Wesley Messamore

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Headline news journalist with an eye on politics, fintech, equities markets, and global macro-finance. Libertarian and a friend to business people, entrepreneurs, engineers, artists, and people of faith.

World’s Oldest Man Born Before 1900 Dies in Brazil

World’s oldest man dies aged 127 in Brazil. Jose Paulino Gomes passed away at his residence in Corrego del Cafe, Pedra Bonita, Minas Gerais state, a mere week before he could celebrate his 128th birthday. Reports indicate that he continued riding horses until four years before his demise. Born on August 4, 1895, he tied the knot at the age of 22, as confirmed by his 1917 marriage certificate.

Video Shows Firefighting Plane Crashing in Greece

A video recently circulating on social media shows a Greek firefighting plane crashing into the mountains. According to the Greece local media, the firefighting plane crashed over the town of Karystos on the island of Evia near Athens.

Celsius Ex-CEO Arrested, Company To Pay $4.7B Settlement

Former CEO of Celsius Alex Mashinsky was arrested on Thursday and was charged with misleading customers about the business. The bankrupt crypto exchange firm agreed to pay $4.7 billion in settlement, one of the highest in Federal Trade Commission’s history. Persecutors said the company misled customers about its business model.

Scientists Discover The Brightest Mirror-Like Exoplanet

Scientists were able to discover the brightest exoplanet, covered by reflective clouds of metal. The ultra-hot exoplanet, which completes a full orbit around its host star in a mere 19 hours, holds the record for being the brightest exoplanet found to date. The blazing planet, known as planet LTT9779b, possesses bright clouds consisting of reflective silicates and metallic elements such as titanium.

Meta’s Threads Crossed 100 Million Users in 5 Days

Meta’s recently released Threads application has achieved an impressive user base of over 100 million users, surpassing even ChatGPT’s growth rate. While OpenAI’s chatbot reached this milestone within two months, Threads managed to accomplish the same feat in just a matter of days since its launch last Wednesday.

People Are Just Realizing What Twix Actually Stands For

 People have just realized the real meaning behind caramel shortbread chocolate bar ‘Twix’. The brand itself revealed the meaning to a twitter user who asked Twix what the name actually stood for. One twitter user took to twitter and was told that Twix stands for ‘twin sticks’.

Animals Roam Paris Streets After Protesters Opens Zoo

Cars, libraries, supermarkets, residential areas were set on fire as France protests intensified amid the death of a teen. Amid all this, the protesters freed zoo animals in Paris which have since then been freely roaming around in the city.

Princess Diana’s Famous Sheep Sweater is Going For Auction

If you know Princess Diana, you must know what “famous sheep jumper” are we talking about. The iconic sheep sweater is one of Diana’s most recognizable looks, according to the American magazine, the Cosmopolitan. Now the iconic sheep sweater is going up for auction by Sotheby’s in New York City between August 31 and September 14 of 2023.

Blow To Putin As Wagner Group Rebels Against Russian Military

The notorious Wagner group has turned against the Russian military and started marching towards the capital. The Wagner mercenary group has been fighting in Ukraine since Russia invaded it and has helped Russia capture key cities. In the latest address to the nation, Putin accused the group of treason and said everything will be done to protect the state.

71-Year-Old Won $476 Million in Mega Millions Jackpot

A 71-year-old man from New York won $476 million, the largest ever won in New York. The man named Johnnie Taylor retired recently from working as a handyworker in Manhattan, New York. Taylor’s wife couldn’t believe it and he had to go online to prove that he had the lucky numbers and those were 23-27-41-48-51.

Stars Are Expected To Vanish in 20 Years, Scientists Warn

Scientists have warned that stars will disappear in 20 years as light pollution continues to increase on earth. Scientists have been continuously warning about increasing space activity and light pollution on earth, both of which are contributing extensively to a future where people will not be able to see the beautiful stars at night.

Study Shows Scientists Can Now Collect DNA From Thin Air

Scientists can now collect DNA samples from sand footprints, air and even water, according to scientists who were studying sea turtles. Researchers from the University of Florida were studying environmental DNA in which they accidently found human DNA, which can be used to trace individuals.