“Ghost students,” or fraudulent enrollments, are costing colleges millions of dollars and displacing legitimate students, as revealed by recent investigations and audits across the United States. These schemes, often involving coordinated networks, exploit vulnerabilities in online education systems to siphon financial aid and tuition revenue, leaving institutions grappling with financial losses and compromised academic integrity….
Believed extinct for 200 million years, the Feather Star, a crinoid species, has been filmed alive in its natural habitat, stunning scientists who thought the ancient creature existed only in fossil records. The groundbreaking footage, captured in deep ocean environments, offers unprecedented insights into the evolution and survival strategies of these ancient marine invertebrates. Scientists…
Brooks Koepka overcame a mid-round scolding from Oakmont Country Club, carding a 4-under 66 in the second round of the U.S. Open to vault himself into contention, just one stroke behind the early leaders, Rory McIlroy and Ludvig Aberg. OAKMONT, Pa. – Brooks Koepka, undeterred by Oakmont’s notoriously unforgiving conditions and a minor rules hiccup,…
Trader Joe’s shoppers are currently snapping up the grocery chain’s inexpensive spices, priced at just $1.99 per jar, causing a surge in demand driven by budget-conscious consumers and social media buzz. These spices, ranging from everyday staples to more exotic blends, are seen as a steal compared to prices at other retailers, leading to some…
A TikTok influencer’s emotional reaction to the potential banning of the platform in the United States has gone viral after she posted a video of herself crying in front of TikTok’s headquarters. The influencer, known as @ladybug_sd, expressed fears about losing her livelihood if the app is banned, sparking a wave of reactions across social…
Mel Brooks has seemingly confirmed “Spaceballs 2” is in the works, teasing the long-awaited sequel with a single joke in a recent interview, igniting a firestorm of excitement among fans of the 1987 comedy classic. The legendary comedian and filmmaker dropped the hint during an appearance on the “WTF with Marc Maron” podcast, referencing Amazon…
Ice-T expressed surprise and disbelief after learning about the departure of Johnny Sins from “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” stating that nobody on set anticipated the exit. Ice-T, a mainstay on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (SVU) for over two decades, revealed his shock and surprise regarding the unexpected departure of long-time recurring…
A mother is heartbroken after her adult daughter called her baked goods “stupid” during a family gathering, leading to a rift and prompting the mother to seek advice from Dear Abby. The distraught mother wrote to the advice columnist, detailing how her attempt to contribute to the holiday meal was met with harsh criticism, leaving…
A first-time homeowner in California discovered a hidden cache of over $36,000 in cash concealed behind a refrigerator while renovating their newly acquired property. After purchasing their first home, a California resident stumbled upon a significant amount of money hidden behind the refrigerator, turning a routine renovation into an unexpected windfall. The homeowner, identified only…
An Air India flight bound for London Heathrow from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport experienced a tire burst during takeoff, resulting in the flight being aborted at high speed on Sunday. All 129 passengers and crew on board are safe. An Air India flight, AI171, destined for London Heathrow from Ahmedabad, India, was forced…