Former CFO of Donald Trump’s company, Allen Weisselberg, has pleaded guilty to lying under oath in Trump’s New York civil fraud case. The decision comes as part of a plea deal that will see Weisselberg serve five months in jail, but he is not required to testify at Trump’s upcoming hush-money criminal trial. Weisselberg admitted to providing false testimony in a lawsuit brought against Trump by New York Attorney General Letitia James. Despite this admission, Trump’s lawyers argue that Weisselberg did nothing wrong and was unfairly targeted. The judge overseeing the civil fraud case determined that Trump, Weisselberg, and others…
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The Puck Drop Investigates: The Deadly Rise of Pregabalin Pregabalin, a medication commonly prescribed for epilepsy, pain relief, and anxiety/depression under brand names like Alzain and Lyrica, has been gaining notoriety for all the wrong reasons. The drug, which was originally thought to be a safer alternative to opioids, has now become a cause for concern due to its highly addictive nature. Reports of widespread dependence on Pregabalin have been surfacing, with a growing number of fatalities linked to its use. The drug’s mortality rate has been on the rise, sparking alarm within the medical community. Despite being classified as…
A fierce winter storm has wreaked havoc in the Sierra Nevada region, leaving thousands of residents without power and creating treacherous conditions for travelers. Overnight, up to two feet of snow blanketed the area, causing power outages for about 49,000 customers in Nevada and California. The storm was so severe that ski resorts in the Lake Tahoe area were forced to pause operations due to whiteout conditions. The Interstate 80 was shut down over Donner Summit, a key trucking route from the San Francisco Bay Area, leading to major disruptions in transportation. Traffic cameras captured the sight of semi trucks…
A Team of Scientists Discover Nearly 10-Million-Year-Old Giant Anaconda in the Amazon A team of scientists from The University of Queensland, led by professor Bryan Fry, recently made a groundbreaking discovery in the Amazon of Ecuador – a nearly 10-million-year-old species of giant anaconda. The discovery was made with the help of the Indigenous Huaorani people during the filming of a National Geographic series. The team captured images showcasing the massive size of the northern green anaconda found in the Orinoco Basin of the Amazon. One female anaconda measured an impressive 6.3 meters (20.8 feet) long. Several anacondas were found…
Missouri DE Darius Robinson Expresses Frustration with NFL Scouting Combine Bench Press Setup Missouri defensive end Darius Robinson has voiced his frustration with the bench press setup at the NFL scouting combine. Robinson, who tied for eighth among EDGE rushers with 21 bench press reps, felt that the setup was unacceptable and plans to redo the bench press at his pro day on March 22nd. Robinson criticized the uneven rack and bar, moving bench, and carpet floor at the combine, stating that it affected his performance during the drill. His comments come in the wake of NFL players criticizing the…
Parents in Scotland were left feeling scammed after attending the highly anticipated Willy’s Chocolate Experience event in Glasgow. The event, which was marketed using AI-generated images promising a magical experience for children, fell short of expectations, leaving families disappointed. Upon arrival at the event, parents discovered a virtually empty warehouse with lackluster attractions that did not align with the extravagant promises made in the advertisement. Tickets for the event were priced at $45 per person, causing frustration among attendees who demanded refunds. The event organizers, House of Illuminati, made the decision to cancel the event mid-way through the first day…
An international team of astronomers utilizing the powerful James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery in the remnants of a recent supernova, SN 1987A. The supernova, which took place 160,000 light-years away in the Large Magellanic Cloud, is the most recent observable supernova within the Local Group of galaxies. Prior to the supernova event, observations of a burst of neutrinos hinted at the presence of a neutron star or black hole. However, it wasn’t until the recent study conducted in July 2022 using Webb’s specialized instruments that direct evidence of a neutron star was uncovered. The team’s analysis…
Esther Rodriguez Villegas, a professor at Imperial College London and founder of Acurable, recently spoke about the common health issues related to sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a serious disorder that affects millions of people worldwide and can lead to various health risks, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental health issues. While sleep apnea can affect anyone, it is more common in older men, those who are overweight, have a thicker neck circumference, and those who consume alcohol or use sedatives. Untreated sleep apnea can also lead to significantly worse glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes, making it…
At The Puck Drop, we bring you the latest news on the confirmed measles outbreak at an elementary school in Weston, Florida. Family physician and public health specialist Dr. George Rust had previously warned about the potential for such an outbreak due to vaccine hesitancy in the community. With at least six cases reported in the past week, the Florida Surgeon General has left the decision to stay home for up to 21 days after exposure to measles up to parents, contradicting CDC guidance. While excluding unvaccinated children during an outbreak can reduce the risk of the virus spreading, parents…
Four foreign nationals have been charged with transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons on a vessel intercepted by U.S. naval forces in the Arabian Sea. The operation resulted in the tragic deaths of two Navy SEALs during the mission. According to the complaint, the defendants were found in possession of Pakistani identification cards and were transporting suspected Iranian-made missile components. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco expressed concern over the flow of weapons from Iran to Houthi rebels in Yemen, stating that it threatens American interests. The defendants are also facing charges for providing false information to U.S. Coast Guard officers during the…