The Texas Department of Health and Human Services is facing a public health crisis as a result of federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration. The state’s free measles vaccine clinics in Dallas County have been shut down, leaving dozens of people without access to vital vaccinations. According to Dr. Philip Huang, director of … Read more
Myanmar’s deadliest earthquake in years has strengthened the position of ruling General Min Aung Hlaing by opening diplomatic channels closed for four years since his junta ousted an elected government, sparking a brutal civil war. The magnitude 7.7 earthquake that killed nearly 2,900 people has enabled the junta chief to prepare for a rare foreign … Read more
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new health secretary, has begun the process of firing approximately 10,000 employees working under the Health and Human Services umbrella. The decision comes despite his previous warnings to health officials that they should prepare for layoffs. Kennedy claims that the cuts are necessary to “realign” HHS with its core mission: … Read more
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other podcast platforms. Host Darragh McDonald joins Anthony Franco to discuss several hot topics in baseball. The Red Sox signed Garrett Crochet to a six-year extension. The team also decided to keep Rafael Devers as their designated hitter … Read more
Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis made his highly anticipated return to action, dominating the Atlanta Hawks with 34 points, 15 rebounds, and five blocks in a 120-118 win. Davis, who missed six weeks with an adductor strain, was eager to finally play full strength against the Hawks. “Whatever happens, happens,” he said before the game. … Read more
Tesla investors have renewed hopes after reports suggested Elon Musk will be stepping back from his government role. According to a Politico report, Musk told those close to him that he would depart in coming weeks, which has broad implications for Washington and Wall Street. The news led to a surge in Tesla stock prices, … Read more
A recent trend in artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked concern among artists and historians. The Studio Ghibli filter, a tool within ChatGPT’s capabilities, allows users to apply the iconic animation style from Japanese film studios to their photos. This phenomenon is often referred to as “digital ghiblibling,” where AI algorithms rework images with minimal human … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced a 54% tariff on China, targeting companies such as TikTok, which has been at the center of a contentious ban-or-sale debate in the US. The tariffs also affect Indian and Vietnamese manufacturers that produce iPhones for Apple. The move is likely to further exacerbate tensions between the US and … Read more
The Texas health department announced 422 measles cases as of Tuesday, marking a significant increase from the previous count of 400 on March 28. This rise is part of the US’s largest outbreak of measles in over a decade. Specifically, Gaines County reported 280 new cases, up from 270 on Friday. New Mexico also saw … Read more
Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed frustration with a rule that allowed Diogo Jota’s 57th-minute goal in the Merseyside derby to stand, as the Reds reclaimed their 12-point lead at the Premier League summit. Everton boss David Moyes claimed Jota’s strike was offside against Luis Díaz’s teammate James Tarkowski’s clearance, but a review of the rulebook … Read more