In Batavia, there are two unique stars that are stealing hearts and gaining a massive following. These stars are not your typical celebrities. They have shaggy coats, love to snuggle, and are always ready for a photo op. Maggie and Mabel, the Scottish Highland cows, are the main attraction at Majest
In a move that shows the power of investor skepticism, a group of major banks, including Banco Santander SA, has decided to shrink the size of a loan meant to finance the acquisition of Verint Systems Inc. by Thoma Bravo. This isn't just a small tweak—we're talking a big cut, from around $2. 7 billi
Starbucks, the coffee giant known for its widespread presence, is making some big changes. It's closing around 400 stores in North America. This is part of a larger plan to save about $1 billion. The company's CEO, Brian Niccol, said these stores weren't up to par or weren't making enough money. Th
The French navy recently made a huge drug bust. They stopped a fishing boat off the coast of West Africa. This boat was not registered to any country. The navy found 9. 6 tons of cocaine on it. The drugs were worth over $600 million. This is a huge amount of money. The navy got a tip about the boat
Liverpool is thinking about giving Ryan Gravenberch a new contract. This makes sense because he has become a key player for the team. Even though Liverpool spent a lot of money on new players this summer, Gravenberch has stayed important. He has been playing well and helping the team win games. Gra
Meet a science teacher who turned a childhood love for bugs into a lifelong adventure. Growing up in Caribou, Maine, she was never afraid of the creepy-crawlies that most kids avoid. Her parents encouraged her curiosity, and she never looked back. This teacher, now retired, spent years sharing her
The COVID-19 pandemic changed how people spent their time and money. Many turned to trading stocks and cryptocurrencies, while others gambled more. But what's the connection between these activities? Some people started trading so much that it became a problem. This behavior might look a lot like pr
Brain waves are like whispers from our minds, but they often get lost in the noise. EEG machines try to capture these whispers, but they frequently pick up static too. This static can come from bad connections, movement, or just too much background noise. Usually, scientists throw out the noisy part
A major tech breakdown left thousands of people stuck at airports in the US. The problem started at two big airports in Dallas. A lot of flights were canceled or delayed. This happened because of issues with the telecoms system. The FAA said the system is old and needs updates. They also said that g
Cats might seem independent, but they actually form strong bonds with humans. This bond is driven by a chemical called oxytocin, often referred to as the "love hormone. " It's the same chemical that gets released when we hug or kiss someone we care about. So, how exactly do cats and humans create t
