US jobless claims filings rose by 2,000 to 223,000 for the week ending March 15, the Labor Department said. While this is slightly above forecast, layoffs remain historically low. The four-week average inched up by 750 to 227,000. The weekly applications for jobless benefits are considered a proxy for layoffs and have remained mostly between … Read more
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has recorded a 35% increase in global sea levels in 2024, with an average rise of 0.23 inches per year – the highest in three decades. According to NASA’s sea level researcher Josh Willis, “the rate of rise is getting faster and faster.” The rapid ocean expansion is … Read more
A Mennonite couple from rural Texas, whose 6-year-old daughter died from measles earlier this year, has spoken out against vaccination. Despite the tragic loss, they remain unconvinced about the importance of vaccinations. The parents, who were interviewed by an anti-vaccine organization, believe their daughter’s death was not as severe as reported. They claimed she had … Read more
Drake University coach Ben McCollum couldn’t have predicted this 365 days ago, but his team’s first-round NCAA tournament victory over Missouri was a vision he had from the start. The 11th-seeded Bulldogs’ 67-57 win was a testament to their patience, teamwork, and dedication. McCollum expected this outcome, knowing that he brought “winners” with him when … Read more
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in northern Spain, uncovering fragments of human facial bones estimated to be 1.1 to 1.4 million years old. The newly found hominin, nicknamed “Pink,” is believed to be one of the oldest human faces in Western Europe. Researchers led by archaeologist Rosa Huguet discovered the ancient face in a … Read more
Pro Wrestler Jon Moxley Embarks on Long Road Trip for AEW Dynamite Jon Moxley successfully defended his AEW World Title against Cope in a grueling Street Fight at last night’s episode of AEW Dynamite, which took place in Omaha during a severe blizzard. The intense match showcased Moxley’s determination to retain the gold. Following the … Read more
A team of paleontologists has made a groundbreaking discovery by finding fossilized feathers from a 30,000-year-old griffon vulture preserved in zeolites, a mineral rarely seen in fossils. The find is significant because it shows that soft tissues like feathers can be preserved for thousands of years in volcanic ash. Led by Valentina Rossi, the team … Read more
The leader of the rebel alliance M23 has rejected a ceasefire call from Rwanda’s president Paul Kagame and the Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi, vowing to continue fighting until its cause is heard. The rebels pulled out of direct talks with the Congolese government that were expected to take place in Angola. Instead, … Read more
European Union leaders have reaffirmed their support for Ukraine, but made no concrete pledge on how they will help the country amid ongoing tensions with Russia. During a meeting in Brussels, EU officials emphasized the need for defense spending and economic competitiveness, while also warning about potential future Russian aggression. The EU’s Kallas called for … Read more
AOL, part of Yahoo’s family of brands, has introduced changes to its cookie policy to improve user experience. The updated policy allows users to customize their consent settings for cookies and personal data. Users can now easily opt-out or change their preferences by clicking on the ‘Manage privacy settings’ link. Additionally, they can withdraw their … Read more