Author: Adrian Garrett

Jessie Thompson, a 36-year-old mother of two living in Chicago, shared her experience of how the Covid-19 pandemic has shifted her daily routine in a recent interview. As a manager at United Airlines, Thompson no longer has to commute to the company headquarters in downtown Chicago thanks to a hybrid work schedule that allows her to work from home. This change has had a significant impact on Thompson’s life, allowing her to spend more time with her children and develop a deeper connection with her neighbors. She reflects on how her routine has evolved from rushing to catch a train…

In a groundbreaking move, the New York Giants have acquired pass-rusher Brian Burns from the Carolina Panthers in a trade that will also see him sign a massive $150 million contract with the team. This will make Burns the second highest-paid defensive end in NFL history, with a guaranteed $87.75 million in his contract. As part of the deal, the Giants will be sending a 2024 second-round pick, a 2025 fifth-round pick, and swapping fifth-round picks in the 2024 draft to the Panthers in exchange for Burns. The trade comes after negotiations for a long-term deal with the Panthers broke…

President Biden unveiled his highly anticipated budget proposal on Monday, coming in at a whopping $7.3 trillion. The budget is set to feature tax increases on corporations and high earners, in an effort to fund new spending on social programs and initiatives aimed at addressing high consumer costs such as housing and college tuition. This budget marks a slight departure from last year’s plan, which failed to gain approval from Congress. However, this year’s proposal includes some key changes, including a significant $100 billion allocation for border security and aid to allies like Israel and Ukraine. The budget is likely…

A recent study has shed light on the alarming environmental impact of the fast fashion industry. According to the research, the fashion industry has been identified as the second largest polluter in the world, ranking just behind the oil industry. The production and transportation of clothing items are major contributors to carbon emissions and water pollution. The demand for fast fashion encourages overconsumption and a throw-away culture, which ultimately leads to increased waste in landfills. Experts have warned that the current practices of the fashion industry are unsustainable and call for urgent action to address the environmental issues at hand.…

Hollywood A-listers were out in full force at the Oscars rehearsals, but it was director Steven Spielberg who stole the show with his unique approach to avoiding bad luck. The Oscar-winning filmmaker rehearsed without actually naming a winner, opting instead to keep things superstitious. Stars like Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Michael Keaton, and America Ferrera were seen having casual and unfiltered moments during rehearsals, adding a touch of authenticity to the glitzy event. Faux winners even took to the stage to give mock speeches, thanking the usual suspects and nominees. Outside the theater, the Oscars red carpet was buzzing with activity…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently issued new guidelines on isolating for respiratory infections, including COVID-19. The updated recommendations now state that individuals should stay home until 24 hours after their fever has disappeared and symptoms have lessened, a reduction from previous guidelines. The decision to revise the isolation time was made after considering various factors, including the toll of extended isolation on individuals and society, data from countries and states with similar guidelines, the increased availability of COVID treatments, and the decreased number of hospitalizations. Some health experts in the Lehigh Valley, such as Dr.…

The National Science Board has recently recommended that the United States invest $1.6 billion in the construction of an “extremely large telescope,” in order to propel American astronomy to new heights. The board has set a deadline of May for the National Science Foundation to choose between two competing proposals for the telescope, amid concerns that American astronomers are at risk of falling behind their European counterparts in telescope technology. The proposed telescopes in question are the Giant Magellan Telescope in Chile and the Thirty Meter Telescope in Hawaii, both of which are estimated to cost a whopping $3 billion…

The Oscars, known as the Super Bowl of awards season, is set to take place on Sunday, March 10, to celebrate excellence in the film industry. This year, “Oppenheimer” leads the pack with a total of 13 nominations, closely followed by “Poor Things” and “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Despite being snubbed in several categories, “Barbie” fans can still look forward to Ryan Gosling performing his Oscar-nominated song, “I’m Just Ken,” during the star-studded ceremony. The event will be broadcast live from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles starting at 7 p.m. E.T. For those eagerly anticipating the red…

In a league where stars shine bright, the story of Ben Simmons serves as a cautionary tale for sports teams in New York. The basketball player was recognized as one of the best NBA players in the 2019-20 season, but his time on the court has been cut short due to injuries. Simmons, who has only played in 57 out of 191 games with the Brooklyn Nets, has earned a staggering $86.3 million in the process. His situation raises comparisons to other high-paid athletes who have struggled to live up to expectations due to injuries, such as Allan Houston, David…

Former Alabama football coach Nick Saban shocked the sports world today as he announced his decision to leave the program. Saban cited player empowerment and the increasing ability for players to make money and change teams as key factors in his departure. In a press conference, Saban expressed concerns that players were more focused on playing time and financial gain rather than personal development and academic success. The changing landscape of college football, with wealthy boosters offering more financial incentives to players, made it increasingly difficult for Saban to recruit and retain top talent for the Alabama program. Saban also…