US healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson expects to incur around $400 million in tariff-related costs this year, primarily affecting its medical technology unit. The company’s CFO stated that tariffs on China and aluminum are the main contributors to these costs. The impact will also be felt from retaliatory tariffs imposed by China against US goods, … Read more
The United States has expressed support for a Caribbean Community (CARICOM) statement condemning any actions that could destabilize Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council. The US is backing efforts by the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support Mission and CARICOM to help Haiti bring peace and stability to the country, which faces challenges from armed criminal gangs. The US … Read more
The northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, will be visible in some US states this week due to a solar eruption that sent charged particles towards Earth’s magnetic pull over the weekend. The phenomenon will be viewable two nights in a row, starting late Tuesday into early Wednesday. Several Northern U.S. states may have … Read more
A common error message encountered while browsing the internet is “Your browser appears to have Javascript disabled.” This message typically appears when a website attempts to load content that requires JavaScript but is unable to do so due to its disenable state. Here’s what it means and how to resolve the issue: The primary reason … Read more
A 1-year-old girl from Ingham County recently contracted measles, despite being vaccinated before traveling outside of the state. The child’s symptoms were mild due to the vaccine, and she is recovering well at home. According to health officials, this case brings the total number of confirmed measles cases in Michigan to at least five for … Read more
Scientists have discovered a way to control ants by using a tiny fly as a parasite, turning worker ants into “zombies.” The ant-decapitating fly Pseudacteon wasmanni lays eggs inside the ant’s thorax, where they hatch and begin to manipulate the ant’s behavior. When the egg hatches, the phorid larva migrates from the thorax into the … Read more
This Tuesday, April 15, is Tax Day, but don’t worry about crunching numbers – many restaurants are dishing out freebies and deals to ease the financial burden. Here’s a rundown of tax-relief offers: Several restaurants are providing discounts on orders over $40 or $50, such as BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse with $10 off any $40 … Read more
Vegan and vegetarian pizzeria Cedar Teeth is set to open its first brick-and-mortar location in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee. The 2375-2379 S. Howell Ave. spot will offer indoor seating for 45 guests, along with additional outdoor space during the summer months. The new restaurant will serve a variety of items, including homemade sourdough … Read more
China’s rapid growth in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) sector has been marred by a series of mysterious deaths among top experts, leaving concerns about the industry’s pressure on researchers and practitioners. Leading Chinese computer scientist Liu Shaoshan warned that the industry is developing at an “insane pace” with fierce competition, making it difficult for researchers … Read more
Google is set to face an antitrust remedies trial to determine a fix for its alleged monopoly in online search. The US Department of Justice proposed several remedies, including divesting Chrome and ending search engine agreements, but finding the right balance remains a complex challenge. In August 2024, U.S. District Court Judge Amit Mehta ruled … Read more