The pandemic has introduced a ton of new vocab words into common discourse. There’s social distancing, Zoom (as a verb), COVID — and don’t get me started on “Quarantini.” But here’s one that was new to me: coronalingus. Though at first I assume the word had something to do with oral sex (after all, “lingus” comes […]
While the world is gripped by COVID-19, another devastating health threat is building — this one from bacteria
Summary List Placement While the world struggles to end the COVID-19 pandemic, experts say we’re already dealing with another global infectious-disease threat. Antibiotic-resistant bacteria don’t get as much attention as COVID-19, since the diseases they cause spread slowly and steadily, rather than taking the world by storm in a short period of time. But bacteria […]
Bay Area heat records may fall, unless the smoky air prevents it
Heat records may fall on Thursday, and the fire danger will increase, as the latest Bay Area heat wave peaks with temperatures in the high 90s and 100s and winds that won’t do firefighters any favors. If records don’t fall, credit the air quality, forecasters said. “The one thing that could change it is the […]
Ford’s new CEO hopes to win over Wall Street and boost profit margins by doubling down on trucks and Mustangs (F)
Summary List Placement Ford has a new CEO, and he’s making changes. Jim Farley took over from Jim Hackett (as announced in August) on Thursday, and other changes soon followed. Ford announced that CFO Tim Stone, who had worked for Amazon prior to the automaker, was departing, while Lincoln head and chief marketing officer […]
Parents thank Chrissy Teigen for going public about heartbreaking pregnancy loss
Condolences poured in on social media for Chrissy Teigen and John Legend after the couple announced Wednesday night that they had lost their baby son to pregnancy complications. Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have lost their child following pregnancy complications, the couple announced on their social media accounts.(From Chrissy Teigen/Instagram) “We are shocked and in […]
The Fashion Of Sex And The City Meets Gossip Girl In Emily In Paris
If Sex and the City were filmed today, its fashion would look a lot like that of Emily in Paris. It might be an easy comparison to make, given that both the creator, Darren Star, and the costume designer, the legendary Patricia Field, are behind Netflix’s newest show, but its nods to the late ‘90s/early […]
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? The players from LeBron James’ legendary 2003 NBA Draft
Summary List Placement The 2003 NBA Draft remains one of the most legendary drafts in NBA history. Though it may lack the depth of the classic 1996 Kobe Bryant draft, it was among the most top-heavy we’ve ever seen: LeBron James went first, and the top five picks were rounded out by Carmelo Anthony, Chris […]
McDonald’s hires ex-Obama advisor to lead a new team focused on ‘positive change,’ as the company doubles down on values in the midst of scandals
Summary List Placement McDonald’s is creating a new team focused on creating “positive change,” as the fast-food giant faces a slew of controversies. On Thursday, the company announced it has named Katie Beirne Fallon as executive vice president, chief global impact officer. Fallon will lead the new Global Impact Team. The Global Impact Team will […]
AL wild card: Oakland A’s announce starter for do-or-die Game 3
Mike Fiers get the start for the Oakland A’s in a do-or-die Game 3 against the Chicago White Sox. Fiers has been one of the A’s more consistent starters over the three years he’s been in Oakland, but this will be his first postseason appearance for them. The 35-year-old right-handed pitcher took a few starts […]
US stocks will continue to outperform international stocks over the next decade, DataTrek says
Summary List Placement Since 2005, US stocks have handily outperformed emerging market and developed international stocks, DataTrek said in a note on Thursday. Expect the trend of US stocks outperforming international stocks to continue for the next decade, DataTrek co-founder Nicholas Colas noted. Driving the next decade of returns will be the technology and communications […]
A’s to start Fiers, White Sox to go with rookie for decisive Game 3
The starting pitching matchup for Game 3 of the first round playoff series between the Oakland A’s and the Chicago White Sox is set. The White Sox will start rookie right hander Dane Dunning on Thursday, and the A’s are starting right-hander Mike Fiers The winner will face the Houston Astros in the American League […]
H&M is closing 250 stores
By Jordan Valinsky | CNN Business H&M is closing 250 stores next year because of the coronavirus pandemic, as people increasingly shop online. The fast-fashion retailer has 5,000 stores worldwide, so Thursday’s announcement accounts for 5% of its total store count. “More and more customers started shopping online during the pandemic,” following temporary store closures […]