The Senate is in a tough spot. Republicans and Democrats are at odds over health care subsidies. Republicans want to let COVID-era subsidies expire and replace them with health savings accounts. Democrats want to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for three more years. Neither side has enoug
The Los Angeles Dodgers made waves at the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings by signing star closer Edwin Diaz. This move strengthens their bullpen, addressing a key weakness. The team is now seen as a top contender for the World Series, aiming for a third straight title. However, there's a clou
Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide
Energy drinks are often seen as a quick fix for tiredness. But they can be risky. A healthy man in his 50s from the UK found this out the hard way. He drank eight energy drinks every day. This led to a stroke and very high blood pressure. His blood pressure was 254/150 mmHg. That's way above the hea
Jack Smith, known for his role as a special counsel in the Justice Department, is making a big move. He's joining forces with three other former federal prosecutors to open a new law firm. The team includes Tim Heaphy, David Harbach, and Thomas Windom, all with extensive experience in public service
Montgomery County's only charter school, the MECCA Business Learning Institute (MBLI), is in hot water. Just a few months after it opened, the school is facing serious trouble. The county's education officials are considering shutting it down. Why? They say the school broke some important rules. Fi
A tech CEO from Nashville is in hot water. Marcus Cobb, the boss of a startup called Mozaic Payments, is accused of tricking a private equity firm out of $20 million. The startup claimed to have an app for sharing music royalties, but it didn't work. The money was gone by 2025. Cobb and his co-foun
Downtown Dallas will see a pause in train services for a bit. This is not because of an emergency, but for some important safety checks. Starting Wednesday night at 9:30 p. m. , all light rail services in the Central Business District will be on hold. The goal is to make sure everything is safe and
Nate Wiggins is making waves in the NFL with his exceptional skills as a defensive back. His journey to success is unique, as he previously played as a receiver, which gives him an edge in understanding the opposing team's strategies. This background has helped him develop into one of the best at mi
People have long believed that amethyst, a type of quartz, has special powers. They say it can help you stay balanced and even prevent drunkenness. Some alternative medicine practitioners still recommend it as a quick fix for health and well-being. With all the overindulgence that happens around the
