President Trump delivered a partisan speech to thousands of U.S. Navy sailors on Sunday, but the reception was mixed. While some appreciated his praise for their bravery and military might, others were uncomfortable with his attempts to politicize the occasion and express views on sensitive topics like transgender rights and gun violence. Trump’s efforts to … Read more
Sanfilippo Syndrome Type B is a rare disease that affects 1 in 200,000 people in the US, causing progressive neurological symptoms and shortening life expectancy to just 15-19 years. Spruce Biosciences (SPRB) announced that its tralesinidase alfa enzyme replacement therapy (TA-ERT) has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation from the FDA. This designation is meant to expedite … Read more
Jamey Ice, a lifelong resident of Fairmount, had always been fascinated by the history of old homes. As a real estate businessman, podcaster, and marketing executive, he knew that restoring an old home was more than just a renovation project – it was about uncovering its past. In 2012, Ice purchased a near-century-old two-story home … Read more
Two men, Gregory Scarver, 42, and Prince Jhun Nebres, 43, were fatally shot at their Loring Park apartment on September 27. Robert Cardell Warren, 51, is facing charges of second-degree murder and illegal gun possession in connection with the shooting. Warren, who has a history of assault convictions, was arrested after police arrived at the … Read more
Celebrity favorite Tom Cruise’s popular holiday gift cake has been recalled due to potential allergens. Doan’s Bakery of California recalled two of its cakes sold on Goldbelly, the White Chocolate Coconut Cake and Carrot Cake, because they may contain wheat and milk, which are not listed on the label. The cakes were sold nationwide from … Read more
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has assured top Senate Democrat Patty Murray that he’ll move government funding bills through Congress if she lets him vote on them in the House. However, Democrats say they need more guarantees and are resisting pressure from Republicans. The shutdown began six days ago after lawmakers failed to agree on a … Read more
Scientists studying an interstellar object passing through our solar system have released new images that show a mysterious, massive cylindrical shape. However, most scientists believe it’s actually a comet. NASA’s Perseverance rover sent back photos of the object, dubbed 3I/ATLAS, which is said to have a green glow as it passes Mars and heads towards … Read more
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The US Supreme Court is bracing for a showdown with President Donald Trump’s policies as several high-profile cases reach the court. The justices will have to decide whether to back or curb Trump’s sweeping assertions of presidential power, setting up a major test for the reputation of the court and the success of the president’s … Read more
OpenAI has introduced a suite of parental controls for its AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT, with some features designed to prevent teen suicides. However, experts say that these new controls are not enough to keep kids safe. The company’s announcement comes after reports of teens developing emotional relationships with ChatGPT and even suffering psychotic breaks. The new … Read more