The world is still aiming to get rid of polio, even though there's less money to do it. The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) has seen a big cut in funding. In 2026, their budget will be 30% smaller, and they're missing $1. 7 billion until 2029. This is mostly because some big donors, like
The Pentagon has introduced a new rule. Now, staff must ask for permission before talking to Congress. This is not a small change. It shows the Pentagon wants to control what people say about it. A memo was sent out. It said the Pentagon works with Congress. But now, they want to make sure everyone
The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced off in a crucial NFC matchup. The Buccaneers, boasting the best record in the conference at 5-1, brought a powerful offense. They ranked sixth in points per game, with quarterback Baker Mayfield leading the charge. Despite injuries to key players like
The world of science is facing a tough challenge. Noubar Afeyan, a key figure in the biotech industry, warns that the attacks on science won't stop at mRNA vaccines. He believes this trend will spread to all areas of medicine. Afeyan, who co-founded Moderna, has seen firsthand how political decision
Some major companies have decided to work together on a big problem: how to accurately measure carbon emissions. BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners, Exxon Mobil, and Banco Santander are leading this effort. They want to create a new system that shows exactly where carbon pollution comes from
In Pennsylvania, Election Day is coming up on November 4th. People have until October 20th to register to vote. Many important local races will be decided, like judges, district attorneys, and school boards. These races affect everyone's daily lives. But there's a group of people who are often left
Mpox, a virus known for causing flu-like symptoms and painful sores, has a new, more severe strain spreading in California. This strain, called Clade 1, has been found in three people who hadn't traveled outside the U. S. It's the first time this strain has spread locally in the country. Clade 1 is
A recent study has brought good news for parents worried about RSV in their little ones. It turns out that babies can get an antibody shot to protect them from RSV, even if their moms were vaccinated during pregnancy. This shot, called nirsevimab, is a big deal because RSV is a common and serious re
In the fast-paced world of startups, errors are inevitable. Garima Shah, cofounder of a fintech company, understands this well. She believes that mistakes are not failures but opportunities for growth. About five years ago, she started a unique tradition: a monthly meeting where employees share thei
Tuesday is packed with sports action, from college fields to pro courts and international pitches. Early birds can catch the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup games starting at 8:45 a. m. on FS2. North Korea takes on Cameroon, followed by the U. S. versus China, and later, the Netherlands faces Mexico. Al
