Yearly Archives

2024

White House and Sports Leagues Boost U.S. Exercise Initiatives

Promoting Health and Wellness: Major Sports Leagues Join White House Effort Major sports leagues and players' associations, including the NFL and PGA Tour, have pledged their commitment to the White House. They're promising to offer more opportunities for the public to engage in physical activity, gain nutritional knowledge, and embrace healthier…

Mulholland Drive Closures Due to Slides – NBC Los Angeles

TL/DR - Due to mudslides following a record-setting storm, a stretch of Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles was closed for repairs. The two-day storm delivered 7.03 inches of rain, marking the highest two-day rainfall total for February in downtown LA, and the third wettest two-day total on record. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported over 300…

US Federal Solar Investment May Fund Chinese Factories

TL/DR - The US federal government plans to subsidize green energy initiatives, including the construction of domestic solar panel factories, as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). However, some of this funding may go to foreign solar companies, particularly those based in China, which has led to objections. Journalist Phred Dvorak suggests…

Experience Ann Arbor’s Ultimate Galentine’s Business Crawl

TL/DR - Downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan is hosting its fourth-annual Galentine’s Day Small Business Crawl on February 10. More than 30 retail businesses and restaurants are participating in the event, offering special promotions and giveaways throughout the day. Some of the attractions include friend speed dating at Cahoots, an open mic night at…