Ken Griffin, the big boss of Citadel, recently shared his thoughts on AI at a big finance conference. While many on Wall Street are excited about using AI to pick stocks, Griffin isn't convinced it's the magic solution. He said AI can help with some tasks, but it's not great at finding those specia
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
A grand new ballroom is taking shape at the White House, but who's footing the bill remains a puzzle. The project, valued at a whopping $250 million, is set to cover a vast 90, 000 square feet. President Donald Trump claims he will cover a big chunk of the cost, but the rest is coming from some deep
Maryland is making a big push to get more electric cars on the road. They just put out over 5 million dollars to build more places to charge these cars. This money will help set up charging spots at workplaces and along major roads. The goal? To make driving electric cars easier for everyone in the
Columbia is getting a bigger and better mental health center. Burrell Behavioral Health is building a new place on Texas Avenue. This new spot will help more people for a longer time. Right now, the old center on East Walnut Street can only help people for up to 23 hours. The new center will offer
A looming crisis is on the horizon for millions of Americans who depend on food stamps, also known as SNAP benefits. The federal government shutdown is threatening to disrupt these vital payments, leaving many families uncertain about their next meal. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), whi
Work has begun on a new ballroom at the White House, but not everyone is happy about it. The East Wing, home to the first lady's offices, is being partially demolished to make way for this massive project. The cost? A whopping $250 million, all privately funded. The White House has not yet received
Tesla's upcoming vote on Elon Musk's massive pay package has sparked a heated debate. At the heart of the controversy are proxy advisory firms, which guide shareholders on how to vote. Two major firms, ISS and Glass Lewis, are advising against the package. They argue it's too generous and could dilu
A group of very smart people from OpenAI and Google Brain decided to start a new company called Periodic Labs. They want to use AI to discover new materials, like super conductors. They got a lot of money, $300 million, from investors to do this. The idea started when two friends, Liam Fedus and Ek
Stacey Hatfield, a well-known Australian advocate for toxin-free living, has left the world too soon. Her husband, Nathan Warnecke, shared the devastating news on Instagram. Stacey passed away on September 29, 2025, following a rare complication after giving birth to their son, Axel, at home. Natha
