Study Reveals First Case , of an American Dolphin , Diagnosed With Bird Flu.
'Newsweek' reports that a new study has found
that a Florida dolphin was discovered with
a "highly pathogenic" form of bird flu.
'Newsweek' reports that a new study has found
that a Florida dolphin was discovered with
a "highly pathogenic" form of bird flu.
The case is the first cetacean ever recorded
in North America with highly pathogenic
avian influenza virus (HPAIV).
The case is the first cetacean ever recorded
in North America with highly pathogenic
avian influenza virus (HPAIV).
The study warns that a highly contagious
bird flu "could be catastrophic"
for cetacean species.
In March of 2022, a dolphin was found
"in distress" in a Dixie County canal and died
shortly after the arrival of a rescue team. .
A postmortem revealed that the dolphin suffered
from a number of health problems, including
leptomeninges disease and brain inflammation.
We still don't know where
the dolphin got the virus and
more research needs to be done, Richard Webby, Director of the World Health
Organization Collaborating Center for Studies
on the Ecology of Influenza in Animals and Birds at
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, via 'Newsweek'.
After first being detected in North America
in 2021, the virus has been spreading
among birds and other mammals.
After first being detected in North America
in 2021, the virus has been spreading
among birds and other mammals.
According to researchers, harbor seals and grey seals
in the area had died from the same virus. A small
amount were also found to have neurological symptoms.
So far, seals and sea lions have
been the primary mammal species
to be impacted by the disease. .
'Newsweek' reports that the recent study highlights the
importance of learning more about the virus in order to
potentially prevent it from spreading to further species.
'Newsweek' reports that the recent study highlights the
importance of learning more about the virus in order to
potentially prevent it from spreading to further species
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Missy Elliott Announces , First-Ever Headlining Tour.
The legendary rapper's first headlining tour was announced on April 8, 'People' reports.
"Out of This World — The Missy Elliott Experience" will visit 24 cities in North America.
Supporting acts include
Ciara, Busta Rhymes and Timbaland. .
Supporting acts include
Ciara, Busta Rhymes and Timbaland. .
Supporting acts include
Ciara, Busta Rhymes and Timbaland. .
This is an incredible time in
my life as I am experiencing
so many milestone ‘firsts.’ , Missy Elliott, via statement.
Being the FIRST female Hip Hop
artist to be inducted into the
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and now
going out on my FIRST headline tour, Missy Elliott, via statement.
Fans have been asking me to tour
forever, but I wanted to wait until I felt
the time was right because I knew if I
was ever going to do it, I had to do it
big, and I had to do it with family!, Missy Elliott, via statement.
So get ready to be taken OUT OF THIS
WORLD with me, Busta Rhymes, Ciara,
and Timbaland! We can’t wait to share
this experience with the fans!, Missy Elliott, via statement.
The tour is set to kick off at
Rogers Arena in Vancouver on July 4.
It will end August 22 at
Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL.
A Verizon presale will take place April 9 at
10 a.m. through April 11 at 10 p.m. local time.
Other tickets will be available
beginning April 12 at 10 a.m. local time.
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McDonald's Posts , Disappointing Q1 Results , Amid Ongoing Boycotts.
'The Independent' reports that McDonald's posted weaker-
than-expected results in the first quarter of 2024, as a result
of a boycott over the company's perceived support for Israel. .
'The Independent' reports that McDonald's posted weaker-
than-expected results in the first quarter of 2024, as a result
of a boycott over the company's perceived support for Israel. .
According to McDonald's, higher sales in the
United States helped the fast-food giant overcome
weakness in markets where the brand is being boycotted.
According to McDonald's, higher sales in the
United States helped the fast-food giant overcome
weakness in markets where the brand is being boycotted.
The company saw same-store sales rise by
1.9% worldwide between January and March,
below the Wall Street forecast of 2.1%.
Increased menu pricing and delivery demand
saw same-store sales in the U.S. increase by 2.5%.
In international markets, sales fell
by 0.2% for the first time since 2020.
Despite this, McDonald's said the company's revenue
increased 5% to reach $6.17 billion, while net income went
up 7% to $1.93 billion, in-line with Wall Street estimates.
'The Independent' reports that Muslim-majority
markets like Indonesia, Malaysia and the Middle East
have been boycotting McDonald's for months.
