Weather

Office of Buffalo Trace whiskey distillery swept into Kentucky River by mudslide

Feb. 25, 2025

A cargo container and a makeshift office for a centuries-old whiskey maker slid into the Kentucky River on Monday in the wake of heavy rain and flooding, officials said. A "weather-related mudslide occurred on the northeast side of Buffalo Trace Distillery" in Frankfort, Kentucky, early Monday, Victoria Zabel-Wirdak, a spokesperson for the distillery’s parent, Sazerac Co. Inc., said in a statement. The mudslide sent a "cargo container and one temporary office falling into the" Kentucky River, Zabel-Wirdak said.

Science & Tech

Apple shareholders reject ban on diversity programs

Feb. 25, 2025

Shareholders of Apple voted Tuesday against dismantling its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, rebuffing a conservative think tank’s recommendation. The vote at the company’s annual meeting was highly anticipated, as many major companies have dissolved their diversity programs in the wake of President Donald Trump’s executive orders forcing federal government agencies to abolish DEI programs.

Automotive

Nissan focused on finding new partnerships

Feb. 25, 2025

Nissan Motor Corp. will focus on finding new partnerships to offset costs of developing new automotive technology while bringing new vehicles to market faster as it works to return to profitability, according to President and CEO Makoto Uchida. Uchida outlined the automaker’s strategy during the company’s Q3 earnings call on Feb. 13. It was the same day that Nissan and Honda Motor Co. disclosed merger discussions had ended after the companies were unable to find common ground on a new corporate structure.

Entertainment

Ryan Reynolds’ former co-star Matthew Lawrence claims star had a ‘really hard time’ with production team

Feb. 25, 2025

Ryan Reynolds was allegedly difficult on the set of one of his earlier films, according to his one-time co-star Matthew Lawrence. On his "Brotherly Love Podcast," Lawrence shared his recollection of working with Reynolds on the film, "Boltneck," released in 2000. "The production team was having a really hard time with Ryan," Lawrence said, emphasizing that "this was young Ryan." Lawrence noted he had somewhat more experience on sets than Reynolds, having been a child actor, and Reynolds wasn’t "dialed in."

Entertainment

Justin Baldoni calls out Blake Lively for demanding privacy after publicizing sexual harassment allegations

Feb. 25, 2025

The "Jane the Virgin" star's lawyers pointed to a number of examples they claim show Lively chose to publicize the allegations. According to Baldoni's legal team, Lively provided "the otherwise confidential administrative complaint" filed with the California Civil Rights Department. They also accused Lively's PR team of making "bold statements" to the media in order to "rehabilitate her tarnished image" and pointed to Ryan Reynolds' "planned skit" for "SNL50" that referenced the "It Ends With Us" legal battle as evidence. Baldoni's team emphasized their approval of the court's model protective order, but noted having an "attorneys' eyes only" (AEO) designation for discovery was "not warranted."

Automotive

Rivian reports record-high gross profit of $170M in Q4

Feb. 25, 2025

Electric vehicle maker Rivian reported gross revenue of $170 million in Q4 2024, which was largely due to reductions in fixed and variable costs and sales of more expensive models, the company announced in its earnings report on Feb 20. Cost cutting led to reducing expenses by $31,000 per vehicle, bringing it closer to achieving its goal of a ‘modest’ net profit for the first time ever in 2025, the company said. However, Rivian warned of external factors that could impact its 2025 financial outlook, including regulatory and policy changes that could reduce demand, including the elimination of federal incentives that bolstered EV sales over the past several years.

Sports

Falcons GM dishes on Kirk Cousins plans after benching last season

Feb. 25, 2025

The Atlanta Falcons might not be moving on from Kirk Cousins – yet. Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot said Cousins will remain with the team for the foreseeable future, on Tuesday at the NFL Draft combine, via NFL Network. Cousins, 36, was benched in favor of rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. after struggling last season.

Sports

Eagles' Vic Fangio chided defense for allowing 22 points in Super Bowl LIX 2nd half, linebacker says

Feb. 25, 2025

The Philadelphia Eagles completely stymied the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense in Super Bowl LIX, sacking Patrick Mahomes and causing three turnovers on their way to a big win. The Eagles were pitching a shutout in the first half but allowed all of Kansas City’s 22 points in the second half. The defense in the final two quarters appeared to be a point of contention with defensive coordinator Vic Fangio despite the dominant display.

Sports

Chiefs GM talks Travis Kelce's future amid retirement rumors

Feb. 25, 2025

Travis Kelce hasn’t publicly commented on his retirement since his last podcast episode, but one high-level Chiefs official touched on it Tuesday. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach and head coach Andy Reid both spoke about the tight end during media availability at the NFL combine. "How we left at the end of the season is that he was fired up. He has one more year under contract," Veach said.

Travel

Keys, gators and Latin flavors: Why Miami continues to captivate visitors

Feb. 25, 2025

Miami. Just saying the name is enough to conjure thoughts of vibrant nightlife, streets aglow with neon and Art Deco architecture that lends everything a hip, 20th-century feel. This Florida gem is in your face and proud to be so. Yet it hasn’t always been like this. Miami is a city that has changed beyond recognition over the past 40 years. A tourist boom set off by the hit TV series “Miami Vice,” which first aired in 1984, saw the famous Art Deco buildings get a new lease on life as clubs and bars sprung up along the waterfront.