Malaysia's northern state of Perlis faced a tough time last week. Heavy rains turned the area into a giant water park, but not the fun kind. Roads became rivers, and homes turned into swimming pools. Over 7, 000 people had to leave their homes because of the floods. That's a lot of people needing a place to stay! Gon Qasim, a 73-year-old woman, and her husband were ...
In racing, talent alone isn't enough. The people and environment around a driver can make or break their career. Katherine Legge, a seasoned racer, shared her thoughts on this. Legge's journey started with Polestar Racing Group. She moved to the U. S. and found a supportive family in Jim and Pam Griffith. Living with them, she learned about car mechanics and felt th...
In the heart of a bustling city, a trauma center sees many victims of violent crimes. Yet, most of these patients have never heard of a program designed to help them. This program, called Crime Victims Compensation (CVC), is meant to ease the financial burden of violent injuries. But awareness is shockingly low. Out of 2, 200 patients, only a small group of 141 were...
Artificial intelligence is changing the job market in the U. S. fast. Many jobs could be taken over by AI in the near future. A new study from MIT shows that AI might already be able to replace 12% of American workers. That's a lot of people and a huge amount of money in wages. The U. S. is investing a lot in AI. Both private companies and the government are putting...
Microsoft's stock is getting a lot of attention lately, especially because of a particular options trade that's got people talking. This trade is called a bull call spread. It involves buying a call option at $495 and selling another at $500, both set to expire on January 16, 2026. The cost for this setup is around $240. If Microsoft's stock reaches $500 by that date...
Xbox Cloud Gaming is making waves across the globe. It's now live in 29 countries, including the latest addition, India. This country is a big deal in gaming, with over 500 million gamers expected by 2025. Microsoft has been busy boosting server power in Argentina and Brazil. This move comes after seeing a big jump in players and playtime in these countries. It seem...
A big step has been taken in the world of smartphones. A company called NimbleEdge has teamed up with Microsoft to bring something called Foundry Local to Android phones. This isn't just any update; it's a game-changer. It lets AI run directly on your phone, making it faster, more private, and always ready to use, even without the internet. Foundry Local is like a t...
Microsoft is stepping up its game in the clean energy sector. They just announced new solar power deals in Mexico, Brazil, and Spain. This isn't just about cutting carbon emissions. It's also about helping local communities grow. In Latin America, Microsoft teamed up with Powertrust. Together, they plan to build 270 MW of solar power over the next four years. These ...
Last week, couples in San Diego went to a federal building for green card interviews. They thought this was the last step to live together in the U. S. permanently. But things took a surprising turn. Each couple had one American and one foreign spouse. Stephen Paul brought his British wife and their 4-month-old baby. Audrey Hestmark came with her German husband, jus...
Medicare just scored some serious wins in its latest drug price negotiations. Fifteen drugs will see price drops, with some discounts reaching as high as 85%. This is huge for the over 50 million seniors who rely on Medicare. The biggest winners? Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, which treat obesity and Type 2 diabetes. These drugs will see a massive 71% pri...