The boycotts started after a McDonald's franchise in
Israel announced in October that it would provide free
meals for Israeli troops amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
In the months since then, the company has tried to limit
the fallout by taking over all 225 McDonald's in the country
with the purchase of Alyonal Limited, its Israeli franchise.
Our hearts remain with
the communities and families
impacted by the war in the Middle East.
We abhor violence of any kind and
firmly stand against hate speech,
and we will always proudly
open our doors to everyone, McDonald's statement, via 'The Indepndent'.
Our hearts remain with
the communities and families
impacted by the war in the Middle East.
We abhor violence of any kind and
firmly stand against hate speech,
and we will always proudly
open our doors to everyone, McDonald's statement, via 'The Indepndent'
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Negotiations on Global Treaty , to End Plastic Pollution , Reach Critical Phase .
'The Independent' reports that negotiators from around
the world have met to discuss what could become
a global treaty meant to end plastic pollution. .
The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on
Plastic Pollution has begun agreeing on treaty language
at their fourth of five scheduled plastics summits.
The most ambitious and contentious
idea revolves around limiting how much
plastic can be manufactured globally.
As most plastics are made from fossil fuels
and chemicals, oil and gas exporters
have strongly objected to the limitations, along
with plastic-producing countries and companies.
According to Stewart Harris, an industry spokesperson
with the International Council of Chemical Associations,
the treaty also focuses on recycling and reuse. .
We want to see the treaty
completed. We want to work
with the governments on
implementing it. The private
sector has a role to play, Stewart Harris, an industry spokesperson
with the International Council of Chemical
Associations, via 'The Independent'.
'The Independent' reports that the Scientists’
Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty provided
scientific evidence on plastic pollution at
the negotiations.
I heard yesterday that there’s
no data on microplastics,
which is verifiably false:
21,000 publications on micro and
nanoplastics have been published, Bethanie Carney Almroth, an ecotoxicology professor at Sweden's University of Gothenburg who co-leads the coalition, via 'The Independent'.
Ecuador's chief negotiator, Walter Schuldt stressed that
countries present at the negotiation share a common
vision of moving forward in the treaty process.
Because at the end of the day,
we’re talking about the survival
of the future of life, not only
of human life but all sorts
of life on this planet, Walter Schuldt, Ecuador's chief
negotiator, via 'The Independent'
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Google Fires More Staffers , Following Protests Over , $1.2 Billion Israel Deal.
Google Fires More Staffers , Following Protests Over , $1.2 Billion Israel Deal.
'The Independent' reports that Google has fired at least
20 more workers following protests over the company
supplying Israel with technology amid the Gaza war.
'The Independent' reports that Google has fired at least
20 more workers following protests over the company
supplying Israel with technology amid the Gaza war.
A group representing the fired
workers said the total number of staff
terminated for protesting is now over 50. .
Internal turmoil at the tech giant revolves around
'Project Nimbus,' a 2021 contract for both Google and
Amazon to provide the Israeli government with technology. .
Internal turmoil at the tech giant revolves around
'Project Nimbus,' a 2021 contract for both Google and
Amazon to provide the Israeli government with technology. .
The $1.2 billion contract includes
cloud computing and artificial
intelligence services. .
The $1.2 billion contract includes
cloud computing and artificial
intelligence services. .
Last week, workers held sit-in
protests at Google's offices in both
New York and Sunnyvale, California.
The protests were organized by the group
No Tech For Apartheid, who said that 30 workers
were fired following the initial sit-in. .
According to Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for
No Tech For Apartheid, Google has now fired
"over 20" more workers, “including non-participating
bystanders during last week’s protests.”.
Google’s aims are clear:
the corporation is attempting
to quash dissent, silence
its workers, and reassert
its power over them, Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, via 'The Independent'.
In its attempts to do so,
Google has decided to
unceremoniously, and
without due process,
upend the livelihoods of
over 50 of its own workers, Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, via 'The Independent'.
In its attempts to do so,
Google has decided to
unceremoniously, and
without due process,
upend the livelihoods of
over 50 of its own workers, Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, via 'The Independent'.
Google has disputed the group's claims,
stressing that the company carefully found that, “every single one of those whose employment
was terminated was personally and definitively
involved in disruptive activity inside our buildings.”
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Upcoming , Lyrid Meteor Shower , May Be Hard to See.
