Author: Breana Ceballos

Modern football has been connecting people from different backgrounds, financial statuses, and cultures for almost two centuries. However, the connectivity of soccer and the way fans learn and engage in the sport have changed drastically. Football video games like FIFA, PES, Real Football, eFootball, and Football Manager are now influencing global football culture in profound ways. These games simulate matches, create a sense of community, and educate the fans more about the sport. Aside from playing video games, supporters love betting on the sport to show their passion for their favorite club or players. These include the team to win,…

St. Louis is a city known for its tasty food scene, from its iconic ribs to unique local flavors. Amidst this vibrant culinary scene, many wonder why popular chains like Del Taco are missing. Despite the chain’s success in many parts of the country, you’ll find no signs of one in St. Louis. Moving here from sunny California, I have to say this was one of the biggest culture shocks next to Carl’s Jr being called Hardees, and the fact that their “Green Burrito” is called “Red Burrito.” The Absence of Del Taco in St. Louis According to the Riverfront…

Chuck E. Cheese has partnered with Dippin’ Dots to launch an exclusive new flavor, Chuck E.’s Cookie Crunch, available only at Chuck E. Cheese locations nationwide. This marks the first Dippin’ Dots flavor to bear the iconic character’s name and take a permanent spot on the Chuck E. Cheese menu served exclusively at its fun centers nationwide. To celebrate the launch and just in time for the brand’s 48th anniversary, Chuck E. Cheese is declaring May 14 as “National Chuck E.’s Cookie Crunch Day,” offering guests a free small Chuck E.’s Cookie Crunch Dippin’ Dots at participating locations nationwide with a coupon available here.…

PTSD affects about 8 million adults in the US, and traditional trauma therapy doesn’t work for 35% to 50% of patients. This treatment gap has pushed scientists to look for new ways to help people heal. The solution might come from an unexpected source – a simple block-stacking game from the 1980s that shows promise in trauma recovery. Studies reveal that playing Tetris after remembering traumatic events can cut intrusive memories by 62% compared to control groups. On top of that, it acts like a “cognitive vaccine” that stops PTSD symptoms from developing right after traumatic events. The science behind…

For years, Gushers fans have made one thing clear: they’re obsessed with the blue ones. They’ve begged. They’ve posted. They’ve even sorted them by hand. Now, Gushers is finally making dreams come true with the launch of Gushers All Blue — the first-ever box featuring only blue Gushers, available nationwide starting this month. Alongside the return of fan-favorite vibrant Blueberry Grape, the Gushers All Blue pack also introduces Sour Blue Raspberry, a brand-new flavor inspired by the internet’s latest candy trends and the surge in popularity for sour candy. It’s sweet, tart and it’s here as a result of fan…

Introduction Running an online smoke shop in California, the United States, sounds simple on paper. After all, cannabis is legal in the state, and selling smoking accessories doesn’t involve any cannabis products themselves. But the reality is far more complicated. Strict cannabis regulation, outdated federal policies, and financial barriers make it incredibly difficult for online businesses to operate smoothly. Many online retailers have faced sudden payment freezes, rejected advertisements, and unclear shipping restrictions. While dispensaries navigate strict licensing rules to sell cannabis, online smoke shops selling accessories—vaporizers, bongs, rolling papers—often fall into a gray area. Without a clear legal framework,…

Customer support is a competitive differentiator. In an age where customers expect near-instant help, businesses are under pressure to respond quickly, solve problems effectively, and manage growing volumes of support tickets. But not all tickets are created equal. Some need urgent attention (think: failed payments, outages, VIP clients), while others can wait. Manually sifting through incoming tickets to decide who needs help first is inefficient and error-prone. That’s where AI-powered chatbots come in. These intelligent assistants don’t just answer customer queries, they help prioritize support tickets intelligently, ensuring that critical issues rise to the top of the queue. In this…

Growing up like many millennials, “Harry Potter” came at a time in my life when I felt like an outcast at school. Like Harry, I was bullied, and this idea of some grand magical place where wizards and witches could go to was so intriguing. In my mind, everyone was equal. Villains could be redeemed so long as they put in the work. And heroes had the moral compass I was already so instilled with. May 2nd is International Harry Potter Day because it commemorates the Battle of Hogwarts. A pivotal event in the Harry Potter story where Harry and his…

Get ready, anime fans! Pluto TV, the global leader in FAST, is supercharging its anime lineup with the most extensive content refresh ever. This expansive update marks the most significant evolution of the streamer’s Anime category since its launch, introducing brand-new channels, fan-favorite series, and refreshed content for anime enthusiasts of all levels, for free. Pluto TV kicks off Ani-May with the launch of new channels including Anime x HIDIVE, Pluto TV Anime Comedy, and a 24/7 channel dedicated entirely to “Inuyasha.” Later in the month, the celebration continues with the debut of Pluto TV Anime Movies and a Kids Anime channel featuring fan-favorite series like “D-Gata Defenders”, “Bakugan,”…

Hey all you nerds! I hope.. It’s Free Comic Book Day this weekend! I’m here popping in to tell you to please support your local comic book shop! There is a long list of reasons why they need traffic more than anything right now but a lot of it has to do with starting May off with a big enough profit that they can pay their rent. Hopefully. Things are tough, but we as the consumer are tougher and can choose where to spend our hard earned money. And before the recession fully hits, let’s go bonkers on books! Click…