When Des Moines Public Schools hired Ian Roberts as their new superintendent, they thought they had found the perfect leader to tackle the challenges of urban education. But behind the scenes, a web of deceit was unfolding. Roberts’ impressive resume boasted degrees from top universities and a compelling life story that seemed tailor-made for his … Read more
US soybean farmers are in crisis mode due to the lack of a trade deal with top customer China. Without a deal, many fear their crops will be left unsold and unvalued, putting their livelihoods at risk. American farmer Ron Kindred expressed his concerns, stating that without a solution, “the bottom drop out” is inevitable. … Read more
Confluent, the data infrastructure company behind Apache Kafka, is exploring a sale after attracting interest from private equity firms and tech companies, according to sources. The move reflects a broader trend of consolidation in the industry driven by growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) support. As AI adoption accelerates, companies are seeking to bolster their … Read more
Confluent Inc, a data infrastructure firm founded by Apache Kafka creators, is exploring a potential sale. The company has hired an investment bank to advise on the process and has drawn interest from tech companies and private equity firms. With its real-time data streaming technology becoming increasingly valuable in the artificial intelligence boom, Confluent’s market … Read more
The number of children injured in the fatal mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church has risen to 26. According to police, this increase is due to additional victims being discovered with shrapnel wounds not initially reported. Three adults were also wounded by gunfire and survived. The shooter, Robin Westman, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. … Read more
Scott Amable remembers the day his world turned upside down. A man in jeans and a plaid shirt appeared at their doorstep, informing them that they were no longer homeowners. The couple had lost their three-bedroom rambler to foreclosure in 2021 due to an unexpected $200,000 debt on a second mortgage. What wasn’t normal about … Read more
A recent study found that more than half of people watch TV with captions enabled. The main reason is not medical necessity, but rather a desire to catch every word or understand accents in movies and shows in other languages. 50% use captions to ensure they don’t miss any dialogue, while 40% enable them due … Read more
The US is facing a growing mental health crisis, with the young adult suicide rate increasing by nearly 20% in most states from 2014 to 2022. This trend is particularly concerning for Black and Hispanic men, who are more likely to be affected. According to data from the CDC, the number of suicides among young … Read more
A fire at an aluminum plant in New York has caused significant damage, disrupting the auto industry’s supply chain. The Oswego plant, operated by Atlanta-based Novelis, supplies 40% of the US’s aluminum sheet used by automakers like Ford Motor Co. The facility will be offline until early next year, affecting businesses for months to come. … Read more
A 36-year-old former child actor, Tyler Chase, was found living on the streets in Riverside, California. Recently shared photos and videos showed him wearing tattered clothes, claiming to be auditioning for a movie, and stating his name. An influencer drew attention by launching a GoFundMe campaign to help him secure housing, food, and daily necessities. … Read more