Science funding from the government has led to big wins in the past. Think about HIV treatments. These were made possible thanks to research done at universities with federal money. The 1980 Bayh-Dole Act was a big deal. It allowed schools and non-profits to patent their discoveries. This meant they
A U. S. Senator recently sparked a social media firestorm after criticizing a successful military operation in Venezuela. Ruben Gallego called the mission to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro "embarrassing" and claimed it was an unjustified war. Maduro faced serious charges, including narc
North Texas is in for a warm and dry start to the new year. The weekend will bring sunny skies and mild temperatures, with highs reaching the mid-60s. Nights will be chilly, though, with lows dropping to around 42 degrees. Winds will pick up during the day, ranging from 5 to 20 mph. The following w
New York City is in for a treat this week, with temperatures set to climb into the 50s. This is a welcome change from the usual freezing weather that has been sticking around. The week starts off with a high of 37 degrees on Sunday. Winds will be blowing at around 24 miles-per-hour, but there will
During the 2025 holidays, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) proved that it's possible to make travel enjoyable. Despite the usual worries about delays and cancellations, the airport staff went above and beyond. From the parking attendants to the baggage handlers, security, and even the f
In a recent turn of events, three Palestinians lost their lives in separate clashes with Israeli forces in Khan Younis, a city in the southern part of the Gaza Strip. Among the victims was a young boy of 15 years, a fisherman, and another man. The incidents took place in different areas, some of whi
The U. S. is trying to sort out who should be in charge of the crypto market. The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025, or CLARITY Act, is making its way through Congress. This act aims to end the confusion about who regulates what in the crypto world. The act has two main parts. First, it says
The U. S. pulled off a daring military operation to capture Venezuela's president, Nicolás Maduro. He was caught off guard and is now facing serious charges in New York. This move has left many wondering what's next for Venezuela. The operation was quick and powerful. Maduro was caught, blindfolded
Denmark is not happy. A recent social media post by the wife of a high-ranking U. S. official has sparked a diplomatic row. Katie Miller, married to the U. S. President's deputy chief of staff, shared an image of Greenland draped in the American flag. This didn't sit well with Denmark. The Danish a
Coinbase has decided to hit the brakes on its peso-based services in Argentina, just under a year after it started operating there. This isn't a full stop, though. The company is keeping its crypto services running while it figures out a better way to handle local financial operations. Starting Jan
