Billy Idol, the legendary punk rocker, has just been nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This is a big deal for him, as he's been eligible since 2007. He's excited because his longtime guitarist and co-songwriter, Steve Stevens, is also nominated. This means if Billy gets in, Steve will too.
Imagine this: a powerful regulator, created to protect everyday folks from financial tricks, suddenly gets shut down. That's what happened to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). It was set up after the big financial crisis in 2008. The CFPB was supposed to be a shield against unfair pra
In a surprising turn of events, three major Japanese car companies—Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi—have decided to end their discussions about merging. This decision came after Nissan's top executive, Makoto Uchida, expressed concerns about the potential merger's impact on Nissan's future. Uchida felt
Water treatment plants produce a byproduct called drinking water treatment residuals (DWTRs). This stuff is usually seen as waste, but it turns out it's pretty good at trapping metals and other chemicals. Researchers in Wyoming and Oregon tested DWTRs to see if they could help clean up metal-contam
Trump's administration has been making some big moves in the Ukraine conflict. They've started to accept that Ukraine might not join NATO and won't return to its pre-2014 borders. This shift in focus from Europe to China is a big deal. The US Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, made it clear that the
Sony's latest financial report shows a mixed picture. First, the bad news: Sony Pictures Entertainment saw a significant drop in profits for the third quarter of 2024. This period, which ended on December 31, 2024, saw profits fall to $223 million. That's a 21% decrease from the same time last year.
Texas is becoming a major hub for financial services. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has big plans for the state. They are moving their Chicago operations to Dallas. This move could change the game for Texas's economy. The NYSE Chicago, originally known as the Chicago Stock Exchange, was founde
The U. S. Senate is set to approve Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new health secretary. This decision comes despite major concerns from both political parties and the medical community. Kennedy, a 71-year-old environmental lawyer, is known for his controversial views on vaccines. He has spent years sp
Linda McMahon is in a tough spot. She's been chosen to lead the Department of Education, but there's a catch. The president who picked her wants the department to be shut down. This is an unusual situation, as the person in charge of an organization is being asked to dismantle it. McMahon's
In the heart of flu season, a devastating loss has struck a family in Randolph County. A vibrant 9-year-old girl, Madeline Vernon, passed away due to complications from the flu. Her parents, Mary Edging and Jimmy Vernon, are now grappling with the unimaginable pain of losing their daughter. Madeline
