The incident happened on Feb. 7 in the Morningside area of Atlanta, when a Waymo autonomous vehicle entered an active police scene on Cheshire Bridge Road. Police and SWAT teams were already engaged with a barricaded gunman who had just fired shots, wounding two officers. The Waymo cut through a li
In the battle against dengue, scientists have found an unexpected ally: bacteria-infected mosquitoes. The idea is simple yet clever. Male mosquitoes are infected with a specific strain of bacteria called Wolbachia. When these males mate with wild female mosquitoes, something interesting happens. The
New York City's Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has put forward a plan to raise taxes on the wealthy. He wants to add a 2% tax on those earning over a million dollars each year. This idea is part of his campaign promises. He also wants to increase the corporate tax rate. During a recent budget hearing, Mamd
A federal official named Gregory Bovino, who directs immigration raids in Chicago, sent a congratulatory email to the Border Patrol agent who fired five shots at a 30‑year‑old woman from Chicago. The email praised the agent’s “excellent service” and urged him to keep working hard. The message is pa
The blaze that scorched the front of Lee Vogler’s home in North Carolina revealed something unexpected: a chemical substance, not just ordinary gasoline. Investigators first noticed the odd scent while on scene, which led them to test the residue. The samples turned out to contain a flammable liq
Barron Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, may be involved in a new business venture. This company, Sollos Yerba Mate Inc. , is a yerba mate beverage business. Yerba mate is a popular drink in South America. It is known for its caffeine content and unique flavor. The company was officiall
New rules are in place for those who help people file their taxes in New York. The state's tax department has updated its guide for tax preparers. This guide is a must-read for anyone who helps others with their income tax returns. First, some tax preparers must register with the state. This is not
In a shocking turn of events, a small plane met a tragic end in the rugged mountains of northern Colombia. The Beechcraft 1900, operated by the state-run airline Satena, was carrying 15 people when it crashed. Sadly, everyone on board lost their lives. The plane was on its way from Cúcuta to Ocaña,
Halle Berry, at 59, is a shining example of aging gracefully. She recently attended the London premiere of "Crime 101, " showcasing her timeless beauty and confidence. Dressed in a striking black bodysuit and a bejeweled maxi skirt, she turned heads and proved that age is just a number. Her outfit
A family's holiday vacation took a turn for the worse when a young man with autism was removed from a cruise ship. The incident happened on Christmas Eve in Cozumel, Mexico. It involved a misunderstanding between the young man, Sean Curran, and another passenger. The family believes the cruise line
