Wall Street investors will face a packed week ahead with several economic data releases that will shed light on the US economy’s performance. Key releases include jobs data for January, the University of Michigan’s preliminary consumer sentiment report, and manufacturing data for January. Additionally, the markets are likely to react to Donald Trump’s ongoing trade … Read more
Triston Albert’s life was forever changed after he began treatment with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for his treatment-resistant major depressive disorder. Diagnosed at 15, Albert struggled to find relief from the condition, which seemed bleak and long-term. Fast forward 11 years, and Albert became one of the first northwest Kansas residents to complete a TMS … Read more
Actor-director Justin Baldoni is at the center of a controversy surrounding his film “It Ends with Us,” which received negative reviews during its promotion. According to an amended complaint filed by Baldoni, he and his team claim that Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, who starred in the film, drafted a statement asking him to take … Read more
The freeze on federal aid announced by Donald Trump has sparked concerns about its impact on various government programs, including Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, it appears that the freeze primarily affects Social Security payments. In February, the distribution of resources for SSI remains as scheduled, with payments arriving in beneficiaries’ bank accounts … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met US President Donald Trump in Washington on Sunday to discuss a fragile three-stage cease-fire deal in Gaza. The talks, scheduled for Tuesday, will mark Trump’s first meeting with a foreign leader since his return to the White House. Netanyahu described their personal friendship as strong and emphasized that the … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding the sun’s atmosphere. Researchers found “flickering” invisible loops that appear to warn of larger solar flares to come. This breakthrough could help scientists better predict space weather, ultimately protecting Earth from the devastating effects of massive solar activity. The current challenge in predicting solar flares lies in … Read more
US retailer Costco Wholesale has reached a tentative agreement with the Teamsters labor union, which represents over 18,000 workers at its stores. The terms of the deal have not been disclosed yet, but the union said it will present the proposal to its membership for a vote. This development marks an end to weeks of … Read more
As we enter 2025, the modern dining room is undergoing a significant transformation. Gone are the traditional chairs; instead, innovative seating solutions that combine comfort, style, and functionality are taking center stage. Banquettes, in particular, are emerging as a star feature in contemporary dining rooms. These elongated seating solutions offer a perfect balance of coziness … Read more
The Detroit Tigers have re-signed right-hander Jack Flaherty to a two-year, $35 million contract, according to sources. The deal includes an opt-out after this year, in which the team will pay Flaherty $25 million. Flaherty, 29, had a resurgent season last year with the Tigers and Dodgers, posting a 2.95 ERA and nearly a 7-to-1 … Read more
NASA astronaut Nicole Stott has lent her autograph to a new, limited-edition collectible patch as part of the “Signature Edition” series by the Space Hipsters group on Facebook. The patch aims to promote environmental awareness and inspires a new generation to take up space. Stott’s signature edition patch depicts her outreach efforts and space history, … Read more