The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool called Elsa to help employees work more efficiently. The tool was designed by the agency’s in-house experts and is built within a high-security GovCloud environment. Elsa is a large language model-powered AI tool that can assist with reading, writing, and … Read more
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial has entered its fourth week in a Southern District of New York courtroom. The Bad Boy Records founder is charged with sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs has pleaded not guilty. A disturbance erupted in the courtroom on Tuesday when a woman yelled profanities … Read more
Japan’s largest steelmaker, Nippon-U.S. Steel, has made a major move to attract foreign investors with a deal valued at over $5 billion. The company is partnering with US-based private equity firm, Veritas Capital Partners, to form a new entity focused on expanding its operations in North America. This partnership aims to provide foreign buyers with … Read more
A recent study published in Advances in Nutrition has found that consuming sugary drinks like soda, energy drinks, and fruit juice may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes more than eating food with sugar. Researchers from Brigham Young University and two German institutions conducted a systematic review of previous studies on type 2 diabetes … Read more
The US dollar remains a cornerstone of the international monetary system, but its dominance also poses challenges. A recent shift in White House priorities has sparked debate about whether the dollar’s role imposes an unfair burden on America. Experts argue that while the dollar’s centrality offers significant advantages, it also carries risks that need to … Read more
Researchers at the CUNY Advanced Science Research Center in New York have successfully validated a phenomenon known as time reflection, a concept previously confined to theoretical physics. This breakthrough discovery challenges our understanding of electromagnetic waves and has significant implications for technological advancements. Time reflection differs from spatial reflection, where objects change direction but continue … Read more
Dairy consumption has long been valued for its nutritional benefits, but new research suggests it may also have a profound impact on the gut microbiome. A study led by Dr. Li Jiao from Baylor College of Medicine found that milk intake is associated with an increase in beneficial bacteria, while cheese may reduce certain microbes … Read more
American manufacturers have seen a significant decline in imports, with the manufacturing index falling to its lowest level since 2007, despite President Trump’s recent relaxation of tariffs. The Institute for Supply Management reported a six-month low of 48.5% in May, indicating contraction. This marks the biggest decline in imports in 16 years. Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/u-s-manufacturers-get-little-relief-from-relaxed-trump-tariffs-what-happens-in-90-days-cdbf6fbf
US Crude Oil Prices Rise as OPEC+ Output Increases US crude oil futures rose about 3% on Monday, driven by an increase in production from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC+) and easing concerns that the group would boost output even faster. The West Texas Intermediate futures index gained $1.73, or 2.85%, to … Read more
A new study from Johns Hopkins University shows a 2.7% decline in vaccination rates across the country, with some counties experiencing drops of up to 15%. However, Maryland remains well-protected from measles due to its high vaccination rate, which surpassed the 95% herd immunity threshold. The state’s counties have seen no significant declines, despite national … Read more