The National Institutes of Health, or NIH, is in a tough spot. A recent plan to slash its budget by over 40% has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. This move is part of a broader effort to downsize the federal government, led by the Department of Government Efficiency. The NIH is a bi
Milton is a town with a mix of financial puzzles. It's not a poor place, but it's facing some serious money problems. The median home price is a million dollars, and the average family brings in nearly 180, 000 dollars a year. Yet, the town is struggling with a double dose of financial trouble. Ther
The federal government underwent a major shakeup in its first 100 days under a new administration. A group of young tech experts, led by a billionaire entrepreneur, stormed into various government agencies. Their mission? To slash spending, cancel contracts, and even shut down entire depar
The 15th APOS event is happening in Bali. It will be a big deal for the media and entertainment world. The Ayana Estate will host top decision-makers from various fields. They will talk about the future of entertainment in Asia Pacific and beyond. The event will feature some heavy hitters. Netf
The jury in the Karen Read case will visit the alleged crime scene in Canton. This visit aims to give them a better understanding of the events that took place on January 29, 2022. The scene is the home where John O’Keefe, Read’s boyfriend, was found unresponsive in the snow. The jurors will see the
The Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) is set to vacate its New York offices by the end of May. This move is part of a broader review of government leases, but the specifics remain unclear. The institute, known for its climate research, has been a fixture in New York since 1961. It's located
The former U. S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order. It called for an urgent focus on artificial intelligence (AI) in education. This move sparked both excitement and puzzlement. The order aimed to boost AI skills among students and teachers. It also wanted to expose young minds to AI
The battle over voting rights has taken a dramatic turn. A federal judge in Washington, D. C. , has put a halt to a significant part of a presidential executive order. This order aimed to make big changes to how people register to vote and participate in elections. The judge's decision is a big dea
A recent move by the former president has stirred up the world of higher education. The former president signed an executive order. This order aims to change how colleges get accredited. The focus will now be on "results, " not just meeting basic standards. This means colleges might be judged on
The airline industry is facing a rough patch. Southwest Airlines has joined Delta and United in pulling back its financial predictions. Why? The trade tensions sparked by the previous US president have created a lot of uncertainty. This is the biggest challenge the industry has faced since the COVID
