Francisco Lindor’s Home Run Shows Ball Is Juiced, Critics Say
A home run by Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor on Sunday has reinforced rumors that the ball is juiced in Major League Baseball this season. Lindor, who…
Tainted alcohol kills at least 19 in Costa Rica, health officials say
At least 19 people have died since early June after drinking alcohol tainted with methanol in Costa Rica, prompting a national alert and widening the focus on the…
Palmetto Promise has plan to improve education in South Carolina
South Carolina is in a “very urgent and crisis-based situation” when it comes to public education, Palmetto Promise Institute President and CEO Ellen…
Iran Finalizes Electricity Pricing Scheme for Cryptocurrency Miners
The Iranian Economic Commission has reportedly finalized a tariff scheme for cryptocurrency miners, according to a July 21 report from Iranian economic daily Financial Tribune….
French retailer Casino sells subsidiary Vindémia to cut debt
PARIS – French supermarket retailer Casino (CASP.PA), under pressure to reduce its high debts, has agreed to sell its subsidiary Vindemia for 219…
Utah picks 8 growers for medical marijuana program
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah chose eight companies Friday to legally grow medical marijuana for the first time in the conservative state, though…
Giants’ 11-4 loss to Mets ‘a bump in the road,’ Bruce Bochy believes
All good things must come to an end. The Giants’ seven-game winning streak? Good, but over. The New York Mets hit four long…
Hong Kong actor Simon Yam stabbed on stage in mainland China
Veteran Hong Kong actor Simon Yam has been stabbed in the stomach while appearing on stage for a promotional event in mainland China. A man in…
Florida public schools will be required to provide mental health education for students
The Florida State Board of Education voted this week to require public schools to provide students with mental health education. Under the new…