'The Independent' reports that skywatchers
looking to catch the Lyrid meteor shower
may be foiled by the moon. .
This year's peak activity occurs
on April 21 and 22, with up to
20 meteors expected per hour. .
Potential viewing should
last through April 29. .
However, the American Meteor Society
warns that strong moonlight
may interfere with viewing. .
Every year, multiple meteor showers
occur and don't require special
equipment to see them. .
For the most part, meteor showers originate
from debris left behind by comets, like the Lyrids,
which come from the comet Thatcher. .
As these space rocks enter the Earth's atmosphere,
air resistance makes them extremely hot,
which causes the air around them to glow.
This glow leaves a fiery trail behind
the meteor, which can be observed
from the ground as a "shooting star.".
Look to the northeast and just
keep staring at the same spot
in the sky. It's always impressive
when you see these things, Don Pollacco, University of Warwick
astronomer, via 'The Independent'.
The Lyrids are best viewed from the Northern Hemisphere,
while the upcoming Eta Aquarids meteor shower
can best be seen from the Southern Hemisphere.
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Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion , Investment in Leading , UAE Technology Firm.
Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion , Investment in Leading , UAE Technology Firm.
'The Independent' reports that Microsoft has announced
a $1.5 billion investment in a leading United Arab
Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm. .
'The Independent' reports that Microsoft has announced
a $1.5 billion investment in a leading United Arab
Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm. .
The deal, overseen by the UAE's powerful national security
adviser, will see Microsoft president Brad Smith join
technology holding company G42's board of directors.
The deal, overseen by the UAE's powerful national security
adviser, will see Microsoft president Brad Smith join
technology holding company G42's board of directors.
The UAE's national security adviser,
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is the
current chairman of G42's board of directors. .
In a statement released on April 16, Microsoft
said the deal “was developed in close consultation
with both the UAE and U.S. governments.”.
In a statement released on April 16, Microsoft
said the deal “was developed in close consultation
with both the UAE and U.S. governments.”.
G42, which runs data centers in the Middle East
and elsewhere, has built the world's leading
Arabic-language AI model, Jais. .
According to Microsoft, G42 will move its
AI applications and services over to the U.S.
tech giant's cloud computing platform. .
According to Microsoft, G42 will move its
AI applications and services over to the U.S.
tech giant's cloud computing platform. .
The deal will also look to bring digital infrastructure
to regions that G42 has already established
a presence, including the Middle East and Africa.
'The Independent' reports that G42 previously cut ties with
Chinese hardware suppliers to limit U.S. concerns that
the company was closely tied to the Chinese government.
'The Independent' reports that G42 previously cut ties with
Chinese hardware suppliers to limit U.S. concerns that
the company was closely tied to the Chinese government.
Prior to Microsoft's investment, the company
reportedly faced allegations of spying for its
connection to a mobile phone app identified as spyware.
The tech company also faced accusations
that it gathered genetic material from
U.S. users for the Chinese government. .
The tech company also faced accusations
that it gathered genetic material from
U.S. users for the Chinese government.
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New Zealand's Caroline Powell claims victory in the Badminton Horse Trials as Britain's William Fox-Pitt confirms this year's event be his last. BBC Sport
An ex-prisoner has been sentenced to an indefinite hospital order for killing an elderly mobility scooter rider. Lee Byer, 45, was psychotic when he stabbed 87-year-old Thomas O’Halloran in Greenford, west London, in August 2022. Mr O’Halloran, originally from County Clare, was well-known in the Greenford community. Byer, who had had a string of convictions, was released from Wormwood Scrubs five days before the killing. Mental health reports found Byer was psychotic, hearing voices, and suffering from paranoid schizophrenia. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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Justin and Hailey Bieber , Make Big Pregnancy Announcement.
'E Online' reports that Hailey
and Justin Bieber are expecting
their first baby together. .
The happy couple shared the
news on Instagram on May 9.
The Grammy winner and the Rhode Skin
founder revealed the news with a video
of their Hawaiian vow renewal. .
The news comes almost six years
after the couple wed at a New York City courthouse in September of 2018.
One year later, the couple celebrated their marriage
with a lavish wedding ceremony in South Carolina.
One year later, the couple celebrated their marriage
with a lavish wedding ceremony in South Carolina.
The 'Love Yourself' singer first hinted at the couple's
plans to start a family in October of 2019, posting
a video of a father with his child, writing "this is
something I look forward to" on Instagram. .
