Author: Nicole Roney

The 2024 PGA Championship is set to kick off with an incredibly strong field of golfers ready to compete for the prestigious title. Last year, Brooks Koepka emerged victorious after a hard-fought battle against Scottie Scheffler. In 2022, Justin Thomas secured the championship by defeating Will Zalatoris in a playoff. Phil Mickelson managed to clinch the title in 2021 despite shooting over par in the final round. Heading into this year’s tournament, Scheffler is the favorite with 3-1 odds, closely followed by Rory McIlroy and Koepka at 10-1. One player to keep an eye on is 24-year-old Ludvig Aberg, who…

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Kate Upton on Cover for 2024 Issue Supermodel Kate Upton has made a triumphant return to the coveted cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit for the 2024 issue. Upton is joined by fellow stars Chrissy Teigen, Gayle King, and Hunter McGrady in a stunning shoot that took place in Mexico. The cover features Upton wearing a vibrant two-piece swimsuit by Normaillot in shades of pink and red. In a candid interview, Upton discussed the importance of body positivity and inclusivity, crediting Sports Illustrated Swimsuit for helping to launch a conversation about her own body.…

A recent study has revealed a concerning discovery regarding the presence of flame retardants in the cabin air of newer model cars. The study, which tested 101 cars dating from 2015 or later, found chemicals such as tris (1-chloro-isopropyl) phosphate, tris (1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate, and tris (2-chloroethyl) phosphate in the vehicles. Researchers involved in the study argue that these flame retardants, commonly used in materials like seat foam, are a result of an outdated federal flammability standard that lacks any proven fire-safety benefit. These chemicals can potentially expose drivers and passengers to carcinogens, particularly in higher temperatures where off-gassing is more…

Macklemore Makes Bold Statement with New Pro-Palestine Track Seattle-based rapper Macklemore has once again sparked controversy with the release of his latest track, “Hind’s Hall”, which expresses solidarity with the pro-Palestinian protests happening on college campuses across the United States. The song references the renaming of Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall to Hind’s Hall, in honor of 6-year-old Hind Khoudary who was reportedly killed by Israeli forces. The powerful lyrics of the track condemn Israel’s actions in Gaza and call out President Joe Biden for his administration’s stance on the conflict. Despite not being available to stream on Spotify yet, an…

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray has been hit with a hefty fine of $100,000 by the NBA for his actions during a recent playoff game. The incident occurred during Game 2 of the playoffs, where Murray threw multiple items at an official out of frustration with the officiating. Despite the outburst, Murray managed to avoid suspension and will still be eligible to play in Game 3. The items thrown by Murray included a heat pack and a towel, prompting Timberwolves coach Chris Finch to describe the incident as “inexcusable and dangerous.” Nuggets coach Michael Malone acknowledged that his team had…

Ben Affleck’s absence from the recent Met Gala raised eyebrows and left fans wondering why the actor was not by his wife, Jennifer Lopez’s side at the star-studded event. The reason behind his missing presence was revealed to be a hectic filming schedule for his upcoming movie, “The Accountant 2” in Los Angeles. Affleck’s absence was particularly noticeable following his recent “unhinged” rant at Tom Brady’s roast, where he faced criticism for his nearly six-minute tirade against fans. The actor received backlash on social media for his negative comments towards fans and his demeanor during the event. Social media users…

In a shocking turn of events, a woman in Webster, NY is facing a hefty $55,000 fine for orchestrating a vaccination scheme that affected 116 children. Sandra Miceli, a licensed nurse practitioner, was found to have created false immunization records for 546 vaccinations that never actually took place. Miceli operated a “natural wellness center” and used this platform to spread misinformation about vaccines. The scheme came to light after New York State eliminated non-medical exemptions for required school immunizations in June 2019. As a result of Miceli’s actions, the affected children had their immunization records voided and are now required…

NBA Playoffs: Timberwolves Dominate Nuggets in Game 2 Amid Jamal Murray’s Injury In a surprising turn of events, the Minnesota Timberwolves showcased their defensive prowess to dominate the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the playoffs. Despite Jamal Murray’s absence due to injury, the Timberwolves held the Nuggets to under 90 points in back-to-back games, highlighting their strong defensive effort. Players like Jaden McDaniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker stepped up to lead the defensive charge for the Timberwolves, limiting the Nuggets to low shooting percentages and forcing turnovers. Even without Rudy Gobert, the Timberwolves were able to maintain their defensive dominance,…

China’s Chang’e-6 Spacecraft to Carry Surprise Lunar Rover on Far Side Exploration Mission China’s Chang’e-6 spacecraft, which was launched on May 3, has taken the space exploration community by surprise with the revelation that it will carry a previously undisclosed lunar rover as part of its far side exploration mission. The mission is aiming to bring back samples from the lunar far side, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The lunar rover was disclosed after the launch by the China Academy of Space Technology (CAST), revealing that the mission will also carry international payloads from France, Sweden, Italy, and…

President Joe Biden has stirred up controversy after calling Japan “xenophobic” during a fundraiser in Washington, D.C. Biden argued that Japan, along with India, Russia, and China, would perform better economically if they embraced immigration. Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre clarified that Biden was making a larger point about the US being a nation of immigrants. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby stated that there were no communications between the White House and the governments of Japan or India regarding Biden’s comments. This criticism of Japan comes less than a month after Biden hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a…