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Alaska's live bearcam becomes summer hit as brown bears gather at Brooks Falls to catch salmon
A livestream of brown bears catching sockeye salmon at Brooks Falls in Alaska has attracted 7.3 million views this summer, 70% more than last year. The cameras have built a dedicated fanbase that follows individual bears and tracks their feeding habits. The surge comes as large groups of bears gather at the falls, ahead of Katmai National Park’s annual Fat Bear Week.
In 1980, Miles Boekeloo sold his 365-acre retreat, keeping 5 acres and its cabin for 25 years
Miles Boekeloo sold his 365-acre Michigan property to the National Park Service in 1980. His family retained use of five acres and their cabin for 25 years. This allowed them to enjoy their retreat while the land became protected. The property, now Boekelodge, is part of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The cabin and pond remain as traces of the family's connection.
Who was Sonia Bellina? French TikToker‘s burned body found in Saint-Gilles vineyard
French TikToker Sonia Bellina's burned body was recently discovered in a Saint-Gilles vineyard on August 12, 2026. DNA testing reportedly confirmed her identity as French authorities opened an assassination investigation. Investigators are examining the scene and searching for evidence, while unverified online claims about a possible meeting before her disappearance continue circulating. No suspect has been publicly identified in the case so far.
Scientists tested two Argentine ant baits; one sent them roaming, other drove them near water
The study from the University of California, Riverside, found that two common ant-bait insecticides can cause very different changes in Argentine ant behaviour before the ants die. Thiamethoxam made affected ants unusually active and sent them roaming outside the nest, while boric acid caused ants to stop foraging and gather inside. The findings show that unusual ant activity after treatment does not necessarily mean the pesticide has failed.
Indian-origin mom's $1.7 billion school transportation startup is transforming the lives of American students
Ritu Narayan established Zum to address the challenges parents face in student transportation. The company leverages technology to enhance the school bus experience for children. Zum has now achieved unicorn status with a valuation exceeding one billion dollars and is expanding into the energy market by introducing electric buses. This revolutionary approach is reshaping the way students commute to and from school.
Kick streamer JollyIRL's bungee jump incident in Thailand explained after stream cuts mid-jump
Kick streamer JollyIRL worried viewers after her bungee jump in Pattaya, Thailand, ended with her livestream suddenly cutting off. Fans had no immediate update and some feared she may have been seriously hurt. Sneako also reacted with concern. JollyIRL later confirmed she was okay, while saying her arm and neck hurt and that she believed she had suffered whiplash after the jump.
Henrietta Lacks died at 31, but her cells lived on and transformed modern medicine
Henrietta Lacks' cervical cancer cells became immortal, revolutionizing biomedical research and medical advancements. These HeLa cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine and studying various diseases. Her family remained unaware of this scientific breakthrough for decades after her death. The story highlights critical ethical debates concerning patient consent and financial benefits. This legacy continues to shape discussions on scientific progress and human dignity.
xQc calls out Hasan for blaming "coordinated smear campaigns" over dog controversy
xQc challenged Hasan Piker to take responsibility for shocking his dog rather than attributing it to smear campaigns. He argued that a simple acknowledgment and apology could have effectively resolved the controversy. Moreover, xQc expressed skepticism about Hasan's choice to hire a dog walker, raising questions about his commitment to his pet's welfare. This debate erupted once again following a viral clip featuring Hasan and his dog, Kaya.
In 1989, Apple buried about 2,700 Lisa computers in a landfill; here's why
In 1989, Apple buried about 2,700 unsold Lisa computers at a landfill in Logan, Utah, ending the story of one of its biggest early failures. Launched in 1983 with a graphical interface and mouse, the Lisa was ahead of its time but struggled because of its nearly $10,000 price and hardware problems. A computer reseller later tried to upgrade and sell thousands of the machines, but the effort ultimately failed. Today, surviving Lisa computers are valuable pieces of Apple history.
Post left Mar-a-Lago to govt hoping it would become 'Winter White House', Trump made her wish true
Mar-a-Lago has a long history that predates Donald Trump and the FBI search. Built in the 1920s by wealthy heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post, the Florida mansion hosted royals, diplomats, lavish parties and charity events. Post later left the estate to the US government as a presidential retreat, but it was eventually bought by Trump in 1985.
RECENT NEWS
- Alaska's live bearcam becomes summer hit as brown bears gather at Brooks Falls to catch salmon
- In 1980, Miles Boekeloo sold his 365-acre retreat, keeping 5 acres and its cabin for 25 years
- Who was Sonia Bellina? French TikToker‘s burned body found in Saint-Gilles vineyard
- Scientists tested two Argentine ant baits; one sent them roaming, other drove them near water
- Indian-origin mom's $1.7 billion school transportation startup is transforming the lives of American students
