Republican states, industry groups challenge new EPA soot pollution rule
Republican states and industry groups filed three lawsuits challenging a US Environmental Protection Agency rule that tightens air quality standards for soot pollution. The lawsuits seek to block a rule…
Coral reefs threatened by algal blooms after Rubimar flooding in the Red Sea
When the Rubimar sank in the Red Sea after an attack by the Houthis, the ship sank carrying 21,000 tonnes of fertiliser, which could trigger massive algal blooms that can…
Ocean temperatures hit a record high in February 2024
Ocean temperatures reached a record high in February, with a global average sea surface temperature of 21.06 degrees Celsius (69.91 degrees Fahrenheit). The average sea surface temperature in February surpassed…
CBS develops first black daytime soap opera in 35 years
CBS is developing a soap opera about a wealthy family that could become the first daytime TV drama with a predominantly black cast in decades. The project is titled "The…
Netflix’s “Avatar” has been renewed for a second and third season
Netflix has officially renewed Avatar: The Last Airbender for a second and third season. It is specified that it will be a full-fledged completion of the story of Aang and…
“Shogun” garnered 9 million views in the first few days after release
The Shogun series debuted on Disney's services with 9 million views in the first six days since the first episode was released on 27 February. The first episode was released…
“Karate Kid” stars Sadie Stanley in lead role
Sadie Stanley has joined the growing cast of Karate Kid, Sony Pictures' latest instalment of its martial arts franchise. The actress will play the romantic lead alongside Ben Wang, the…
Jason Momoa fulfils his dream of directing a Guinness commercial
Jason Momoa has a long history and love affair with Guinness, and the actor has been quick to share his passion for the dark beer. Finally, he was able to…
Adam Sandler and Margot Robbie have become the highest-paid actors of 2023
Forbes magazine has published a list of the highest paid actors in 2023. Adam Sandler topped the list with an income of around $73 million, which he earned for creating…
Dengue fever outbreaks are on the rise in Brazil
Cases of a mosquito-borne disease have soared in Brazil during the hot rainy season, prompting authorities to take emergency measures. The São Paulo state health department declared a state of…
