The Trump administration has devised a plan to spend up to $250 million in foreign assistance funds, originally intended for Ukraine and Haiti, on the removal and return of 1.2 million migrants from conflict zones. The proposal would bypass the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and target Ukrainians, Haitians, Afghans, Palestinians, Libyans, Sudanese, Syrians, and … Read more
Tick-borne diseases are indeed on the rise, and experts weigh in on how humans can fight back against these pesky insects. From developing tick-immune blood to deploying robot tick destroyers, our conversation covers it all. Joining me were four experts: Rick Ostfeld, a senior scientist at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies; Holly Gaff, Professor … Read more
President Donald Trump’s proposed budget would eliminate federal funding for the Integrated Ocean Observing System’s regional operations, leaving boaters, scientists, and forecasters scrambling for crucial data. The system, launched 20 years ago, gathers real-time ocean and weather data from buoys, submersible drones, radar installations, and more. It provides vital information to navigate treacherous harbors, plot … Read more
The stage is set for a historic conference finals matchup, with four remaining teams vying for their first championship in decades. The young guns of the league have taken center stage, dismissing veteran squads from contention in the second round. With no clear favorites left standing, the question on everyone’s mind is: who will be … Read more
Scientists have been monitoring the recovery of the ozone layer for 40 years since its discovery in 1985, but progress remains slow. The Montreal Protocol, an international treaty aimed at reducing ozone-depleting substances, has been effective in cutting emissions, but it may take until 2070 for a full recovery. The ozone hole forms every Antarctic … Read more
Blizzard Entertainment and Capcom recently revealed the first look at their upcoming collaboration between Overwatch 2 and Street Fighter 6. The highly anticipated crossover brings eight heroes dressed in iconic Street Fighter costumes, including Hanzo as Ryu, Juno as Chun-Li, Kiriko as Juri, and Sigma as M. Bison. The full list of characters receiving new … Read more
A recent death of a raccoon in Amityville, NY has confirmed the sixth case of locally acquired terrestrial rabies in Suffolk County this year, according to the Suffolk County Department of Health Services. This is a significant increase from the last time a local rabid raccoon was reported in 2009. Officials warn that warmer weather … Read more
A close call between two commercial jets at LaGuardia Airport in New York has prompted calls for changes to air travel in the US, amid heightened public anxiety around flying. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident. On May 6, an American Eagle flight was cleared to take … Read more
Showtime has announced that it will renew Yellowjackets for a fourth season, following the success of its third-season finale. The April 13 episode became the most-streamed episode in series history, with 3 million global viewers across linear and streaming platforms. This marks the first time the show has been renewed before all previous seasons have … Read more
SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) has unveiled innovations and partnerships at its annual Sapphire conference that aim to boost business productivity by up to 30 percent. The company’s generative AI assistant Joule is now more ubiquitous, delivering personalized answers on everything users need to be more productive. Joule can accompany business users throughout their day, in … Read more