The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has implemented sweeping layoffs, leaving health experts concerned about the future of vital programs focused on drowning prevention, gun violence research, and smoking cessation. More than 2,400 employees were terminated without consulting senior leaders, with some groups facing as much as a 50% staff reduction. The … Read more
The US stock market is experiencing a significant downturn in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs, leaving investors feeling anxious about their 401(k) investments. However, experts suggest that panic selling can lead to long-term financial losses. Christine Benz, director of personal finance and retirement planning at Morningstar, advises young investors with decades ahead of them … Read more
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been hit with new sex trafficking charges a month before his trial, according to federal prosecutors. The superseding indictment adds two more allegations against the hip-hop mogul, expanding on previous claims that he engaged in sex trafficking with multiple women. The new charges accuse Combs of using force, fraud, or coercion … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with members of the 1996 Sri Lankan cricket team, which won the World Cup that year. The team defeated Australia by seven wickets in the final at Lahore. During his two-day visit to Sri Lanka, PM Modi met the winners and expressed delight over their triumph. He noted that the … Read more
Mississippi will gradually reduce its income tax while lowering grocery taxes and increasing gas taxes under a new bill signed into law by Gov. Tate Reeves. The plan aims to eliminate the income tax over time, starting with a reduction from 4.4% in 2025 to 3% in 2030. The legislation also reduces the grocery sales … Read more
Allergy season is starting earlier in Michigan, with many people already experiencing symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyes. According to the annual allergy forecast from Accuweather, even an “average” season can bring extreme pollen periods, especially in the Northeast. In the US, up to 60 million people suffer from allergic rhinitis, also known as hay … Read more
Genome Web, a leading online resource for genetic research and innovation, has been temporarily blocked due to security concerns. The website’s performance was compromised after the cloudflare service detected vulnerabilities in its connection. To resolve the issue, users must enable JavaScript and cookies on their devices before attempting to access the site again. This measure … Read more
Pope Francis made a surprise public appearance at the Vatican on Sunday, marking his first outing since leaving hospital two weeks ago. The 88-year-old pontiff was seen greeting crowds in St. Peter’s Square, appearing more mobile and composed than during his previous public visit. Francis had been recovering from pneumonia after spending five weeks in … Read more
US oil prices have plummeted to a seven-month low after a surprise decision by OPEC+ to boost crude output, exacerbating concerns about a potential recession. The drop, which saw US crude fall 7.63% around midday on Thursday, has been fueled by President Donald Trump’s tariffs and fears of a global economic slowdown. The White House … Read more
NASA’s SPHEREx space telescope has launched into space, starting its scientific mission after its March 11 launch. The observatory captured its first images from space, showcasing its infrared observation capabilities. Although these early images were taken with uncalibrated detectors, they confirm the instrument’s readiness. SPHEREx is designed to study key questions in cosmology and astrophysics. … Read more