Alex Song-Xia, a multi-talented filmmaker, writer, and actor, recently debuted his short film “Really Good Driver” at the HollyShorts Film Festival. The film explores the relationship between an Asian American mother and her adult child as they navigate the challenges of learning how to drive. Song-Xia, who wrote, directed, and starred in the film, draws
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The Atlanta Falcons have made a significant move by acquiring top edge rusher Matthew Judon from the New England Patriots. This trade is a major step for the Falcons, who have been seeking a player of Judon’s caliber for years. The addition of Judon is expected to bolster the Falcons’ pass rush and improve their
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer recently expressed optimism about the possibility of passing a bipartisan crypto regulation bill before the end of the year. This announcement has brought renewed hope to an industry that has been grappling with legislative uncertainties for a long time. During a virtual town hall event to support the Democratic presidential
In a surprising turn of events, the president of Columbia University, Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, has announced her resignation after just over a year in the position. This decision comes after facing months of criticism and protests on the Manhattan campus surrounding the war in Gaza. Despite citing progress in various areas during her tenure, Shafik
Starbucks has offered incoming CEO and Chair Brian Niccol an enticing pay bump and significant one-time awards to entice him away from his previous position as chief executive at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Niccol, who officially assumes leadership at the struggling coffee chain on Sept. 9, will be faced with the daunting task of reviving the
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently made a significant decision to ban the use of fake reviews, including those generated by AI technology, in an effort to combat misleading marketing practices. This final rule, which was adopted unanimously by all five FTC commissioners, is set to go into effect within 60 days of its publication
The Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee, formed in 2013, has come under scrutiny due to the recent appointment of an anti-abortion activist physician, Ingrid Skop, MD, to a position that was originally intended for a rural community member. This decision has raised questions about the composition of the committee and whether it truly
Inflation rates rose as expected in July, driven primarily by higher housing-related costs. The consumer price index, which is a comprehensive measure of prices for goods and services, increased by 0.2% for the month, resulting in a 12-month inflation rate of 2.9%. Economists had anticipated a 0.2% increase with a 3% inflation rate. Excluding food
In a heartbreaking revelation, social media influencer Molly-Mae Hague has declared the end of her relationship with boxer Tommy Fury, just over a year after their engagement. The couple, both aged 25, initially met during the 2019 season of the popular ITV2 reality show Love Island. Their union ushered in the arrival of their beloved
Recent research conducted by the University of Pennsylvania has shed new light on the connection between Parkinson’s disease and dementia. While previous studies suggested a high likelihood of developing dementia within 15-20 years of a Parkinson’s diagnosis, the University of Pennsylvania researchers found that the chances were significantly lower. This discovery challenges the long-held belief