Jim Abrahams was a pioneer in comedy spoofs who co-founded the Kentucky Fried Theater with Jerry and David Zucker. He wrote the script for The Kentucky Fried Movie and formed the filmmaking trio ZAZ with his childhood friends. Abrahams' most enduring...

Canada is bracing for heavy snowfall as an area of low pressure moves along the US-Canada border. A weather warning has been issued for the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan, with 150-250mm (6-10in) of snow expected. Temperatures are unlikely to exceed...

Australian Government Proposes Social Media Ban for Under 16-Year-Olds The Australian government has announced plans to introduce legislation banning children under 16 from accessing social media platforms. Major companies have challenged the proposed law, citing concerns over its timeframe and composition. LinkedIn...

A new human species, Homo juluensis, has been discovered in Northern China with strikingly large heads. The species lived in small groups and disappeared about 120,000 years ago as modern humans began to migrate across the world. Homo juluensis: A New Species...

A grandmother finds a way to support her family despite living on a modest Social Security income. Many baby boomers struggle to make ends meet on their monthly checks, with some returning to work due to financial woes. Retirement Expectations Pamela Shields is...

NFL legend Rob Gronkowski invested in Apple stock in 2014, which tripled in value from $69,000 to over $250,000 after he forgot about it for two years. This significant gain occurred during a strong recovery year for Apple, where the company...

A tanker fire incident on I-90 has caused disruptions to the eastbound lane between Batavia and Rochester, with crews responding to the scene. The westbound lane was initially closed but re-opened around 9 a.m. Tuesday, while one lane on the eastbound...

A recent study published in PLOS One revealed a biodiversity crisis among polar bears, with increased exposure to viruses, bacteria, or parasites in their blood samples from 2008-2017 compared to 1987-1994. This is attributed to the melting of ice due to...

Scientists have discovered that heart cockles use fiber optic–like structures to channel sunlight through their shells, offering potential insights for the development of bioinspired optical systems. This finding highlights an evolutionary adaptation that parallels human technological ingenuity. Harnessing the Power of Heart...

A 1996 International 9200 Eagle semi-truck has been listed on Facebook Marketplace in Texas for $22,000, featuring a Cummins M11 straight-six diesel engine and an Eaton Super 10 transmission. The truck’s camper conversion includes a unique feature: a Suzuki Samurai off-road...