Southern California once had so many of these mountain frogs that people could barely avoid stepping on them; now about 650 were released back into the wild

Southern California once had so many of these mountain frogs that people could barely avoid stepping on them; now about 650 were released back into the wild

In the streams of Southern California’s mountains, the southern mountain yellow-legged frog has had a difficult few decades. The species was once far more widespread, with historic accounts describing streams where frogs were so numerous that people could scarcely move without stepping around them. Finding them in the wild is a very different proposition; their … Read more

Why is Tim Cook stepping down? What he plans to do at his Palm Springs vacation home after Apple exit

Apple CEO Tim Cook thanks guests and officials during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Apple's Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Annie Mulligan) (AP Photo/Annie Mulligan)

Apple’s long-term CEO Tim Cook has officially stepped down, passing on the role to John Ternus. This is not a complete exit from the company, as Cook will continue to serve as executive chairman. However, the transition does mark the end of his 15-year tenure as Apple CEO. Apple CEO Tim Cook thanks guests and … Read more

‘Is Ariana Grande sick?’: Fans worried as singer ‘stepping back’ amid scrutiny over ‘Petal’ music video

Singer Ariana Grande. (File Photo)

Singer Ariana Grande has been under massive scrutiny after fans noticed that her appearance on the music video of ‘Petal’ was unusual. Shortly after her appearance sparked scrutinyGrande announced she is “stepping back” from the public eye. Singer Ariana Grande. (File Photo) The People reportedwith a statement from Ariana Grande’s representative, that the singer is … Read more