Author: Adrian Garrett

For Immediate Release: Guam News Factor – After 52 years of anticipation and numerous failed attempts, one man is determined to finally witness a total solar eclipse on August 21. Despite disappointments in 1972 and 2017, the man has not given up on his dream and is willing to go to extreme measures to ensure success. The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, has traveled to various locations along a 1,400-mile stretch of the eclipse path over the years in pursuit of clear skies. His dedication to witnessing this rare phenomenon is unmatched, as he recounts the details of his…

The son of hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, Christian Combs, is facing serious accusations of sexual assault in a lawsuit filed in the Los Angeles Superior Court. The lawsuit was brought by Grace O’Marcaigh, a crew member on a yacht leased by the Combs family in December 2022. O’Marcaigh alleges that Christian Combs pressured her to drink tequila, which she suspects may have been laced with drugs, and then proceeded to assault her. Sean Combs is also included in the lawsuit on allegations of liability and aiding and abetting, although he is not accused of sexual assault. The attorney for…

The United States is gearing up for a rare celestial event as the next total solar eclipse won’t be until August 2044. Dubbed “Eclipse Across America,” the event will take place on April 8 and will be broadcast live on various platforms such as ABC, ABC News Live, National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Disney+, and Hulu starting at 2 p.m. ET. Total solar eclipses occur when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, temporarily blocking the sun’s face. According to NASA, the last total solar eclipse in America took place in August 2017, and the next coast-to-coast eclipse…

President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping recently held a phone call to discuss various contentious and collaborative issues. The call, which occurred on Tuesday morning, covered a wide range of topics including combating narcotics production, addressing the Middle East conflict, concerns over North Korea’s nuclear program, and China’s support of Russia during the Ukraine war. According to White House national security spokesman John F. Kirby, the conversation was intended to be a “check-in” rather than a discussion with specific outcomes. However, both leaders engaged in a “candid and constructive” dialogue during the call. In addition to the aforementioned topics,…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about a concerning rise in invasive meningococcal disease in the United States, with 422 cases reported last year – the highest number since 2014. This potentially deadly disease is caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis and has a fatality rate of 10-15% even with appropriate treatment. Symptoms of invasive meningococcal disease include fever, headache, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, photophobia, and severe aches and pains. The disease can become life-threatening within hours, and survivors may experience long-term effects such as deafness or amputation. So far this year, 143 cases…

Dodgers Fall Short in Extra-Inning Loss to Cardinals Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto had an impressive rebound game, pitching five shutout innings in his first career start at Dodger Stadium. Star outfielder Mookie Betts continued his strong performance with three hits, including a crucial ninth-inning homer that helped erase a late three-run deficit. However, the Dodgers ultimately fell short in a 6-5 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals in extra innings. The Dodgers struggled with bullpen weaknesses, particularly against left-handed hitters, which led to a seventh-inning collapse. Manager Dave Roberts faced criticism for his decision to leave right-hander…

Locals and spring breakers in Florida are in for a treat this weekend as SpaceX plans a possible double rocket launch on Saturday. The space company is set to launch two Falcon 9 rockets back-to-back in the evening, with the first scheduled for 5:52 p.m. The rocket will be carrying the Eutelsat 36D telecommunications satellite, serving Africa and Eurasia. Following shortly after, the second launch is targeting 9 p.m., carrying a batch of Starlink satellites. This double rocket launch will be a spectacle to witness, with the last one in the Space Coast occurring on February 14-15. However, United Launch…

The latest installment in the MonsterVerse franchise, “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” has roared into theaters with a strong start, raking in a record-breaking $10 million in Thursday previews. Warner Bros. and Legendary’s film is already on track to have the best preview numbers ever for the MonsterVerse series. Industry insiders are projecting a domestic weekend opening in the range of $45 million to $50 million, with an additional $80 million expected from overseas markets. This puts the global launch of the film at an impressive $135 million. “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” has outperformed its predecessors in…

After years of successful missions, the Delta IV Heavy rocket, known for being one of the most powerful rockets to ever launch from Cape Canaveral, is getting ready to retire. The next and final liftoff for the Delta IV Heavy is currently in limbo as the launch attempt was recently scrubbed due to high winds and a failed pump. The classified payload for the National Reconnaissance Office will be sent into orbit on the rocket’s last mission. The Delta IV Heavy, manufactured by United Launch Alliance (ULA), is equipped with three core stages, with each engine capable of producing up…

A tragic bus crash in South Africa’s Limpopo province has left 45 people dead as they were on their way to an Easter conference at the Zion Christian Church in Moria. The passengers, who were pilgrims traveling from Botswana, were involved in the accident in the Mamatlakala mountain pass. The bus reportedly caught fire after crashing through barriers and plunging off a bridge. Among the victims was an eight-year-old girl, who miraculously survived the crash and was airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries. Efforts are currently underway to recover the bodies of the deceased passengers, with reports indicating that…