U. S. factories are in a tough spot. For the sixth month in a row, manufacturing has shrunk. The main culprit? Tariffs. These import taxes are making it hard for factories to do their job. Some say things are worse now than during the Great Recession. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) share
The tech world is buzzing again, especially with big names like Nvidia and Microsoft leading the charge. These two giants make up over 40% of the tech sector, which is great for returns but also a bit risky. A new ETF called TRUT from VanEck hit the market recently. It's designed to give investors
A dangerous bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, is making a comeback. It's a germ that loves warm, low-salt water and can cause a serious illness called vibriosis. This bacteria is not new, but it's becoming more common, and experts are worried. Vibrio vulnificus is often found in brackish waters, where f
Graham Greene, a respected actor known for his powerful performances, has passed away at the age of 73. His agent, Michael Greene, shared the news, mentioning that Graham was surrounded by his wife, Hilary Blackmore, during his final moments. Michael highlighted Graham's dedication to his community
In Pakistan's Punjab region, a catastrophic flood has left a trail of destruction, impacting millions of lives and threatening the nation's economy. The deluge has submerged vast areas, washing away homes, farms, and livelihoods. Muhammad Amjad, a farmer, lost most of his land to the floodwaters, le
A family is left shattered after a thrilling weekend outing turned into a nightmare. Marcus Ragland, a 34-year-old adventurous soul from north Georgia, lost his life in an ATV accident at the Indian Mountain ATV Park in Alabama. His mother, Felicia Towers, is still in shock, struggling to accept tha
A recent court decision has put a big question mark on Trump's tariffs. The U. S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit said most of these tariffs are not legal. They ruled that the reason given for these tariffs, under a law called IEEPA, was not valid. The court said these tariffs are too broad
Bitcoin has a reputation for struggling in September. Over the past decade, it has seen declines in eight out of eleven Septembers. This trend could be due to people cashing out after summer gains or needing funds for expenses like school or taxes. It's also a bit of a self-fulfilling prophecy—trade
DaRon Bland, a standout cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, has just inked a massive four-year contract extension worth $92 million. This deal comes hot on the heels of some big moves by the team, including the trade involving Micah Parsons. Bland, who is only 26 years old, has quickly become a key
People with diabetes often face serious foot problems. One big issue is called chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI). This means not enough blood flows to their legs and feet. Doctors can do surgeries to fix this. But how well these surgeries work can depend on how bad the foot ulcers are. Foot
