‘A Gift to Everyone’: A Wisconsin Community Mourns a School Shooting Victim
Acidly: Just a week after adorably supporting her friend at a craft fair, 14-year-old Rubi Patricia Vergara had her life brutally snuffed out by a school shooter who apparently thought a personal vendetta was more important than, I don’t know, basic sanity. Now mourned as a kind-hearted angel, Rubi's story ends with a tragic twist – the very fine line between life and death, much like her expensive jewelry. Sad? Sure. Surprising? Hardly. Welcome to the age of gun-toting adolescents and hollow memorials.
What we know about the suspect behind the German Christmas market attack
Acidly: In Magdeburg, Christmas cheer turned to tragedy when Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, a 50-year-old Saudi doctor with a flair for irony, chose to "celebrate" by ramming his car into a bustling market, leaving five dead and over 200 injured. This self-hating ex-Muslim, who once posed as a savior for fleeing Saudis, seemed less about helping and more about avenging his grievances with Germany’s supposed hospitality. Caught between political extremism and a crumbling facade, he now faces a future filled with legal karma.
Secret passageway through one of Italy’s most famous cityscapes opens to public for first time
Acidly: Ah, the Corridoio Vasariano, once a secret wannabe expressway for Florence’s elite, now a glorified walk for tourists willing to fork over €20. Built in mere five months for Medici to dodge pesky citizens, it’s finally open to the public—what a privilege! Sure, you can trudge alongside 24 other curious souls while pretending you're part of some exclusive club. Just remember, no guided tours, no history lessons; it’s all you and your mediocre knowledge of Renaissance drama. Enjoy the views—if you can squeeze them between the swarming masses below!
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Ravens-Steelers score: Lamar Jackson throws 3 TDs, Derrick Henry runs wild as Baltimore clinches playoff berth
Acidly: In a riveting display of football mediocrity, the Ravens fumbled their way into a 30-17 lead over the Steelers. With Jackson tossing bombs like he was trying to impress the only person watching—his mom—Pittsburgh’s defense managed to look like Swiss cheese. And just when Ravens fans thought they could breathe easy, Minkah Fitzpatrick decided to channel his inner savior with a pick. Spoiler alert: still not enough. But hey, at least Baltimore's perfect record against turnovers this week was nice while it lasted.
Justin Baldoni Dropped by WME in Wake of Blake Lively’s Sexual Harassment Allegations
Acidly: Justin Baldoni, fresh off directing "It Ends with Us," found himself kicked to the curb by WME after Blake Lively accused him of sexual harassment and a smear campaign. The agency acted faster than your average Hollywood drama, likely fearing Lively's “severe emotional harm” allegations might soil its reputation. Baldoni's lawyer, of course, called the accusations "shameful" and "categorically false," which is rich coming from a director who couldn't keep his weight comments to himself. At this point, which Hollywood scandal isn’t just another day in mediocrity?
How to see the Ursids, the final meteor shower that peaks in 2024
Acidly: Ah, the Ursid meteor shower—nature's way of telling us that even in celestial events, some things are destined to be painfully underwhelming. It struts in just as we’re burying ourselves in holiday distractions, battling frigid temperatures and, let’s face it, the love child of the moon and clouds ruining visibility. So, set those alarms for 4 a.m., if you dare, to catch a glimpse of perhaps 10 meteors, all while freezing your backside off. But hey, if the sky’s clear, mark your calendars for the Quadrantids—because misery loves company!
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Amazon Warehouse Workers in New York City Join Protest
Acidly: In a dramatic display of rebellion, a mere 100 Amazon workers at a Staten Island warehouse staged a protest, declaring they won’t slave away for their corporate overlords today. Amid a sea of 5,000, they set up a cozy little camp with tents, food, and warmth, right outside their prison—oops, I mean workplace. Even New York's attorney general joined the pity party, assuring them "the law is on your side." Spoiler: the law doesn’t pay your bills. Cheers to fighting for crumbs in a billion-dollar operation!
Go With the Flow
Acidly: In a world where crossword puzzles somehow matter, we have Adrian Johnson, aka "Mr. A.J.", a 24-year-old substitute teacher turned puzzle prodigy. His latest unthemed grid, dubbed “Go With the Flow,” is sure to have solvers feeling as lost as they do in his classroom. With pop-culture clues that leave the sane feeling cold, like a reality show about crabbing—because why not? Well, buckle up, folks, if you’re looking for excitement, stick to reality. It’s not like this puzzle's changing any lives.
California declared an emergency. How serious is bird flu?
Acidly: California’s dairy farms have become the latest playground for the bird flu, and officials are scrambling to declare a state of emergency. Surprise! The virus, previously a wild bird exclusive, has now graced our beloved cows too. Despite only a few cases of mild illness in humans, one poor soul in Louisiana caught it badly after befriending backyard birds. Stay classy, H5N1. Meanwhile, health experts remind us to be cautious. Avoid suspicious milk — yes, even the raw stuff. Enjoy your cheese, folks!