The US government under President Donald Trump used a straightforward formula to calculate tariffs charged to the US, sparking confusion among trade economists at first. The methodology was later revealed to be simple: take each country’s trade deficit with the US, divide it by the value of its exports to the US, and then halve … Read more
A gender gap exists in medical diagnoses, with women 50% more likely than men to be misdiagnosed when experiencing a heart attack. This disparity stems from outdated stereotypes about heart attacks being a “man’s issue.” Similarly, autism has historically been perceived as predominantly affecting males, influencing both public perception and scientific research. As a result … Read more
Wisconsin has a strong presence among the world’s richest people, according to Forbes’ latest list of billionaires. This year’s top 10 billionaires include three Wisconsinites: John Menard Jr., Diane Hendricks, and Helen Johnson-Leipold. John Menard Jr., the owner of home improvement retailer Menards, ranks No. 92 with a net worth of $21.7 billion. His real-time … Read more
The Israeli blockade on Gaza has led to a severe humanitarian crisis, with all UN-supported bakeries closed and markets empty of fresh vegetables. Hospitals are rationing painkillers and antibiotics as aid agencies call for world powers to force Israel to allow essential goods into the territory. A month since Israel closed its crossings to Gaza, … Read more
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Israel has intensified its airstrikes against Syria, targeting army bases and infrastructure sites in multiple locations, including the capital Damascus. The operation is part of an ongoing campaign to weaken the country’s military capabilities. According to the Israeli Defense Forces, the airstrikes hit Syrian army bases in Hama and Homs, as well as “military infrastructure … Read more
Israel launched a series of airstrikes in Syria on Wednesday, targeting air bases and other military sites, amid tensions with the new Islamist government in Damascus. The strikes, which were described as “a clear message and a warning” by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, aimed to deter Ankara’s influence in the country. According to Syrian … Read more
A curious toddler’s nature walk with her family uncovered a 3,800-year-old amulet from ancient Egypt. Ziv Nitzan, who is too young to appreciate the significance of the find, picked up a small stone that turned out to be an ornate object designed in the shape of a dung beetle, or scarab. The artifact, which originated … Read more
The detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has sparked widespread protests in Turkey, with thousands taking to the streets nightly amid violent clashes with police. The arrests have heightened concerns about the country’s slide into authoritarianism. As a result, the opposition movement is at a crossroads. Ekrem İmamoğlu’s detention has fueled outrage among opponents of … Read more
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd career goal, moving him three away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record. However, the milestone was overshadowed as rookie Jackson Blake and teammates Logan Stankoven, Seth Jarvis, and Sean Walker helped the Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Capitals 5-1 on Wednesday night. The win sealed the Hurricanes’ seventh … Read more