Author: John Spears

CNN recently launched a new weekly newsletter named “Life, But Better” with the aim of enhancing overall well-being. In a recent study, it was revealed that the active ingredient in marijuana, THC, is responsible for causing food cravings. Research indicates that THC stimulates the brain regions that control mood and appetite, leading to an increase in hunger. This is due to the stimulation of the endocannabinoid system, which regulates feeding behavior and energy balance. Additionally, THC increases the release of dopamine, making eating more pleasurable and lowering inhibitions. It was also discovered that obese individuals may have a stronger “munchie”…

Grand Theft Auto Publisher Take-Two Interactive Announces Layoffs In a move to streamline operations and cut costs, Grand Theft Auto publisher Take-Two Interactive is reportedly set to lay off approximately 5% of its workforce, equating to around 600 employees. This decision comes as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy that also includes the cancellation of several projects currently under development. The announcement was made official when Take-Two filed paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The downsizing process is expected to be largely complete by the end of 2024. Take-Two’s decision to downsize follows a trend in the gaming…

World-renowned golfer Rory McIlroy has recently made headlines by denying rumors of accepting an offer with LIV Golf, a new Saudi-backed golf league. Reports had surfaced claiming that McIlroy had been offered an $850 million contract and two percent equity in LIV, but the golfer quickly refuted these claims. McIlroy has expressed his loyalty to the PGA Tour, stating that he plans to play on the tour for the rest of his career. He has been vocal in his opposition to the division in men’s professional golf and has called for the unification of the game on a global stage.…

Michigan Football Program and Individuals Reach Agreement with NCAA on Recruiting Violations Michigan’s football program and five individuals linked to it have come to terms with NCAA enforcement staff regarding recruiting violations and coaching activities. The agreed-upon infractions include prohibited in-person recruiting contacts during a COVID-19 dead period, unauthorized tryouts, and exceeding the permissible number of countable coaches. The school acknowledged that the violations showed a violation of head coach responsibility and that a former coach did not cooperate with the investigation. However, one former coach did not participate in the agreement. The Committee on Infractions panel has approved the…

Shares of Trump Media & Technology, the social media company founded by former President Donald J. Trump, took a significant hit on Monday as it fell by 18 percent. This drop in share prices was a result of the company filing for the potential sale of tens of millions of additional shares, causing a plunge in its market value. The filing for the sale of additional shares also led to a dent in Mr. Trump’s majority stake in the company, which is valued at more than $3 billion. Since its surge in the first days of trading under the name…

CoinDesk’s Consensus 2024: The Premier Event for Crypto and Blockchain Enthusiasts CoinDesk’s Consensus event has long been considered the premier gathering for all things related to crypto, blockchain, and Web3 industries. This year, Consensus 2024 is back and better than ever, promising to bring together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts from all corners of the crypto space. With a history of being the longest-running and most influential event in the industry, Consensus 2024 is a must-attend for anyone involved in or interested in the world of crypto and blockchain technology. The event offers a unique opportunity to network, learn from…

Microsoft has recently made headlines with the announcement that they are testing ads within the Start menu on their latest operating system, Windows 11. The tech giant revealed that these ads will be featured in the Recommended section of the Start menu, which is typically reserved for file recommendations. These ads will suggest apps from the Microsoft Store to users, with the goal of promoting app discovery and driving downloads. However, it has been clarified that this feature will only be available for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel in the US initially and will not apply to commercial devices.…

Sebastian Stan’s Transformation into Young Donald Trump Unveiled in First-Look Image for Biopic “The Apprentice” Sebastian Stan has stunned fans with his uncanny resemblance to a young Donald Trump in the first-look image from the upcoming biopic “The Apprentice,” directed by Ali Abbasi. The film is set to depict Trump’s controversial rise to power through what has been described as a “Faustian deal” with lawyer Roy Cohn. Joining Stan in this highly anticipated movie are Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump and Martin Donovan as Fred Trump Sr. The star-studded cast promises to bring to life this intriguing exploration of American…

Toy Story 5 and Moana 2 Release Dates Announced at Disney Shareholders Meeting At Disney’s annual shareholders meeting, CEO Bob Iger made some exciting announcements regarding the company’s upcoming projects. Fans of the popular Toy Story franchise will be thrilled to hear that Toy Story 5 is set to release on June 19th, 2026. Additionally, the highly anticipated sequel to the animated hit Moana, Moana 2, is still scheduled for release in November. However, there was a slight delay in the live-action remake of Moana, which has been pushed back to July 10th, 2026. Despite this setback, Iger expressed confidence…

Former US President Donald Trump has criticized Israel for releasing distressing videos of air strikes in Gaza, warning that the country is losing the PR war due to the graphic images emerging from the region. In a recent statement, Trump called the videos “most heinous” and “most horrible”, questioning why they were made public in the first place. He emphasized the need for Israel to quickly finish the conflict and return to normalcy to avoid further damage to its international image. Despite his past support for Israel, Trump did not explicitly state that he stands with the country “100 percent”…