Author: Gist It

  • The U.S. defeats Vietnam 3-0 to open its 2023 Women’s World Cup

    The U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team claimed a 3-0 victory over Vietnam in the opening match of the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Game Highlights: Sophia Smith and Lindsey Horan scored for the U.S. in a match dominated by the American team. * In the 14th minute, Sophia Smith scored the first goal after a pass […]

  • AMC Theaters reverses its decision to price tickets based on where customers sit

    AMC Theaters has reversed its decision to price tickets based on customers’ chosen seating locations. Driving the news: AMC had initially announced in February a pricing model, called Sightline, where middle seats would be more costly than front row seats. * The company has decided to abandon the initiative amid concerns of reduced competitiveness due […]

  • What to know about Florida’s new Black history curriculum as Harris prepares to speak

    Florida’s new curriculum for teaching Black history in K-12 schools, which includes controversial approaches to slavery, is drawing criticism and is expected to be the subject of Vice President Harris’ upcoming speech in the state. The big picture: The state-approved changes to social studies curriculum are divisive, as they came just months after Florida rejected […]

  • The ‘lioness’ that sparked a massive search near Berlin may have just been a boar

    A large-scale search for a suspected lioness near Berlin was called off after officials suggested the animal might have been a wild boar. The beginning: The believed lioness, first spotted on Thursday night, was reported by a passer-by who saw a large cat chasing a wild boar. * The Brandenburg Police found the claim of […]

  • Teen amputee to compete in marathon to raise awareness for athletes with disabilities

    A teen amputee is planning to compete in the upcoming San Francisco Marathon with the aim to raise awareness for athletes with disabilities. Making a statement: The unnamed teenager plans to tackle the San Francisco Marathon using crutches. * His motivation for participating in the event is to raise awareness for athletes with disabilities. * […]

  • Tony Bennett, king of the American Songbook, dead at 96

    Famed singer, Tony Bennett, known for his timeless hits and unique voice, has died at 96. Life and Career: Bennett, born Anthony Dominick Benedetto, was a highly celebrated American singer well-known for his contributions to the American Songbook. * His career started in the 1950s, gaining rapid popularity on radio and releasing hit after hit […]

  • Amid a record heat wave, Texas construction workers lose their right to rest breaks

    Texas construction workers are set to lose their right to rest breaks, amid a record heatwave in the state. New law rolled out: Governor Greg Abbott signed the Texas Regulatory Consistency Act (HB 2127) on June 13, which restricts cities and counties from implementing regulations stricter than the state’s. * The new law, effective from […]

  • Trump classified documents trial in Florida to begin May 20

    Former President Donald Trump’s trial on charges of withholding and concealing classified documents will begin on May 20 in Florida. The case: Trump faces 37 counts, including over 30 violations of the Espionage Act, related to allegations of withholding national security documents. * Trump is also charged with making false statements and conspiring to obstruct […]

  • Egypt’s vanishing village men: Risking it all to get to Europe

    Thousands of men from Egypt’s poor rural villages are disappearing to join the increasing number of Egyptians illegally migrating to Europe, often risking their lives and leaving families in debt due to the ballooning fees of smugglers, as Egypt’s economy continues to plummet. Waves of migration: A dramatic rise in Egyptians leaving the country illegally, […]

  • Up First briefing: Barbenheimer; Trump indictments; Baghdadi raid investigation

    Top stories include potential indictments against former President Donald Trump, tech leaders’ meeting with President Biden, the Pentagon’s alleged impartiality on a 2019 raid in Syria, and increasing home and rent prices. Trump Indictments: Despite already having two indictments, former President Trump might face a third one related to his actions during the Jan. 6 […]