Portugal is getting older, and its cities are getting bigger. This mix is causing problems for elderly people trying to get the help they need. A recent study looked at where social services are and where older adults actually live. It found that big cities like Lisbon, Porto, and Faro have a lot of services, but they are also very crowded. Meanwhile, rural areas and...
Expanding a business is exciting, but it's not always straightforward. Franchising might seem like a quick way to grow, but it's not the best fit for every industry. Take Roof Maxx, for example. They chose a different path and built a dealer network instead. Here's why. Franchising can be tempting because it brings in money from selling territories and charging fees...
The UK's crackdown on money laundering linked to Russia is making waves. Over 128 people have been arrested, and authorities have seized $32. 6 million in cash and crypto. This is all part of Operation Destabilise, which started making headlines in 2024. The operation has uncovered some shocking details. Launderers have been active in at least 28 UK towns and cities...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its website to reflect a significant change in its position on vaccines and autism. This shift comes after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the agency to revise its language. Kennedy, a prominent figure in the debate surrounding vaccine safety, has long been vo...
The White House and the FDA are at odds over a staffing decision. The FDA's top boss, Marty Makary, wanted to promote Sanjula Jain-Nagpal, a policy expert. But the White House had other plans. They asked for her resignation. Makary wasn't happy about it. He pushed back. But the White House didn't back down. Jain-Nagpal is still at the FDA. That's the official word f...
A major financial company, Principal Financial, has been teaching its employees about artificial intelligence (AI). The CEO, Strable, started by training the top leaders. At first, some leaders questioned why they needed to learn about AI. But Strable believed it was important for leaders to understand AI so they could help the whole company use it better. After the...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the current Health Secretary, has made some big changes to the CDC's website. He told The New York Times that he personally asked for these changes. The CDC used to say that vaccines don't cause autism. Now, the website says that this statement isn't based on solid evidence. This change has caused a lot of confusion and worry. Many scientists...
Chicago has decided not to apply for federal grants that now focus on law enforcement and immigration, a shift made by the Trump administration. The city's mayor, Brandon Johnson, stated that Chicago won't comply with what they see as political aims disguised as public safety measures. The U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) changed the grant program, originally desig...
The CDC has updated its stance on vaccines and autism, sparking debate. The agency now says a link cannot be ruled out, a shift from its previous position. This change aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's views on vaccine dangers. However, CDC scientists insist no changes were made to their website. The Department of Health and Human Services remains...
Eric Swalwell, a well-known figure in Congress, has decided to join the race for California's governor. This move adds another name to the already long list of Democrats vying for the position. Swalwell, who has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, brings his political experience and strong opinions to the table. Swalwell's campaign focuses on the h...