We're seeing a big jump in whooping cough cases, especially in the Middle Atlantic states. As of early October, there were around 17,579 cases compared to just 3,962 last year! This bacterial infection, also known as pertussis, spreads like wildfire through coughs and sneezes. It's most dangerous fo
China has kicked off major military drills around Taiwan, calling it a “stern warning” against the island's independence push. Taiwan's Defense Ministry condemned the exercises as “unreasonable provocation.” The drills, dubbed Joint Sword-2024B, involve China’s army, navy, air force, and rocket forc
Nike has a new leader at the helm—Elliott Hill. He started his job on Monday, taking over a company facing tough times. Sales are down, and the stock price isn't looking great. Hill, a long-time Nike employee, retired in 2020 but is now back to steer the company through these choppy waters. Nike's
China staged military drills near Taiwan as a response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's recent speech. The drills, named "Joint Sword-2024B," involved different branches of the Chinese military. They were conducted around the north, south, and east of the island. The goal was to test their join
It's been over a month since Boeing's machinists started their strike, rejecting a contract offer from the company. The ongoing standoff is causing Boeing's new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, some serious headaches. The union and Boeing are still at odds, with negotiations falling apart and production coming t
On Monday, Asian shares took an upward leap, with Chinese stocks soaring over 1% after the finance minister hinted at more economic support. While U.S. futures remained steady and oil prices dipped, investors worldwide held their breath for more details on China's new stimulus plan. Experts believe
China's Ministry of Finance recently held a press briefing, highlighting its focus on resolving local government debt issues rather than providing the economic stimulus markets were hoping for. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an outlined four key measures to support local governments in managing debt risks.
Health costs are a major worry for U.S. retirees. Long-term care, like nursing homes and home health aides, isn't covered by Medicare. This can lead to huge bills late in life. Planning for these costs is key, says Christine Benz, director of financial planning at Morningstar. Retirement expens
The Green Bay Packers cruised to a 31-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals, dominating the game from start to finish. Quarterback Jordan Love tossed four touchdowns, with three of them coming in the first half. The Packers also recovered three fumbles, which smothered any hope of a Cardinals comeback.
Imagine being in the corner, the same spot where Betnijah Laney-Hamilton has made countless shots during her storied WNBA career. When her team, the Liberty, was on the brink of disaster in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, Laney-Hamilton stepped up. She nailed a crucial shot that extended their lead and g
