Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is facing some tough times. Eight members of his party went against the plan, and not everyone is happy about it. Some think Schumer could have done more to stop this from happening. Schumer is 74 years old, and people are starting to wonder if he will
Airports across the US are facing a double whammy of issues today. First, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered airlines to cut even more flights. This is on top of the 4% reduction they already had to make last week. Now, they need to cut 6% more flights at busy airports. This is al
The U. S. Food and Drug Administration is looking to bring in a new boss for its drug approval team. This person, Richard Pazdur, is known for his work in cancer treatments. If he takes the job, he'll be in charge of making sure most medicines, from those you buy without a prescription to those need
In China, more and more elderly people are living alone in the countryside. This is a big deal because the country is getting older fast. One way these seniors are finding joy is through short video apps like Douyin. Researchers wanted to see how these apps affect their happiness and well-being. Th
China is now a top player in global science, ranking fifth in scientific publications. The number of times Chinese research is cited has been growing fast. This growth is especially noticeable in areas like nanotechnology, where China is now second only to the USA. Money for research and developmen
Marriott's recent breakup with Sonder, a short-term rental company, has left many guests scrambling. The sudden split, announced just a week into their stays, has caused chaos for travelers who had booked through Marriott's channels. Guests like Steve McGraw, a retired tech executive, were caught o
In recent times, federal agents have been caught on camera using force against protesters. This has sparked a lot of discussion about whether they are following the rules. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has clear guidelines on when force can be used. It should only happen when there's no
Team USA is in a tough spot after losing the 2025 Ryder Cup. Jim Furyk, who helped out as a vice-captain, has some strong thoughts on what needs to change. First off, the team needs to take a good look at themselves. They were way behind early on, and even though they fought hard at the end, it was
The U. S. House of Representatives hurried back to Washington, dealing with major travel disruptions caused by the ongoing government shutdown. With countless flights grounded, some representatives chose alternative travel methods. One Republican representative from Wisconsin decided to drive 16 hou
Pierre Poilievre, the head of Canada's Conservative Party, is facing a tough time. He's trying to unite his party, but it's not easy. Some members like his bold, Trump-like style. Others? Not so much. Just last year, Poilievre seemed like a shoo-in for prime minister. But now, he's struggling. Two
