High orange juice prices may be on the table for a while due to disease and extreme weather
MOGI GUACU, Brazil (AP) — Orange juice prices have always been volatile and highly dependent on the weather. But the record-high prices the world is seeing for OJ right now may be on the table for a while. An invasive pest that has been killing Florida’s orange trees since 2005 also is spreading in Brazil, the world’s largest orange juice exporter. Extreme weather is another factor. This year’s orange harvest in Brazil is likely to be the worst in 36 years due to flooding and drought. Florida’s orange production fell 62% last year in the wake of Hurricane Ian. In the U.S., a 12-ounce can of frozen orange juice concentrate cost 42% more in April than a year earlier
How do cicadas make their signature sound, so eerie and amazingly loud?
WHEATON, Ill. (AP) — What stands out during a cicada invasion is the sound. It’s a constant, eerie, amazingly loud song that gets in a person’s ears and won’t let much else in. And it’s coming from the tiniest bugs. The song comes only from males, and it’s a mating call. The way they do it is a lot like how a drum works. They have a white membrane on their midsection that is made to vibrate. Then with some air behind it to make a good echo chamber, it creates a loud sound. If you listen carefully, there are two types of basic cicada calls. One is a buzzy wave that goes up and down, and the other is a constant whirring hum that is punctuated by a sound like fffaaaro, fffaaaro.
Chinese soccer fans are pouring money into a food stall run by Singapore’s goalkeeper. Here’s why
Chinese soccer fans have poured their love — and money — into a Singaporean goalkeeper’s food stall after his performance in a game this week indirectly helped China advance to the third qualifying round for the World Cup in 2026. Hassan Sunny became an overnight celebrity on Chinese social media after Singapore’s 3-1 loss to Thailand on Tuesday. China would have been eliminated if Thailand had won by three goals. Sunny made enough saves to prevent that from happening. Chinese fans have been lining up at the stand run by him and his wife in Singapore and sending money using the stall’s QR payment code.
Reported birth of rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone park fulfills Lakota prophecy
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The reported birth of a rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone National Park fulfills a Lakota prophecy that portends better times. However members of the American Indian tribe cautioned its also a warning that more must be done to protect the earth and its animals. Chief Arvol Looking Horse is the spiritual leader of the Lakota, Dakota and Nakota Oyate. He is also the 19th keeper of the White Buffalo Calf Woman Pipe and Bundle. He says for the Lakota, the birth of a white buffalo calf with a black nose, eyes and hooves is akin to the second coming of Jesus Christ.
R.E.M. reunite at Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony also honoring Timbaland and Steely Dan
NEW YORK (AP) — A reunion of R.E.M. was one of the unexpected highlights at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony that also honored legendary band Steely Dan, R&B and rap producer Timbaland, Nashville hitmaker Hillary Lindsey and Dean Pitchford, who helped Kenny Loggins with the megahit “Footloose.” SZA, Jason Isbell, Carrie Underwood, Trey Anastasio and Kevin Bacon were among the performers who brought the work of the songwriters to life during the gala at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City Thursday night.
Trump refers to Milwaukee as ‘horrible’ just before the city hosts the Republican convention
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Former President Donald Trump reportedly called Milwaukee a “horrible city” during a meeting with Republican lawmakers. The comment on Thursday drew disagreements from those who were there about what Trump meant when referring to the heavily Democratic city that will host the Republican National Convention next month. Trump made the comments during a meeting with members of Congress as part of a visit to Capitol Hill, his first since leaving office. Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung posted on X that Trump “was talking about how terrible crime and voter fraud are.” President Joe Biden’s campaign said, “If Donald Trump thinks Milwaukee is so horrible, then he shouldn’t come to our city.”
Barkov, Bobrovsky and the Panthers beat the Oilers 4-3 to move within win of Stanley Cup title
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Aleksander Barkov and Sergei Bobrovsky led the way as the Florida Panthers moved within a victory of their first Stanley Cup title, holding on to beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in Game 3 of the final. Game 4 is Saturday night in Edmonton. Barkov set up a goal and scored another while Bobrovsky made 32 saves to continue his run of dominance in the series. The Panthers pounced on turnovers and silenced a fired up Edmonton crowd witnessing the first Cup final game with fans in the city in 18 years.
McIlroy showing major form with bogey-free 65 to share US Open lead with Cantlay
PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) — Rory McIlroy and Patrick Cantlay are tied for the lead after one round of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2. McIlroy had tremendous control on a course that demands precision. He was bogey-free for a 65 in the afternoon. Cantlay had six birdies in his round of 65 in the morning. McIlroy hasn’t had a bogey-free start to a major since last winning one 10 years ago at the British Open. They led by one shot over Ludvig Aberg. Bryson DeChambeau powered his way to a 67 and was tied for third with Matthieu Pavon on France.
The FAA and NTSB are investigating an unusual rolling motion of a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials are investigating an unusual rolling motion during the flight of a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max. The Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday that it was working with Boeing and the National Transportation Safety Board on the investigation. The incident happened May 25 on a Southwest flight from Phoenix to Oakland, California. The crew regained control of the plane and landed safely in Oakland. No injuries were reported. The FAA says that an inspection of the Boeing Max showed damage to a unit that controls backup power to the plane’s rudder. The FAA says other airlines have not reported anything similar.
Historically Black Coconut Grove in Miami nurtured young athletes. Now that legacy is under threat
MIAMI (AP) — Historically Black West Coconut Grove is a majority Black neighborhood hidden among some of the most affluent areas in Miami that once boomed with sports and economics. It nurtured the early careers of Olympic gold medalists and football stars like NFL receiver Amari Cooper and former pro running back Frank Gore. Today, few remnants of that proud Black heritage exist. Years of economic neglect followed by recent gentrification have wiped out much of the neighborhood’s cultural backbone. Now, this once-thriving community is at risk of extinction.
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