A 40-year-old Kenyan farmer, Dalvin Modore, is struggling with tuberculosis due to lack of access to medication and testing after US funding for global health programs was slashed. His case highlights the devastating impact on thousands of people worldwide who are losing treatment options as a result of the reduced aid. Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/11/health/tuberculosis-kenya-us-cuts.html
SpaceX’s Starship rocket is set to launch towards Mars at the end of 2026, carrying Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus. The massive rocket, designed to be fully reusable, will make deep space exploration more cost-effective and efficient. Starship, the world’s largest and most powerful rocket, is crucial to Musk’s plan for colonizing Mars. At 403 feet … Read more
A Ukrainian national was sentenced to life imprisonment in Finland for war crimes committed in Ukraine. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy stated that Russia wants a “stronger position” militarily before committing to any ceasefire in the war. Russian troops have retaken control of two settlements in the Kursk region of Russia as Moscow’s advances continue against occupying … Read more
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US President Donald Trump has ordered military strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, vowing to use “overwhelming lethal force” until the group stops shipping attacks on American vessels. The strikes come days after Houthi rebels said they would resume attacks on Israeli ships. The US launched multiple strikes in Yemen, targeting areas controlled by the … Read more
Netflix’s latest big-budget film, The Electric State, starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, has sparked a heated debate over its quality and value. Despite receiving scathing reviews from critics, the movie has gone straight to number one on Netflix’s chart after its release. Film critics have panned the movie, calling it “soulless” and “dumb,” … Read more
Gene Hackman’s three children may be entitled to a share of his $80 million estate, despite their mother Betsy Arakawa being named the sole beneficiary in his will. The actor left his entire wealth to Arakawa in 1995, but authorities found both he and Arakawa dead in their New Mexico home on February 26. The … Read more
The 2025 Big Ten tournament continues on Saturday, March 15 with the semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State is the top seed and looks to advance to the championship game. Here’s a look at the schedule for this weekend: * Game 1: No. 13 Northwestern vs. No. 12 Minnesota (Sunday) * Game 2: … Read more
The Republican Party is becoming increasingly concerned about the impact of Elon Musk on their chances in next year’s elections. Some lawmakers, including Representative Richard Hudson, are optimistic that voters will reward them for taking a stance against what they perceive as “waste, fraud, and abuse” by defending government efficiency. Hudson, chair of the National … Read more
Dollar General plans to close 96 stores and 45 Popshelf locations in the first quarter of 2025, despite a 5% increase in net sales for fiscal year 2024. The company’s CEO, Todd Vasos, stated that the closures will help position the retailer better to serve its customers and communities. The store closings are part of … Read more