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Joseph Shavit
- Aug 7
People lost 52 pounds using new drug, Yale study finds
People with obesity treated with a weekly dose of Tirzepatide, lost about 52 pounds on average, according to results of a new study.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 10
New species of algae named for poet Amanda Gorman
“And so we lift our gaze, not to what stands between us, but what stands before us.” – Amanda Gorman, from “The Hill We Climb.”
Joseph Shavit
- May 22
What the new Jurassic Park movie gets wrong about dinosaurs
One of the most exciting moments of the new Jurassic Park sequel, Jurassic World Dominion, is when Quetzalcoatlus swoops down from the sky.
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 28
A spice found in most kitchens is key to greener, more efficient fuel cells
Turmeric and gold are used to create an electrode that requires 100 times less energy to efficiently convert ethanol into electricity.
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 19
Taylor Swift, the millipede: Scientists name a new species after the singer
The twisted-claw millipede Nannaria swiftae joins 16 other new species described from the Appalachian Mountains of the United States.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 21
Celebrities Spreading Solidarity and Raising Funds for Ukraine
Celebrities have put their money where their mouths are, donating money and launching fundraisers using their public platforms.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 15
Jennifer Garner shows ‘random act of kindness’ for people in need
Jennifer Garner is in the spotlight for sharing a simple way to give back to those in need via random acts of kindness using Ziplock bags.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 11
Hail to Syllipsimopodi Bideni — A squid fit for a president
Researchers from Yale have identified the earliest known relative of octopuses and vampire squid — and named it after Joseph R. Biden.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 9
NASA 'hero' Sally Ride honored with sculpture
While we watch the modern-day achievements of those involved in space exploration, it's important to never forget those who went before.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 7
Mila Kunis & Ashton Kutcher Give A $3 Million Dollar Helping Hand To The People Of Ukraine
Mila and Ashton took to Instagram to let their followers know they stand with Ukraine.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 13
Dolly Parton is donating free college tuition to all 11,000 Dollywood workers
Fans are once again begging Dolly Parton to lead this nation as the country queen promises a free ride to college for all Dollywood workers.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 4
Morgan Wallen donates $500,000 to several Black-led organizations
Morgan Wallen pledged $500,000 because that was the amount of money he estimated he'd made when his music sales spiked after the incident.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 1
Best TV shows of all-time: ‘Friends’ beats out ‘Seinfeld’ as greatest ever!
According to a survey of 2,000 adults, TV shows from the end of the 20th century are still better than anything on the air today.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 29
Rihanna's foundation donates $15 million to climate justice
Rihanna is backing her belief that climate change is a social justice issue by pledging $15 million to the movement through her foundation.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 20
‘I needed to do something’: Cardi B to help pay funeral costs of NYC fire victims
Rap superstar Cardi B plans to help pay for the funeral and burial costs of the 17 people killed in a high-rise building fire in New York.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 18
Celebrities vs influencers: New research determines a winner
New research looks at who we trust more for product marketing: celebrities or beauty influencers.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 17
Kevin Hart, Meek Mill and Michael Rubin donate $15 million to Philadelphia schools
Kevin Hart and Meek Mill have teamed up with Michael Rubin to donate $15 million to schools in need of financial aid in Philadelphia.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 5
Keanu Reeves Donated 70% of Movie Earnings to Charity
Keanu Reeves, has reportedly donated most of his salary from The Matrix to Leukaemia Research and it's a LOT of cash money.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 3
Inside Betty White’s incredible acts of kindness
Since her passing, some of Betty White's heroic acts of kindness that the star did in her long life have been recirculating online.