The U. S. added 172, 000 jobs in one month under a specific administration, but not every sector shared in the growth. While the overall economy showed progress, industries tied to entertainment saw a different story. Jobs in movies, music, broadcasting, and content creation dropped by nearly 7, 000
Research shows that when young people see smoking in movies or shows, it can make smoking seem more appealing. But what happens when a well-known actor lights up on screen? Does it matter more than the way they act while they smoke? Scientists wanted to find out if celebrity status and emotional rea
This week, cryptocurrency markets hit a rough patch, with Bitcoin and Ethereum dropping sharply—something not seen since mid-2024. Bitcoin fell nearly 15%, while Ethereum lost over 17%, marking one of the worst weekly performances in years. Trading activity also slowed to its lowest point since late
Skokie is considering letting voters decide in November whether to support a $53 million bond issue for new parks and upgrades. The plan includes creating Channelside Park South on an old industrial site and expanding Sports Park East with better sports fields and facilities. If passed, property tax
Back in the late 1990s, softball in Lubbock barely got a second glance. Few games aired on the radio, and the sport struggled to compete with baseball for attention. Fast forward to today, and the Texas Tech softball team has flipped the script. Fans now plan their schedules around games, with stand
Michigan is facing a tough housing problem. Prices keep climbing and many young adults can't afford to buy a home. The issue isn't just about money. Rules and regulations make it harder to build new houses. These rules don't just slow down construction. They also limit choices for families looking f
Every year, college baseball teams face a tough choice when scheduling late-season games. A hidden ranking called RPI decides which teams make the tournament, but it works in strange ways. If a strong team beats a weak opponent, it barely helps their RPI. But if they lose to that same team, their RP
The latest jobs report shows a strong economy. For the third month in a row, new jobs grew faster than expected. The job market is adding a lot of positions while not letting many go. About 188, 000 new jobs were added each month on average. That’s a big deal because it’s higher than usual. In fact,
At a flashy St. Petersburg business event, Russia’s leadership got an unusual message this week. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy published an open letter inviting Russian President Vladimir Putin to face-to-face peace talks just as Western investors mingled in the same city. The timing wasn’
The Bay County Historical Museum has a new leader stepping into the role this summer. Kyle Proctor starts as executive director on June 1, bringing over two decades of experience in running organizations and shaping their direction. His background includes high-level jobs in corporate communications
