Saturday, March 29, 2025

Ivy Emerson

‘Spiced’ With Opium: Chinese Restaurant Owner Jailed for Drug-Laced Hot Pot

A Chinese restaurant owner was caught using opium poppies as seasoning, leading to a ban and legal consequences for food safety violations.

FDA Recalls Frozen Korean Oysters Over Norovirus Risk

The FDA recalls frozen oysters from South Korea due to potential norovirus contamination, urging caution among consumers and businesses.

Director of 47 Ronin Indicted for $44M Netflix Fraud—Spent Millions on Crypto

Director Carl Erik Rinsch faces trial for fraud after misusing $44M in Netflix funding for personal investments and luxury expenses.

Teacher in Trouble: 30-Year-Old Coach Charged with Sexual Abuse of Teen

A soccer coach, Christina Formella, faces charges for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old student, uncovered through text messages.

Hollywood vs. AI: Celebrities Demand Copyright Protection in Letter to Trump

Over 400 Hollywood professionals urge the Trump administration to uphold copyright laws amid AI concerns threatening creative industries.

Balloon Explosion at Birthday Party Leaves Woman With Second-Degree Burns

A woman in Vietnam suffered severe burns when a balloon filled with hydrogen exploded near a lit candle at her birthday party.

How 20 Surgeries and a New Look Landed a Model in Airport Detention

Model Janaina Prazeres was questioned at a U.S. airport due to significant changes in her appearance from her passport photo.

Abused Sleep Disorder Meds Lead to Hospitalization of Nine in Singapore

Nine patients in Singapore suffered severe skin reactions from illegally obtained modafinil and armodafinil, highlighting abuse risks.

Affleck Says No to Dior Sneakers, Pushes Son to Work for His Wants

Ben Affleck teaches his son the value of money by refusing to buy $6,000 sneakers, emphasizing chores for allowance.