Spelman College students developed PlantGPT, an AI-based device that lets plants “talk” by turning sensor data into spoken care advice. The project uses soil sensors to track things like moisture, light, temperature, and humidity, then feeds that information into an AI system that generates personalized guidance for the plant owner. How it works PlantGPT collects real-time plant health data through sensors in the soil. The system then processes that information and converts i

An NYPD detective saved her narcotics K-9, Mulk, after the dog was exposed to fentanyl during a Bronx-Manhattan drug bust and started showing signs of overdose. Detective Katherine Gill administered Narcan, and Mulk’s condition improved within minutes. What happened CBS News reports that Mulk and her handler were working a major fentanyl case when the dog suddenly became unresponsive, couldn’t walk well, and had pinpoint pupils. Gill realized something was wrong after they re

Elizabeth Smart says she was initially shocked by the bodybuilding turn in her life, because it was so far from what she imagined for herself a few years ago. But after quietly training and competing, she says the journey became about reclaiming strength, confidence, and control after trauma, not just about physique. What she said Smart wrote that she understands why people were surprised, since she once would have said “absolutely not” to bodybuilding. She also said she is p

Fans are already treating Drake’s upcoming album announcement as a fresh spark for the long-running Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud, especially because the rivalry has been so combustible since 2024. The latest fan chatter is less about a direct new diss and more about people reading every rollout move as potential subtext. Why the feud flares back up The Drake-Kendrick rivalry has been simmering for years, but it exploded in 2024 with a string of diss tracks that became a cult

Dylan Sprouse leaned into the joke at the The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere, showing off some playful fight moves just days after he and Barbara Palvin dealt with a home intruder at their Los Angeles home. Reports say he reportedly restrained the suspect until police arrived, and the couple later appeared on the red carpet in good spirits. What happened The incident reportedly took place around 12:30 a.m. when Palvin called 911 about a possible burglary attempt. Police said Sp

Jennifer Hudson made a full-circle return to American Idol 22 years after competing on the show, and she got emotional during the Disney Night performance of “Circle of Life” by Keyla Richardson. Hudson said the moment brought back memories of her own Idol journey, and she called being back on the other side of the stage “insane”. The Idol moment Hudson served as a guest judge and mentor, encouraging the contestants while reflecting on how much the show changed her life. Rich

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of The Osmonds, has died at age 76. Reports say he passed away Monday night in Utah, surrounded by his wife, Suzanne, and their eight sons. His legacy Osmond helped shape The Osmonds into a major family act and was known as a vocalist, musician, and songwriter. He also lived with multiple sclerosis for decades, which eventually forced him to step back from performing. Family reaction His brother Merrill said Alan was a gifted creator and a deepl

An Oklahoma high school principal was crowned prom king just days after he stopped an armed gunman from entering a school shooting, and the moment has gone viral because students treated him like a hometown hero. The principal, Kirk Moore of Pauls Valley High School, had tackled and disarmed a former student who was allegedly trying to carry out a mass shooting. What happened According to reports, Moore confronted the armed suspect as he entered the school on April 7, took hi

Blake Lively is trying to keep her and Ryan Reynolds’ net worth out of the It Ends With Us trial, arguing it could unfairly sway the jury. Justin Baldoni is pushing back, saying her finances are relevant because she has claimed his alleged smear campaign cost her millions in damages. What the fight is about Lively has asked the court to exclude wealth-related evidence, calling it improper and potentially prejudicial. Baldoni’s team says that doesn’t make sense if she’s seeki

A recent near-miss over Nashville and a string of bomb threats on flights have left travelers rattled, underscoring how quickly air travel stress can spike when safety alerts stack up. In one case, two Southwest jets came within about 500 feet of each other, while separate United flights were evacuated after bomb-scare reports, though no explosives were found. What happened The Nashville incident involved two Southwest planes making evasive moves to avoid a possible midair co

