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A Houston resident says his security camera caught a DoorDash driver delivering food while naked, sparking concerns about customer safety and company accountability as DoorDash scrambles to contain the fallout. Kiante Matlock of Houston said he was at home with his daughter when he received a phone alert that his Burger King order had arrived. […] The post Naked DoorDash delivery in Houston prompts outrage, questions about company screening appeared first on American Almanac .
A Houston resident says his security camera caught a DoorDash driver delivering food while naked, sparking concerns about customer safety and company accountability as DoorDash scrambles to contain the fallout. Kiante Matlock of Houston said he was at home with his daughter when he received a phone alert that his Burger King order had arrived. When Matlock checked his security-camera footage, he was stunned to discover the DoorDash driver who dropped off the meal appeared to be completely naked. “Which is crazy,” Matlock told local reporters, describing the moment he realized what had happened. The incident, recorded by Matlock’s Ring camera, has since gained national attention and left many questioning how such a breach of basic…Open
A boa constrictor named Princess has been chosen for a starring role in the Metropolitan Opera’s new adaptation of Mozart’s “Così fan tutte,” after a hands-on audition process that highlights just how far some productions go in the name of spectacle. The Metropolitan Opera in New York is taking its latest production in a bold […] The post Princess the boa constrictor wins role at the Metropolitan Opera after unique audition process appeared first on American Almanac .
A boa constrictor named Princess has been chosen for a starring role in the Metropolitan Opera’s new adaptation of Mozart’s “Così fan tutte,” after a hands-on audition process that highlights just how far some productions go in the name of spectacle. The Metropolitan Opera in New York is taking its latest production in a bold direction, casting a live boa constrictor for a prominent role. Princess, a large sun-glow boa constrictor with yellow-peach coloring, was selected to perform alongside carnival performer-turned-opera actor Zoe Ziegfeld, who will reprise the snake-charmer role for the third time at the Met. Another boa, Nala, has been named understudy. The unusual casting underscores the company’s commitment to…Open
Movie theaters across America raked in $4.61 billion in ticket sales over the summer of 2026, Hollywood’s best season in over a decade, yet the numbers show a rebound driven by fresh faces, Gen Z crowds, and high-end screens, not a simple return to business as usual. After years of pandemic-era closures and lackluster box […] The post Hollywood’s summer box office surges as audiences return, but the numbers reveal a more complicated comeback appeared first on American Almanac .
Movie theaters across America raked in $4.61 billion in ticket sales over the summer of 2026, Hollywood’s best season in over a decade, yet the numbers show a rebound driven by fresh faces, Gen Z crowds, and high-end screens, not a simple return to business as usual. After years of pandemic-era closures and lackluster box office takes, the U.S. movie industry recorded its strongest summer performance since 2013, with a 26.1% jump in domestic ticket sales compared to 2025. The surge, tracked from May 1 through August 31, was confirmed by Rentrak and cited by The Associated Press . But beneath the headline, the recovery reflects changing tastes, new industry players, and a younger audience taking the lead. Filmmakers and executives are…Open
Claims of record-shattering feats by robot “athletes” at this year’s World Humanoid Robot Games in China have circulated widely, even as key facts about the competition, the participants, and the supposed achievements remain undisclosed in the official reporting. Excitement over so-called robot athletes breaking records, some even said to rival human speedsters like Usain Bolt, […] The post Records fall at China’s World Humanoid Robot Games, but event details remain undisclosed appeared first on American Almanac .
Claims of record-shattering feats by robot “athletes” at this year’s World Humanoid Robot Games in China have circulated widely, even as key facts about the competition, the participants, and the supposed achievements remain undisclosed in the official reporting. Excitement over so-called robot athletes breaking records, some even said to rival human speedsters like Usain Bolt, has made headlines, with reports highlighting a futuristic spectacle set in China. Yet, despite the attention, basic details about the event, the names of the robots, their manufacturers, the nature of the records, and the timing and location of the games, have not been made public in the available coverage. The absence of these facts leaves a gap between…Open
DreamWorks Animation’s new film “Forgotten Island” is being hailed by its creators and cast as a heartfelt tribute to Filipino culture, sparking pride among Filipino Americans and drawing attention to Hollywood’s track record on representation. At a special screening held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood on August 28, 2026, directors Joel Crawford […] The post DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island’ puts Filipino culture in the spotlight as cast calls film a “love letter” to heritage appeared first on American Almanac .
DreamWorks Animation’s new film “Forgotten Island” is being hailed by its creators and cast as a heartfelt tribute to Filipino culture, sparking pride among Filipino Americans and drawing attention to Hollywood’s track record on representation. At a special screening held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood on August 28, 2026, directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado joined a star-studded cast, including Liza Soberano, H.E.R., Manny Jacinto, and Lea Salonga, to showcase a project they describe as an original adventure rooted in Filipino folklore and mythology. The film, scheduled for theatrical release on September 25, follows two best friends who stumble through a portal to the mystical island of Nakali, encountering…Open
Researchers who studied cockroach milk and other quirky scientific subjects received the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes in Zurich, as the satirical awards left the United States for the first time over safety and visa worries. Ten research teams were honored at the offbeat Ig Nobel ceremony on Thursday at a convention center in Zurich, […] The post Ig Nobel Prizes for oddball science move to Europe after safety concerns in US appeared first on American Almanac .
Researchers who studied cockroach milk and other quirky scientific subjects received the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes in Zurich, as the satirical awards left the United States for the first time over safety and visa worries. Ten research teams were honored at the offbeat Ig Nobel ceremony on Thursday at a convention center in Zurich, Switzerland. The event, which pokes fun at scientific achievement with tongue-in-cheek awards, moved abroad after 35 years in the US, marking a shift that organizers say was forced by mounting concerns over safety and travel restrictions for international guests. Winners included researchers who analyzed cockroach milk, buried thousands of pairs of underwear around the world to study soil health, and…Open