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In a major milestone for the hit children’s show Bluey, the special episode titled “The Sign” has become the most watched episode on Disney+ with an impressive 10.4 million views worldwide within just one week of its release. This record-breaking achievement also marks the biggest tune-in for any Bluey episode or any other Disney Junior show on the streaming platform. The 28-minute long episode, which revolves around the Heeler family contemplating selling their home and Uncle Rad’s upcoming wedding to Frisky, captured hearts and garnered approximately 291.2 million minutes of viewing globally. Bluey’s entire library of 150 episodes in the…

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Workers at Volkswagen’s Chattanooga plant are celebrating a historic unionization victory after voting in favor of union representation in a recent election. The United Auto Workers (UAW) needed to secure 50% plus one vote for the unionization to be successful, with previous elections falling short at 47% and 48%. However, this time employees voted 2,628-985 in favor of union representation. Supporters from other right-to-work states came to witness the vote, hopeful for similar changes back home. Tennessee Representative Justin Jones and President Joe Biden both congratulated the workers on their successful unionization. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and Chattanooga Mayor…

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Florida Resident Dies After Setting Himself on Fire Near Manhattan Courthouse During Trump Trial In a tragic incident near the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse, Maxwell Azzarello, a Florida resident, died after setting himself on fire during former President Trump’s hush money trial. Azzarello was previously an Operations Director for Friends of Tom Suozzi in 2013 during Suozzi’s campaign for Nassau County Executive. Representative Tom Suozzi, who currently represents Nassau County and parts of Queens, took office earlier this February. Azzarello’s LinkedIn page revealed that he worked on various projects for Suozzi’s campaign, including preparing the candidate for debates and organizing commercial…

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The World Health Organization (WHO) Raises Alarm on Deadly H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a dire warning about the spread of the H5N1 bird flu, noting an “extraordinarily high” mortality rate in humans. Since the outbreak began in 2020, tens of millions of poultry have either died or been culled, with the virus also infecting several mammal species, including domestic cattle in the US. US authorities recently reported a person in Texas recovering from bird flu after exposure to infected dairy cattle, with outbreaks detected in herds across six states. The A(H5N1) variant has…

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In a groundbreaking development, the World Health Organization has finally acknowledged that Covid-19 can spread through the air. This comes after a team of scientists launched a public campaign to urge the agency to update its guidelines in the early days of the pandemic. Initially met with resistance, the researchers persisted and their efforts paid off when the World Health Organization officially confirmed the airborne transmission of the virus in late 2021. Following the controversy, the agency enlisted a diverse group of advisers, including some of its critics, to revisit and update its classification of how pathogens spread. After two…

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The dynamic between New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and head coach Bill Belichick has been a hot topic in the NFL world recently. Many are questioning Kraft’s priorities in light of rumors that he may be prioritizing money and power over the loyalty and greatness of his longtime coach. Kraft’s alleged actions to discourage other teams from hiring Belichick as a head coach have raised eyebrows, suggesting that their once successful partnership may be in jeopardy. This comes as a shock to many, as the Kraft-Belichick duo was critical to the Patriots’ Super Bowl success. Despite Belichick’s controversies and…

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Pop star Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce were spotted enjoying themselves at Coachella last weekend, where they spent time with Jack Antonoff and his band Bleachers. The couple was seen watching Bleachers’ performance at the music festival and even hung out with the band backstage. Bleachers drummer Sean Hutchinson took to Instagram to share photos of Kelce wrapping his arm around Swift and the band’s manager, Evan Winiker. The couple was also caught dancing side stage while Bleachers rocked the crowd with their performance. Exclusive video obtained by Page Six showed Kelce and Swift dancing and displaying affection…

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New Study Challenges Health Benefits of Plant-Based Meat Alternatives A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has raised doubts about the perceived health benefits of plant-based meat products. Researchers found that individuals who consumed fake sausages, burgers, and mince actually had worse blood pressure compared to those who consumed meat. Study co-author Dr. Sumanto Haldar highlighted the excessive processing involved in plant-based meat alternatives, leading to high levels of salt, saturated fat, and additives. This challenges the common belief that these products are a healthier alternative to meat. The study, which involved 82 participants at risk…

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Investor Jerry Dean McLain remains unfazed by recent stock price drops in Trump Media & Technology Group’s Truth Social, having invested his entire savings of $25,000 two years ago at $90 per share. Despite the stock plummeting from $66 to $32, McLain is determined to purchase more shares, citing his faith in former President Donald Trump’s vision and anticipating a potential surge in the stock price. McLain is not alone in his unwavering support for Truth Social, as many investors view their stake in the company as a symbol of their allegiance to Trump and his business endeavors. Despite Trump…

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Pop sensation Taylor Swift took a break from her busy schedule to support her friend Jack Antonoff at Coachella over the weekend. The singer, who is currently on a break from her concert tour, was spotted at the music festival with her boyfriend Travis Kelce. Antonoff, who was performing with his band Bleachers, had Swift and Kelce dancing along to hits like Ice Spice’s “Karma (Remix)” during the show. Kelce, who is gearing up to host his own music event in Kansas City next month, was supported by Swift as she sported a green cap in solidarity with his podcast.…

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