Kansas City, MO

Before she began dating Kansas City Chiefs superstar tight end Travis Kelce, pop sensation Taylor Swift was in a long-term relationship with Joe Alwyn that never led to an engagement despite their seven years together. But it doesn’t sound like she’s willing to do that again with Kelce.

Taylor Swift ‘doesn’t want to waste more time’ with Travis Kelce

CarBuzz.com

Ford CEO, Jim Farley, made a rather controversial statement in an interview recently:. We have to start to get back in love with smaller vehicles. It's super important for our society and for EV adoption. We are just in love with these monster vehicles, and I love them too, but it's a major issue with weight.

Ford Made A Huge Mistake Killing Its Two Most Affordable Models

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

The US Sun

SCIENTISTS are warning drivers to rethink their car-based hydration options as temperatures continue to rise in the mid-summer months. Anecdotal studies suggested that some hot car-based water bottles may increase the risk of carrying bacteria, but there is a driving tip to avoid the pathogens. Several drivers were concerned about the health impacts of using […]

Drivers warned to think twice before drinking water bottles left in hot car – as experts find ‘bacteria breeding ground’

Asahi Kasei's experts have announced a battery innovation that promises improved power output and service time, which are welcome words to any potential electric vehicle owner. The breakthrough is a "high-ionic" electrolyte for lithium-ion power packs, according to a press release from the Japan-based team. Electrolyte is the substance that...

Japanese tech company announces discovery that could change the future of EVs: 'This proof of concept is a technological breakthrough'

While vapes or e-cigarettes first appeared around 20 years ago as an alternative to smoking, their prevalence and use have increasingly become problematic. Governments and regulators are now catching up to what is widely seen as an addictive and unsafe product. Australia has just passed a world-first bill that will ban all vapes from general retail later this year.

What's really inside vapes? We pulled them apart to find out

The single most important factor when purchasing a motorcycle is the miles. 30,000 to 50,000 miles is considered high for any motorcycle; however, cruisers and touring bikes can easily reach 100,000 miles or more. Depending on the extreme conditions, sport bikes and off-road motorcycles will have considerably fewer miles. Several...

What is High Mileage for a Motorcycle?

Lawrence, KS

Interesting Engineering

Organic semiconductors offer a viable alternative to silicon-based photovoltaic panels at a lower cost and with greater flexibility.

Silicon days over? Organic solar panel turns 20% of sunlight into electricity

Cobalt mining for EV batteries is controversial, but most operations are ethical - no child labor involved. While EVs have higher emissions during production, they emit 0% CO2 while driving, unlike gasoline cars. EVs are not just a trend or political statement, they're part of the solution to reducing CO2...

The Real Reason Electric Vehicles Are Here

SlashGear

It can be a bit bemusing at first when detecting the smell of rotten eggs in your car, especially when you're not sure of the source. There's no forgotten grocery bag in the hot trunk, and you didn't accidentally buy a rotten egg scented air freshener. So if the culprit is unfortunately not egg-related, where's it coming from?

If Your Car Smells Like Rotten Eggs, Here's What You Need To Check

Daily Mail

Adam Rude felt ill and tired hours before competing for $10million on Day 5 of poker's most prestigious event, which took place from July 3rd to July 12th, according to Poker News.

Pro poker player suffers heart attack during major Las Vegas tournament - but manages to win $60k

Water pumps, mini bike builds, and rototillers are just a few examples of where the 212cc Predator engine shines as a major brand of Harbor Freight. According to Forbes.com, Harbor Freight Tools brought in a revenue of $6.5 billion in 2023 and is experiencing rapid growth. The company is making a name for themselves with their popular and versatile small engine products. In fact, there are 13 different small engines Harbor Freight's 212cc Predator can replace.

Predator 212 Hemi Vs. Non-Hemi Engine: How To Tell The Difference

Oregon State

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With scorching heatwaves sweeping across the country, drivers are being advised to take their car's thermometer readings with a grain of salt. While your dashboard might display a temperature that seems outrageously high, experts suggest not relying on it for an accurate outdoor temperature gauge.

Drivers cautioned not to use a standard car feature on hot days - opt for your phone instead

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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Love eating ice-cold oysters-on-the-half-shell in the summertime? Enjoy a large bowl of mussels cooked in garlic, wine, butter and parsley? Then you may be a bit discouraged to learn that, as per Megan Schaltegger at Delish, both oysters and mussels "contain 'disturbingly high levels of fiberglass.'" Perhaps it's a good time to curtail your consumption a bit, at least in the interim.

New study reveals that mussels, oysters and other sealife contains an excess amount of fiberglass

GOBankingRates

Getting the most miles per gallon is a bit of a game when you own a vehicle. If you have a larger SUV, you might be driving a gas guzzler around town. On the other hand, if you have an electric hybrid...

I’m a Mechanic: These Common Misconceptions About Fuel Efficiency Are Costing You Money

Motor1.com

Stellantis announced second-quarter sales figures for its brands under Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, and the news isn't good. Double-digit drops are everywhere, with two very curious exceptions. All the Detroit-based brands are down, but the Italians—notably Fiat and Alfa Romeo—are up. Ram suffered the biggest blow, falling 26 percent...

Stellantis Sales Are Tanking, Folks

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

More Australians than ever are riding electric bikes—a fact you may have noticed on the streets of our cities and towns. Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are typically equipped with an electric motor and a battery, providing power to help you pedal. Some allow you to boost and lower the amount of pedaling assistance you get.

Is an electric bike right for you? Here's what to consider before you buy

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Cheap Motor Oil Is Fine but You Should Pay Extra for the Good Stuff, Testing Shows

If you're like me, you're probably always stressing about what type of oil to put in your car. As much as I'd like my beaters to...

Cheap Motor Oil Is Fine but You Should Pay Extra for the Good Stuff, Testing Shows

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