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The county board made a surprising decision to reject the proposed ordinance that would have regulated new power plant developments. The vote was close, with a few members favoring the restriction and...
The mayor and her team are already making changes that people want. They fixed street lights in the East, made sure the police budget is fully paid, and began a new streets program in Tremé. These mov...
Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has ruled Hungary for 16 years, is turning the upcoming April election into a showdown about war versus peace. He war...
In the small community of Tumbler Ridge, located deep in British Columbia’s Rocky Mountains, leaders from across Canada gathered to honor those lost i...
The Bangladesh National Party has taken control after a long wait, winning a strong majority in last week’s elections. Tarique Rahman, son of the part...
Rick Jackson, a business leader who just stepped into Georgia’s governor race, has already become a headline. In less than two weeks he is leading pol...
Colorado lawmakers heard a proposal that would let local governments tax vacant houses. The idea, called a “ghost tax, ” was meant to force owners of...
The United States is at a crossroads with artificial intelligence. Big states like New York and California have already passed laws that aim to keep A...
Ring has ended a short partnership with the surveillance company Flock, which had planned to let home‑security cameras share footage with police. The decision came after a review that found the integr...
Volue, a company that makes software for power systems, has added TA Associates to its group of investors. The move comes after Volue sharpened its focus on energy over the last year and a half, selli...
A Chinese research team has made 3‑D printing much quicker and still detailed. Instead of adding layers one by one, they use holographic light that...
Google has just given its Gemini 3 Deep Think model a serious boost. This isn't just a minor update; it's a major improvement, especially for tasks li...
A Navy veteran just made waves in the business world. Demilade Oloyede, the CEO of AquaGuard, took home first prize at the Veteran Energy and Manufact...
Khan Academy’s chief says that even a 10 % cut in white‑collar work could feel like a depression for many people. He worries that the speed and depth...
In a Los Angeles courtroom that felt more like a debate stage than a legal proceeding, Instagram’s boss Adam Mosseri challenged the idea that social m...
The United Launch Alliance’s new Vulcan rocket took off from Cape Canaveral early Thursday, carrying secret Space Force payloads that were meant to re...
Fiber is a silent hero that helps the body move smoothly. It comes from foods like fruits, beans, whole grains and leafy greens. The body can’t digest it, but it still works wonders for digestion, blo...
A skunk that was discovered dead near the Arkansas River and Pueblo Boulevard tested positive for avian influenza, according to local health officials. The disease usually spreads among birds but can...
Migraines are a big deal, causing lots of pain and trouble for millions of people. Instead of just popping pills, some folks are finding relief by cha...
Moms in America face big challenges. Many struggle with addiction or mental health issues, especially during and after pregnancy. Yet, our country is...
A recent congressional report highlights a troubling trend: kids with mental health issues are being held in juvenile detention centers instead of rec...
Vaccines are not just about health; they are a matter of national security. This is the strong message from a top global health leader. He warns that...
The day after a sunny walk, some health news caught attention. First, a top FDA official stopped Moderna’s new flu vaccine from moving forward. He...
Encora Therapeutics has earned FDA approval for its wrist‑sized device, the Encora X1, which can be prescribed to adults who suffer from essential tre...
Companies are racing to fill CFO roles, but most boards lack a ready list of candidates. The problem isn’t just how many positions are open; it’s that the usual internal pipeline is empty. In 2015, fi...
Hank Stuever, a well-known journalist, is making a big move. He's leaving his old job at a big newspaper in Washington D. C. and heading to Louisiana. There, he'll be the new boss for special reportin...
A recent decision by a Texas judge has put a stop to new rules that would have required companies to share more details about their mergers. The rule,...
The US and Taiwan have just made a big trade deal. This deal makes things cheaper to buy and sell between the two places. Taiwan will cut down on taxe...
Bio-Rad, a big name in life science research and clinical diagnostics, just shared its financial results for 2025. The year was a bit of a rollercoast...
