A volcano on the island of Negros in central Philippines erupted early Tuesday morning, spewing ash about 2.5 miles into the sky and forcing authorities to suspend school in four villages due to ashfall. The eruption was described as an “explosive event” that sent a voluminous plume approximately 4,000 meters tall drifting southwest. No injuries … Read more
A measles case has been confirmed in Allen County, Indiana, according to state health officials. The affected individual is an unvaccinated child, and public health workers are investigating if other cases may have occurred. While the risk to the general public remains low, vigilance is advised due to the highly contagious nature of the disease. … Read more
A brief stock rally sparked by President Donald Trump’s announcement that he was pausing tariffs for 90 days quickly fizzled out on Monday. Despite initial optimism, investors remained cautious and hesitant to make big moves. The benchmark US indexes saw a seesawing effect throughout the day, with prices fluctuating between gains and losses in a … Read more
Thousands of migrants who entered the US during the Biden administration using a special app are being told to leave “immediately” after having their parole status revoked. The 900,000 migrants who used the CBP One app, which allows them to arrange asylum appointments, were generally allowed to remain in the US for two years. However, … Read more
Seattle Mariners outfielder Víctor Robles, who was placed on the 10-day injured list yesterday due to a left shoulder dislocation, suffered a small fracture in his humeral head that is expected to heal without surgery. However, continued monitoring will ensure this outcome. Robles, 27, was a top prospect with the Washington Nationals before joining the … Read more
Mark Madden reiterates that hockey will never have its own Mt. Rushmore, dismissing the idea as a “device of lazy sports media.” Madden argues that the concept is flawed because it doesn’t account for the sport’s unique nature and the fact that no four players can be carved into a mountain. Madden takes aim at … Read more
Nintendo has sparked controversy with its decision to price ‘Mario Kart World’ at $80, a move that comes as the global economy is reeling from President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The news highlights Nintendo’s “variable pricing” strategy, which sets prices based on various factors including game quality and production costs. In an interview, Nintendo of America’s … Read more
A measles outbreak in West Texas has reached over 500 cases, including multiple instances at a day care facility in Lubbock. The highly contagious virus began spreading in late January and has now spread to New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Mexico. As of Friday, there were seven cases at Tiny Tots U Learning Academy, where … Read more
US President Donald Trump has imposed self-defeating tariffs on several countries in south-east Asia, sparking global concerns about trade tensions and economic instability. The move is seen as a major escalation of protectionist policies under the Trump administration. The tariffs, which cover goods such as electronics and machinery, will significantly increase prices for consumers in … Read more
A month after Israel cut off humanitarian aid from the Gaza Strip, the situation has deteriorated dangerously for two million civilians. Hunger is spreading, and access to clean water is scarce, with fleas infesting makeshift displacement camps. The Israeli military’s renewed assault in March has displaced nearly 400,000 Palestinians, and at least 1,391 have been … Read more