Viral

The Global Virus Network (GVN) announced the inclusion of three new Centers of Excellence on October 2, 2023: the USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida; the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology at the Federal University of São Paulo in Brazil; and the Pathogen […]

Justin Bieber made headlines following comments during a recent Twitch livestream regarding lust and anger. The 31-year-old singer stated that thinking of someone with lust aligns with cheating and that harboring anger towards someone is akin to killing them. His remarks have drawn mixed responses across social media. <p>While discussing faith and self-control, Bieber emphasized

Roblox Reports Strong Q3 Earnings On October 30, Roblox announced its third-quarter earnings, reporting bookings of $1.92 billion, representing a 70% year-over-year increase and surpassing analysts’ estimates of $1.65 billion. The company’s daily active users rose approximately 70% to 151.5 million, fueled by successful new titles. GAAP revenue for the quarter was $1.36 billion, a

Recently, a viral time-lapse video circulated on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, claiming to display the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS moving through space. This claim has been debunked by fact-checkers, who identified the footage as a microscope sequence of a paramecium, a single-celled organism found in freshwater environments. The initial video garnered significant attention, accumulating thousands

Bollywood actors Mahima Chaudhry and Sanjay Mishra appeared in traditional wedding attire, leading to speculation about a potential marriage. They were seen leaving a building in wedding outfits, with Mahima in a rani pink saree and Sanjay in a white sherwani paired with a pink bandgala jacket. Footage and images quickly circulated online, prompting fans

‘Time’ magazine has recently featured Dubai’s unique chocolate offerings, highlighting their potential role in enhancing soft power for the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The article elaborates on how the increasing popularity of Dubai’s chocolate brands is contributing to the city’s global image and influence. As these brands gain traction, they represent more than just confections;

A study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, indicates that infections from influenza, COVID-19, and certain chronic viral conditions significantly elevate the risk of heart attacks and strokes. The researchers reviewed 155 studies that examined both acute and long-term viral infections. Results show that influenza raises the risk of heart attacks

The United Way of North Central Pennsylvania will host “LIVE UNITED in Music V: Vinyl to Viral” on November 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center. This concert celebrates music from vinyl classics to contemporary viral hits and is presented by UPMC. Since its inception in 2019, the concert has raised

A viral trend on TikTok called the “bird theory” is gaining attention as a method for couples to gauge their partners’ attentiveness. First introduced by TikTok user Alyssa in 2023, the test involves one person mentioning a minor detail, such as spotting a bird, to see if their partner shows genuine interest in the response.

News Brief Amy Schumer and Kim Kardashian revisited a viral moment from 2015 during the screening of the new series All’s Fair on October 28, 2023, in New York City. The original incident occurred at the Time 100 Gala, where Schumer pretended to fall in front of Kardashian and her then-husband Kanye West. This moment