AB InBev, the world's biggest brewer, just shared some good news. They made more money than expected in the last quarter of 2025. This is a big deal b...
A new fund is making waves in Africa's creative scene. The Next Narrative Africa Fund (NNAF) is putting $50 million into African stories. This money w...
In the United States, a significant change is happening in the small-business world. Many business owners, especially those from the baby boomer gener...
Zac Veen has turned his life around after a tough season that saw him struggle with weight and substance use. The 24‑year‑old, who once weighed over 200 pounds, has shed the excess and now stands tall...
The upcoming match between India and Pakistan at R Premedasa Stadium in Colombo is a headline event of the 2026 T20 World Cup. Fans and teams alike are hoping for a clear day, but the weather forecast...
The idea of splitting teams in big sports shows is not new. A league may divide its stars by a quirky rule, such as matching last names to letters of...
Maxx Crosby, the star defender for the Las Vegas Raiders, has sparked a fresh wave of speculation about his next move. While he hasn’t confirmed or de...
The Nittany Lions are set to meet Ohio State, the nation’s top team, on Friday night at Bryce Jordan Center. The match will be shown on Big Ten Networ...
Kalshi is a new place where people can bet on things that happen in sports. If you want to try it out, a special code called NYPMAX gives you $10 e...
Inter Milan is looking at the possibility of parting with French striker Marcus Thuram to help fund major upgrades during the upcoming transfer window...
Former Giants coach Joe Judge made a controversial statement during an NCAA hearing, saying that players who have babies while the season is on must f...
Space exploration is taking a new turn as two of America’s richest men sharpen their sights on the Moon. Elon Musk’s SpaceX, once fixated on Mars, is now planning a lunar outpost called “Moonbase Alph...
Scientists have found that winter seasons are getting noticeably shorter in many U. S. cities, especially those near the Great Lakes. The new analysis looked at 245 weather stations across the country...
In today’s digital world, dating apps can feel like a fast‑paced sales pitch where people compare themselves to items on sale. A researcher who has sp...
Single folks are getting perks like tax cuts and health plans, according to a recent study that calls the trend a “cultural revolution. ” The report says people are choosing single life to focus on th...
A Chinese gig‑app that let people pay for someone to bow at Lunar New Year celebrations was shut down after users complained. The service showed a worker in orange, kneeling before an elderly couple,...
Ever wondered why some people stick to their goals while others give up quickly? The answer might lie in something called a streak. You know, like whe...
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're still searching for the perfect gift, don't worry! There are still plenty of options to make...
In Greenville's 29601 zip code, a vibrant scene of Black-owned businesses thrives, offering everything from mouthwatering barbecue to stylish fashion...
Your car has a way of telling you when something's wrong. It could be a strange smell, slow shifting, or a check engine light. Another sign is fluid l...
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions of African Americans. St. Paul is hosting a variety of events to celebrate this mon...
Columbia has a jacket that is perfect for cold days. It is usually $160, but now it is only $39. 98 at Academy Sports + Outdoors. This is a huge disco...
The stock market in India is expected to open lower this Friday, following a decline on Wall Street...
In the realm of big business, one individual has turned distraction into an art form. This person is...
The stock market took a tumble recently, with tech companies feeling the heat. Investors are worried...
The Kim family, major stakeholders in Amkor Technology, are planning to sell a chunk of their shares...
PAR Tech, a company listed on the New York Stock Exchange, has some important news to share. They're...
Chicago is taking a big step. It wants to sell about $1 billion in debt. This debt comes from things...
At HPE, the finance team used to spend a lot of time getting ready for a big meeting every Monday. T...
Whole business securitizations (WBS) are a big deal in the restaurant industry. They help businesses...
The U. S. housing market faced its toughest month yet, with second‑hand home sales falling more than...
Most people think that having half a million dollars in net worth by age 40 is common, but data show...