New reporting says Louisiana gunman Shamar Elkins had recently sought mental health treatment through Veterans Affairs and had been hospitalized for about a week and a half in January. Family members also said he had been struggling with suicidal thoughts and “dark thoughts” in the months before the shooting. What relatives said His brother-in-law told reporters Elkins seemed better when he returned home, but the family believed his mental health had been worsening again befo

Garcelle Beauvais opened up about the real story behind “dress-gate” and also talked about fully embracing grandma life, making the segment feel both playful and personal. She explained that the dress mix-up happened because she bought a white dress after being told the first night’s theme would be white, only to show up and find Kyle wearing the same one. She also said becoming a grandmother has been one of the happiest parts of her life, especially seeing her son Oliver ste

Taylor Swift influenced Mother Mary mainly through David Lowery’s vision for the pop-star world around Anne Hathaway’s character. He said he kept imagining “Taylor Swift in 10 or 15 years” as a reference point, and he specifically cited Swift’s 2018 Reputation concert film as a major inspiration for the movie’s concert sequences. How Swift shaped the film Lowery said Swift’s Reputation film was so strong that the team looked at it repeatedly while building the performance

Queen Latifah said one of her favorite memories with 2Pac was him showing up with her to her first show, which she took as proof of how comfortable and confident he was in himself. In the clip, she also said all her memories with him were good and that she still misses him. The moment was captured during a casual breakfast stop at Starbucks in West Hollywood, where she was asked to share a Tupac memory on the spot. The exchange has been circulating because it shows a more per

Jill Brand, recognized as the world’s first baby born through gestational surrogacy, marked her 40th birthday this week and reflected on the historic circumstances of her birth. She and her mother, Sandy, spoke about how unprecedented it was at the time for a woman to give birth to a baby with no genetic relationship to her. Why it’s historic Brand’s birth in 1986 is remembered as a milestone in reproductive medicine because it was the first successful gestational surrogacy c

A Florida doctor has been indicted on second-degree manslaughter charges after allegedly removing a patient’s liver instead of his spleen during surgery, which led to the patient’s death. The doctor was identified as Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, and the patient was 70-year-old William Bryan of Alabama. What prosecutors allege Authorities say the surgery was supposed to be a laparoscopic splenectomy on Aug. 21, 2024, but the wrong organ was removed, causing catastrophic blood loss.

The official trailer for Baylen Out Loud Season 3 shows Baylen Dupree juggling a potential move, wedding planning, Colin’s career changes, and tensions with her sister Sammi, all while continuing to navigate life with Tourette syndrome. TLC says the new season premieres Tuesday, May 19 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. What the trailer shows Baylen and Colin are seen dress shopping and discussing big decisions about their future, including finances and whether to relocate. The trailer also t

Kate Hudson says she’d love for Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell to pop up in Running Point , but she’s keeping expectations realistic and hasn’t confirmed anything. The idea came up because Brenda Song has already joked about getting nervous around Hudson’s famous parents, who are strongly connected to the show’s world. What Hudson’s saying Hudson’s comments suggest the family cameos would be fun, but only if they make sense creatively for the series. She’s also been clear that

The family of Lynette Hooker, the American woman missing in the Bahamas, says they want answers and remain deeply concerned about what happened on the water. Her husband, Brian Hooker, said his “sole focus” is finding her, while police say she fell overboard from a dinghy and was swept away by strong currents. What the family says Hooker’s daughter, Karli Aylesworth, has questioned the official account and said there is “more to the story,” including concerns about her stepfa

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reunited at CinemaCon to launch Practical Magic 2 , with the two stars taking the stage together to tease the sequel and confirm the film’s theatrical release on September 18, 2026. The moment also got extra attention because Bullock made a rare red-carpet appearance and reportedly had a playful backstage interaction with a security dog named Hedge. What happened Kidman and Bullock introduced new footage and plot details for the sequel, includ