The 'Love Yourself' singer first hinted at the couple's
plans to start a family in October of 2019, posting
a video of a father with his child, writing "this is
something I look forward to" on Instagram. .
In February of 2020, Justin explained in an interview
with Zane Lowe that he and Hailey wanted to "enjoy
being married for a little bit" before having kids.
In February of 2020, Justin explained in an interview
with Zane Lowe that he and Hailey wanted to "enjoy
being married for a little bit" before having kids.
In an appearance on Ellen DeGeneres' talk show,
Justin noted that the couple doesn't have
a set number of kids in mind, saying , "I'd love to have myself a little tribe, but yeah,
it's her body and whatever she wants to do.".
In an appearance on Ellen DeGeneres' talk show,
Justin noted that the couple doesn't have
a set number of kids in mind, saying , "I'd love to have myself a little tribe, but yeah,
it's her body and whatever she wants to do.".
In the Amazon Prime documentary, 'Justin
Bieber: Our World,' the couple gave fans
a glimpse of their family planning discussion. .
In the Amazon Prime documentary, 'Justin
Bieber: Our World,' the couple gave fans
a glimpse of their family planning discussion. .
My intention for 2021 is to continue
to set goals and have fun while
doing them. Make sure I put
my family first. And, hopefully,
we squish out a little nugget, Justin Bieber, 'Justin Bieber:
Our World', via Amazon Prime.
My intention for 2021 is to continue
to set goals and have fun while
doing them. Make sure I put
my family first. And, hopefully,
we squish out a little nugget, Justin Bieber, 'Justin Bieber:
Our World', via Amazon Prime
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All But One of the Wrongful Death Suits, Related to Astroworld Tragedy , Have Been Settled.
All But One of the Wrongful Death Suits, Related to Astroworld Tragedy , Have Been Settled.
'The Guardian' reports that all but one of
the wrongful death lawsuits filed in the wake
of the 2021 Astroworld crowd surge,
which killed ten people, have all been settled. .
'The Guardian' reports that all but one of
the wrongful death lawsuits filed in the wake
of the 2021 Astroworld crowd surge,
which killed ten people, have all been settled. .
According to Neal Manne, an attorney for Live Nation,
only the wrongful death claim for the youngest
victim, nine-year-old Ezra Blount, remains pending. .
According to Neal Manne, an attorney for Live Nation,
only the wrongful death claim for the youngest
victim, nine-year-old Ezra Blount, remains pending. .
The settlements come as jury selection
was scheduled to begin in the suit filed
by the family of 23-year-old Madison Dubiski,
one of the ten people killed at the festival. .
The settlements come as jury selection
was scheduled to begin in the suit filed
by the family of 23-year-old Madison Dubiski,
one of the ten people killed at the festival. .
The ten victims, between the ages of nine and 27,
were killed by compression asphyxia in a crowd
surge that also injured up to 300 other festival goers.
The ten victims, between the ages of nine and 27,
were killed by compression asphyxia in a crowd
surge that also injured up to 300 other festival goers.
One month after the November 5 incident,
the Harris county medical examiner ruled
that all ten of the deaths were accidental.
In June of 2023, a grand jury declined to
indict rapper Travis Scott along with five other
individuals, including the manager of the festival.
In June of 2023, a grand jury declined to
indict rapper Travis Scott along with five other
individuals, including the manager of the festival.
'The Guardian' reports that the official
investigation into the incident later found that
festival workers had expressed concerns over the safety
of the crowd while the performance was still ongoing.
However, the workers'
warnings fell on deaf ears. .
While the festival organizers had come up with a 56-page plan
to respond to potential crises like gun rampages and bombings,
the document did cover how to respond to a crowd surge.
While the festival organizers had come up with a 56-page plan
to respond to potential crises like gun rampages and bombings,
the document did cover how to respond to a crowd surge
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'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' swings in theaters this weekend. We're breaking down how it's doing at the domestic box office so far. The 20th Century and Disney movie kicked off its run with a promising $6.6 million in previews, including a special fan event mid-week and regular Thursday evening previews. This number suggests the film should be able to achieve, if not exceed, the $50 million to $55 million opening predicted by tracking.
