SpaceX's Starbase, the Texas facility developing Starship, reported a significantly higher worker injury rate (4.27 per 100 workers in 2024) than other SpaceX sites and the aerospace industry average. This elevated rate, persisting since 2019, is nearly six times higher than comparable facilities and three times the aerospace average....
UNESCO has added 26 new sites to its World Heritage List, recognizing their cultural and natural significance. These include a sacred mountain in Malawi, petroglyphs in South Korea, the remains of 17th-century Port Royal, Jamaica, Bavarian palaces in Germany, and a biodiverse river canyon in Brazil. Other additions...
Wisconsin Elections Commission investigated former Madison City Clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl's actions during a crisis involving 193 uncounted ballots from the November 2024 election. Witzel-Behl was on vacation for 17 days, during which she baked "thousands" of cookies and organized their delivery to city staff. The commission's report criticized...
NEOM, Saudi Arabia's massive development project, is planning significant staff reductions and relocation of over 1,000 employees to Riyadh to cut costs. This reverses a previous policy of on-site employment. Relocated staff will lose benefits like housing and meals, resulting in lower pay. Potential layoffs are also being...
Dustin Poirier, a top-ranked lightweight UFC fighter, will retire after his final fight against Max Holloway at UFC 318. Poirier, known for wins over Conor McGregor and others, acknowledges the uncertainty of life after fighting but feels it's time to prioritize his health. Friends, family, and coaches shared...
Parole Agent Joshua Byrd, 40, was fatally shot on July 17th inside an Oakland parole office. The Oakland Police Department apprehended a suspect. Byrd, a 10-year veteran of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), served as a correctional officer before becoming a parole agent. He leaves...
Chevron completed its acquisition of Hess Corporation, creating a leading integrated oil and gas company with a strong portfolio of assets globally. The merger, approved by the FTC, includes Hess's significant holdings in Guyana and the Bakken shale. Chevron anticipates $1 billion in annual cost synergies by the...
Denise Richards claims Aaron Phypers, her estranged husband, gave her a black eye. A source close to Phypers counters that Richards was intoxicated and fell down stairs, injuring herself. Richards obtained a temporary restraining order against Phypers, alleging a history of abuse including choking, slapping, and threats. Phypers denies...
President Trump is scrutinizing the Federal Reserve's $2.5 billion headquarters renovation, citing excessive marble use as evidence of mismanagement by Chair Jerome Powell. However, the marble's inclusion stemmed from recommendations by Trump's own appointees to a local commission, who favored a more classical design. The White House is...
The British Open's second round is underway with Brian Harman seizing the clubhouse lead at -8 after a 6-under 65. Five golfers, including Jacob Skov and Matt Fitzpatrick, are tied for the lead. Scottie Scheffler trails by one shot. Rory McIlroy is five shots back at 3-under after...
