President Donald Trump has made several changes to Social Security, impacting retirees. In June 2024, he told supporters he wouldn’t cut a single penny from Social Security or Medicare. However, his administration is reducing costs through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This includes reducing staffing targets and identifying cost savings opportunities. The Social Security … Read more
Influential figures such as Barstool Sports owner Dave Portnoy, hedge fund manager Bill Ackman, and billionaire Elon Musk have begun to question President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The move comes as global markets experience volatility due to the upcoming tariff implementation. According to Portnoy, he lost an estimated $20 million in stocks and crypto following last … Read more
Researchers have identified two food additive mixtures associated with a higher incidence of type 2 diabetes, regardless of diet quality or lifestyle factors. The study, published in PLOS Medicine, analyzed data from over 100,000 adults and found that certain combinations of additives in ultra-processed foods can increase the risk of developing the disease. Source: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-04-food-additive-mixtures-diabetes.html
The United States has set in motion its plan to impose 104% tariffs on imports from China, sparking widespread market turmoil and concern about rising prices for American consumers. As of midnight on Wednesday, the new tariffs will take effect, marking a significant escalation of the ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. The move … Read more
Scientists have discovered a possible link between epigenetic changes in the placenta and the origins of schizophrenia. According to the “neurodevelopmental hypothesis,” schizophrenia originates during fetal brain development, shaped by genetic risk factors and prenatal conditions. A recent study published in Nature Communications analyzed DNA from 368 placenta samples and found that specific epigenetic modifications, … Read more
Elon Musk’s net worth has fallen below $300 billion for the first time since November due to significant losses in his Tesla stock. The billionaire lost a total of $136 billion so far this year, with Monday’s losses adding up to $4.4 billion. This decline comes after the president introduced tariffs that affected even those … Read more
The Denver Nuggets’ decision to fire Michael Malone with three games remaining in their regular season has sent shockwaves through the basketball world. As the team looks beyond 2024-25, ownership will face major organizational questions about maximizing Nikola Jokic’s future in a Nuggets jersey. With this in mind, here are 10 possible candidates the franchise … Read more
A confirmed case of measles has been reported in Allen County, Indiana, marking the state’s first measles case since early 2024. The patient, an unvaccinated minor, is stable and recovering after exposure to the virus. Measles outbreaks have increased in recent months across the US, with cases reported in several states including Texas, Pennsylvania, New … Read more
The website 247sports.com, a prominent online platform for college sports news and information, experienced technical difficulties that prevented users from accessing its content. Upon attempting to visit the site, users were met with an HTTP error code 403, which indicates unauthorized access. This issue has been persistent, as multiple attempts by users have resulted in … Read more
Bitcoin’s value has been volatile recently, but Michael Saylor remains bullish on its potential. The founder of Strategy, a company with a large Bitcoin stash, believes the cryptocurrency is “digital gold” and can break above $80,000. Despite market crashes and concerns over trade tariffs, Saylor’s stance has not wavered. Saylor used an image generated by … Read more