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Disney has finally released the first trailer for 'Mufasa: The Lion King.' The film, directed by Barry Jenkins, serves as both an origin story and follow-up to Jon Favreau's 2019 movie 'The Lion King' which was based on the 1994 Disney animated classic of the same name. The new film will tell the backstory of Simba's father, Mufasa, an orphan who grew up to be a wise, powerful and compassionate ruler.
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2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees , Are Announced.
2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees , Are Announced.
This year's honorees are
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band.
This year's honorees are
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band.
This year's honorees are
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band.
Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang.
Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang.
Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang.
Ozzy Osbourne and
A Tribe Called Quest, NPR reports. .
Ozzy Osbourne and
A Tribe Called Quest, NPR reports. .
John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll
Hall of Fame Foundation, issued a
statement about this year's inductees.
Rock & Roll is an ever-evolving
amalgam of sounds that impacts
culture and moves generations, John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, via NPR.
This diverse group of inductees
each broke down musical barriers
and influenced countless artists
that followed in their footsteps, John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, via NPR.
Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton.
Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton.
Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Ahmet Ertegun Award, which honors those
who don't perform music but have made an impact
in the industry, will go to Suzanne de Passe.
The induction ceremony will take place on Oct. 19 and will stream live on Disney+.
It will be available to view on Hulu the following
day and will also air on ABC at a later date.
It will be available to view on Hulu the following
day and will also air on ABC at a later date
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Disney to Ban Visitors , Who Lie About Disabilities.
The Walt Disney Company says that there has
been an uptick in fraudulent disability claims at
its parks from people attempting to gain Disability Access Services (DAS), 'New York Post' reports. .
On April 15, the company said that anyone found to have lied about a disability to obtain these services will be banned from Disney parks permanently. .
If it is determined that any of the
statements a Guest made in the
process of obtaining DAS are not true,
the Guest will be permanently barred
from entering the Walt Disney World
Resort and the Disneyland Resort, The Walt Disney Company, via statement.
Any previously purchased Annual
Passes, Magic Key passes, tickets and
other park products and services...
will be forfeited and not refunded, The Walt Disney Company, via statement.
DAS allows people with disabilities
to skip waiting in lines.
The company's website previously indicated
that the service was for “guests who have
difficulty tolerating extended waits in a
conventional queue environment due to a disability.”.
The website has since been updated to read, , “DAS is intended to accommodate a small
percentage of Guests who, due to a developmental disability like autism or similar, are unable to wait in a conventional queue for an extended period or time.”.
At Walt Disney World, “in-person registration will no longer be available at theme park Guest Relations locations starting May 20, 2024,” Disney said.
Instead, DAS registrations will
take place via virtual video chat. .
However, at Disneyland, guests can
apply for DAS via either virtual chat or an
"accessibility services" window beginning June 18. .
Anyone who currently has DAS will be required to re-apply, 'New York Post' reports.
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‘Let It Be’ Beatles Documentary , Heads to Disney+.
On April 16, Disney+ announced that a remastered version of Michael Lindsay-Hogg's 1970 documentary will stream on its platform beginning May 8, The Verge reports. .
On April 16, Disney+ announced that a remastered version of Michael Lindsay-Hogg's 1970 documentary will stream on its platform beginning May 8, The Verge reports. .
The film chronicles the Fab Four recording their album, 'Let It Be,' before breaking up soon after. .
Lindsay-Hogg said that when the band split,
it "very much darkened the perception of
the film" when it was originally released.
But when he saw Peter Jackson's work on
'The Beatles: Get Back,' he was motivated
to allow the re-release of his own film. .
Jackson's Park Road Post Production will remaster original footage for 'Let It Be' as well. .
AI tools will be used to remaster audio.
Jackson said that he is "absolutely thrilled" about the new project and considers 'Let It Be' and 'Get Back' to be "one epic story, finally completed after five decades.".
The two projects support
and enhance each other, Peter Jackson, via statement.
'Let It Be' is the climax of
'Get Back,' while 'Get Back' provides
a vital missing context for 'Let It Be.' , Peter Jackson, via statement.
'Let It Be' is the climax of
'Get Back,' while 'Get Back' provides
a vital missing context for 'Let It Be.' , Peter Jackson, via statement.
Michael Lindsay-Hogg was unfailingly
helpful and gracious while I made
'Get Back' and it’s only right that
his original movie has the last
word...looking and sounding
far better than it did in 1970, Peter Jackson, via statement
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