A mysterious disease with Ebola-like symptoms has emerged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The outbreak was first detected on January 21 and over the past five weeks, hundreds have been infected and more than 50 people have died in the northwest region. Health officials are still … Read more
The National Football League (NFL) has announced that it will switch to an electronic system to measure first downs starting with the 2025 season. This change comes as the league looks to modernize its methods, following criticism over relying solely on the “eye-test” for determining if a ball had reached the first down marker. The … Read more
The White House has been plagued by chaos since Donald Trump’s return to office, particularly in international affairs. The tariff situation is causing concern, not only abroad but also for all Americans who will bear the financial burden. Trump’s promise of lower grocery prices after his inauguration now seems like an empty promise, especially with … Read more
A new study suggests that ancient glaciers may have played a crucial role in shaping the evolution of complex life on Earth. By analyzing sediments from Scotland and Northern Ireland, researchers found that glaciers during the Neoproterozoic Era, known as “Snowball Earth,” delivered minerals into the ocean, altering marine chemistry and providing nutrients for life … Read more
Michelle Trachtenberg, a child star from the 1990s and 2000s, has died at 39. She was best known for her roles in the TV shows “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl”. The cause of death is currently under investigation by the New York Medical Examiner’s office. Trachtenberg began her acting career as a child, … Read more
A new analysis from the National Pest Management Association predicts a surge in disease-spreading pests such as ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches, and rodents across several US cities this spring. Deviations from normal weather patterns are putting regions at risk, especially those with warm or wet winters. Warm temperatures allow more rats to survive, while unusual weather … Read more
US Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts has issued an interim order to pause a federal judge’s requirement that President Donald Trump’s administration pay foreign aid funds to contractors and grant recipients. The order will give the court additional time to consider the administration’s formal request to block the ruling. The decision came after the … Read more
America’s generational wealth gap is alarming, with Professor Scott Galloway attributing it to government economic policies that favor older Americans over younger generations. The NYU professor believes these policies, including Social Security and tax breaks for assets over earned income, perpetuate the divide rather than bridging it. Galloway points to three key tax policies as … Read more
Paramount Pictures, parent company of BET, MTV, and the film studio, has revised its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (D.E.I.) policies following a broader backlash driven by the Trump administration. The changes aim to align with federal efforts to eliminate diversity programs. In an internal memo obtained by The New York Times, Paramount’s co-chief … Read more
Liverpool continued their dominance in the Premier League by beating Newcastle 2-0, moving 13 points clear of the title chase. The Reds’ win was sealed by goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister. Arsenal’s chances of catching up with Liverpool suffered another setback as they drew 0-0 at Nottingham Forest. The Gunners are now … Read more