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Jan 22 2025SCIENCE

Why Do Some Folks Trust Scientists Less?

Scientists guide leaders to make smart choices. But recently, people are wondering how much we should trust them. A huge survey in 68 countries asked 71, 922 people about this. The results? Most folks trust scientists and think they should have more say in big decisions. But there are differences be

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Bill Nelson Bids Farewell as NASA Chief, Ushering in New Era

In a significant shift, Bill Nelson stepped down from his post as NASA administrator on January 20, 2021. This date marked the end of the Biden Administration and the start of Donald Trump's second term as president. Nelson, a long-time public servant with a career spanning over five decades, took t

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

China Steps Up While US Steps Back

China has restated its dedication to collaborating globally on key issues, contrasting with the US's recent decisions. President Trump pulled the US out of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Paris Climate Agreement again. Some experts believe this could give China a chance to boost its glob

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

NASA's Top Job in Flux as Trump's Second Term Begins

President Trump's second term kicked off with big plans for Mars but puzzling leadership at NASA. In his inaugural speech, Trump talked about sending astronauts to Mars, but there was confusion about who was in charge at NASA. Bill Nelson and Pam Melroy had just stepped down as administrator and dep

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Jan 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Drama Wild Cards Hits Top 10 on Prime Video

Ever wondered why a show with a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes isn't on everyone's radar? Meet "Wild Cards, " a charming crime drama that's quietly making waves. This Canadian gem recently hit the No. 3 spot on Prime Video's top 10 shows. It's all about an unlikely duo: a demoted detective and a c

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

What If Trump Returns? NASA and Space Plans in Flux

Picture this: President Trump wins another term. NASA might see some major changes. The Artemis mission, aimed at getting humans back to the moon, could get a whole new makeover. Big rockets like the Space Launch System, built for moon trips, might also change. Earth science projects could see budge

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

From Outsider to Pro: Trump Returns to White House

When Donald Trump first stepped into Washington in 2017, he was a fresh face without political experience. This time around, he's back with a specific agenda and a seasoned team. He's spent four years learning the ropes and has a new understanding of legislative processes and global relations. Congr

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Jan 19 2025SPORTS

Fast Start for Chiefs: Big Return and Penalty Give Early Lead

The Chiefs quickly grabbed the lead in their divisional round playoff game against the Texans, scoring within the first minute. Kansas City was up 3-0, even after a weak initial offensive series. The game kicked off with a bang, quite literally, as rookie Nikko Remigio returned the opening kickoff a

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

New Leader for House Intel: Meet Rep. Rick Crawford

Hey there! So, the House Speaker, Mike Johnson, has picked a new boss for the House Intelligence Committee. Meet Rep. Rick Crawford, a Republican from Arkansas. He's been on the committee for a while and is now the most senior member after the previous chair, Rep. Mike Turner, got the boot. Johnson

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Jan 17 2025BUSINESS

Goldman Sachs Sweetens the Deal for Top Execs

Goldman Sachs has increased the pay of its CEO, David Solomon, by 26% to $39 million. Alongside this, they've set up retention plans worth $80 million for both Solomon and the bank's president, John Waldron. This move aims to keep the duo at the helm, following a strong performance year. The bank ha

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