Trending Topics

Trending Topics for July 17th, 2024

Hello, and welcome to something new: the Trending Topics section. To be honest, this is little more than an experiment. So, without further ado, let’s dive right in.

Bob Menendez

Senator Bob Menendez, the paragon of the “Law and Order” party, is in the spotlight again for his federal corruption trial. He’s accused of accepting bribes, including gold bars and a luxury car, and acting as Egypt’s unregistered foreign agent. Despite the cash and gold bars found at his home, Bob’s got faith – in his ability to deflect blame onto his wife. Yes, he’s literally singing “Amazing Grace” on his way to court, convinced he’s as innocent as a saint. The jury’s still out, so for now, Menendez is left humming tunes and dodging responsibility​ (Hosted)​​ (UPI)​.

Spade-Toothed Whales

In a charming twist of fate, the world’s rarest whales, the spade-toothed beaked whales, decided to make a grand appearance on a New Zealand beach. These elusive creatures, previously known only from a few skull fragments, washed ashore, surprising everyone who initially mistook them for the more common Gray’s beaked whales. It took some DNA detective work to reveal their true identity. Imagine the shock on the scientists’ faces when they realized they had stumbled upon not just one, but two of these marine enigmas, a mother and her calf, who had remained hidden in the vast ocean depths for so long​ (SciTechDaily)​​ (Wikipedia)​​ (Smithsonian Magazine)​.

This discovery marks the first time intact specimens of these deep-diving, long-submerged whales have been found, shedding light on a species as mysterious as it is rare. These whales can dive over 2,600 feet and stay underwater for up to 87 minutes—probably why they’ve managed to evade human eyes for so long. The find underscores the importance of ongoing DNA analysis and data collection in uncovering the secrets of our planet’s most hidden residents​ (SciTechDaily)​​ (EarthSky)​.

Musk Moving On

Elon Musk, the tech world’s favorite billionaire and now a big-time Republican donor, has decided he’s had enough of Delaware. He’s packing up SpaceX and moving it to Texas, the land of big skies, big steaks, and apparently, big business incentives. The move comes after a Delaware judge ruled against his eye-watering $55 billion pay package, which clearly didn’t sit well with Musk. So, in a huff, he’s telling the First State to “pound sand” and shifting operations to the Lone Star State, where he already has Tesla, Neuralink, and The Boring Company. Texas, get ready for even more Elon-sized drama​ (Teslarati)​​ (KHOU)​.

Remembering Joe Bryant



Joe Bryant, the father of late NBA legend Kobe Bryant, passed away at the age of 69. Known as “Jellybean,” Joe Bryant was a former NBA player who made a significant impact both on and off the court. He played for the Philadelphia 76ers, San Diego Clippers, and Houston Rockets before embarking on a successful international and coaching career. Despite facing personal challenges, including a strained relationship with his son, Joe’s influence on Kobe’s career and his contributions to basketball are undeniable. His legacy will be remembered by many in the sports community​ (Wikipedia)​​ (Goalcast)​​ (PopCulture)​.

That’s it for today. Be cool, don’t do drugs, stay in school, and always think critically. And don’t forget to write content every day!

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