Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Anna Wintour stepping down as editor-in-chief of Vogue: reports
[ad_1] (NewsNation) — After 37 years as the editor-in-chief of Vogue, Anna Wintour is reportedly stepping down. The Daily Front Row, as well as the Associated Press and other outlets, reported that the 75-year-old announced her departure during a staff meeting on Wednesday. Anne Hathaway, from left, Anna Wintour and Serena Williams attend the Michael…
Read MoreLifeguard impaled by umbrella at Jersey Shore beach
[ad_1] (WPHL) – A lifeguard in New Jersey was injured this week after she was impaled by an umbrella at a beach on the Jersey Shore. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Asbury Park Beach, Asbury Park Fire Chief Kevin Keddy told Nexstar’s WPHL. He later confirmed that the victim had been trying…
Read MoreExpert says flesh-eating screwworms could boost record high beef prices
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — Though roughly 700 miles from the Texas border, the New World screwworm poses a significant threat that could impact American beef prices without ever physically crossing into the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, New World screwworms are a species of fly larvae that infest and…
Read MoreTexas cattle industry braces for screwworm threat as deadly parasite spreads from Mexico
[ad_1] RED ROCK, Texas (Nexstar) — A parasitic fly that devastated Texas livestock in the 1960s is spreading north through Central America and potentially toward the state’s $15 billion cattle industry, prompting state and federal officials to launch emergency preparations for what could become an economic catastrophe. The New World screwworm embeds its larvae into…
Read MoreAustin school board approves turnaround plan for schools with 'unacceptable' state ratings
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Independent School District trustees voted to approve a turnaround plan for three middle schools Thursday that have received multiple failing state accountability scores since 2019. The district has been meeting with parents for months to discuss the details of the turnaround plans for Burnet Middle, Webb Middle and Dobie Middle…
Read MoreMeta employee sues company, says he was targeted for Gaza solidarity
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — A lawsuit filed Tuesday claims that the social media conglomerate Meta discriminated against a Muslim employee for his religious beliefs and his expressions of solidarity with civilians living in Palestine. Mohammed Feras Majeed, the former Meta employee, said that his faith calls him to look out for those who are facing…
Read MoreThe Simpsons’ EP Clarifies Marge Simpson’s Fate After Shocking Death
[ad_1] The city of Springfield can rest easy. Amid the uproar online surrounding the death of The Simpsons’ matriarch Marge Simpson in a flash-forward during the season 36 finale, the show’s executive… [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreUT expert talks about the history of Iran, Israel and NATO
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — After the U.S. struck Iranian nuclear facilities last week, questions were raised by experts and officials about how much damage was caused by those strikes. This comes after a preliminary intelligence assessment, which was leaked earlier this week, cast doubt on the impact of those three strikes carried out Saturday. However,…
Read MoreSephora’s Major Summer Deals Event Is on Now: Save up to 50% off on Rare Beauty, Fenty Beauty & More
[ad_1] Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. Summer is heating up at Sephora, with the Major Summer Deals event on now. It’s time to stock up on your Sephora faves while these crazy deals last. Skin care, hair…
Read MoreCivil trial in deadly 2021 Austin police shooting underway
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — The civil trial stemming from the 2021 deadly police shooting of Alex Gonzales, 27, began this week. The Austin police officers involved never faced criminal charges. The department also cleared them of wrongdoing as a result of the internal investigation into their actions. The case The department said the incident started…
Read MoreJensen Huang Declares Nvidia Has Outgrown Its Chipmaking Roots
[ad_1] Jensen Huang founded Nvidia in 1993. Chesnot/Getty Images Unprecedented demand for A.I. chips has propelled Nvidia to become the world’s most valuable company, with a market capitalization of $3.8 trillion. But CEO and founder Jensen Huang says the company has already evolved beyond its origins. “We stopped thinking of ourselves as a chip company…
Read MoreElementary School Teacher Accused of Sexual Abuse, Having Baby With 13-Year-Old Student
[ad_1] Smokey Robinson’s Attorney Slams $50 Million Sexual Assault Lawsuit as “Ugly” Money Grab A New Jersey elementary school teacher has been charged with sexually assaulting one of her former students. Laura Caron, 34, was indicted by a grand jury June 17 on charges of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, second-degree sexual assault and second-degree endangering…
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