Millions of US retirees are awaiting their Social Security benefits, which are distributed monthly across the country. The next payment date is Wednesday, May 7, 2025. However, not everyone will receive their check on that day. The Social Security Administration uses a staggered payment system to distribute funds, grouping beneficiaries by when they retired and … Read more
The 2025 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will take place from April 27 to May 4, celebrating music, food, and art with a “Viva Mexico” theme. Headlining acts include Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, Luke Combs, and Lil Wayne & The Roots. Before heading to the festival, here are key things to know: Music: … Read more
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A deadly and fast-spreading measles outbreak has hit the US, with nearly 900 cases reported as of Friday’s data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The majority of cases come from Texas, where 646 have been confirmed since late January. In total, 94 people have been hospitalized due to measles. The outbreak … Read more
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport was closed for several hours on Friday afternoon after a bomb threat was reported on Allegiant Air Flight 2006. According to Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri, the threat was written on a lavatory door and targeted all Allegiant planes at the airport. Approximately 170 passengers were on board when the flight … Read more
Pharmacies in College Station are bracing for higher prices on generic prescription medications due to upcoming tariffs on imported goods. According to Dr. Bessem Oben, director of clinical services at GoldStar Pharmacy, the increased cost of raw materials will likely lead to higher costs for generic drugs. Texas A&M economics expert Dennis Jansen explains that … Read more
A recent study published in the journal EClinicalMedicine has found that eating ultra-processed foods, such as sliced bread and ready meals, could increase a person’s risk of developing cancer. The research, which looked at the diets of 200,000 middle-aged adults over 10 years, revealed that higher consumption of these foods was associated with an increased … Read more
The US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued a solicitation for spacecraft capable of operating in the moon’s unstable low orbit. This move aims to address the challenges associated with sustained lunar presence, including navigation and communication issues in these orbits. DARPA is seeking innovative solutions that can provide reliable and efficient space … Read more
Carolina Panthers have engaged in pre-draft trade talks with other teams regarding edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney. The talks, which occurred before the draft entered its third day, cast uncertainty over Clowney’s future with the team. General Manager Dan Morgan was asked about Clowney’s role in 2025, but he remained noncommittal. “We’re still working through the … Read more
US consumer sentiment declined for the fourth consecutive month in April, driven by concerns over tariffs and economic uncertainty. The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index fell to 52.2, down from a reading of 57.0 in March. According to the Surveys of Consumers Director Joanne Hsu, consumers are worried about trade policy uncertainty and potential … Read more