraudulent practices, these cases have sparked outrage and concern among the public. One such case involves the death of a young nurse from Ohio, Carrissa Stevenson,
Ford recently announced a 1% increase in sales during the second quarter compared to the same period last year. This growth was primarily driven by a 5% increase in truck sales, which totaled 308,920 vehicles. The F-Series, with a total of 199,463 vehicles sold, contributed significantly to this impressive performance. Sales of Ford electric vehicles
