The viral TikTok “milk crate challenge” is banned from the app after reports of injuries. Health care workers called the challenge “dangerous.”
Author: Gabriela Miranda, USA TODAY
You’re more likely to get a blood clot after COVID infection than with the vaccine
A new study shows the risks of getting a blood cot if you contradict COVID-19 is far greater than if you receive a COVID vaccine.
Takata recall brings attention to millions of faulty air bags still on the road
Japanese auto supplier Takata has recalled about 67 million of its deadly air bags. But today, over 14 million remain on U.S. roads.
Who asked for this? We don’t know. But Flamin’ Hot Mountain Dew is here anyway.
The Flamin’ Hot Mountain Dew drink will debut next Tuesday on Mountain Dew’s store. But how will the combination of spicy and sweet caffeine taste?
World’s fastest accelerating roller coaster shuts down after reported bone fractures
A roller coaster at the Fuji-Q Highland amusement park in Japan has been shut down until further notice after four passengers reported injuries.
1 million bees dead in beehive fire; beekeeper ‘devastated’ by attack
On Saturday, a British beekeeper smelled gasoline and discovered several of his beehives in flames. Police are investigating the attack.
Afghanistan flag held high during Paralympic Games, despite Afghan athletes pulling out
Following the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, athletes couldn’t make the Paralympic Games. But Afghanistan’s flag flew during the opening ceremony.
Man who refused to wear mask on public train sentenced to six weeks in Singapore jail
After caught not wearing a mask, a British man in Singapore was sentenced to six weeks in jail. Singapore is known for its strict COVDI-19 laws.
‘I hope they hear us praying’: More than 1,200 dead in Haiti earthquake as global support pours in
The death toll from Saturday’s magnitude 7.2 earthquake in Haiti soared to at least 1,297 as rescuers raced to find survivors amid the rubble.
Google employees could face pay cuts if they choose to permanently work from home
A report by Reuters found Google employees could receive a pay cut up to 25% for remote work. Experts say the pay cuts will not be received well.