A former NYPD sergeant has been convicted for punching a man multiple times during a 911 call. Christian Zapata, 37, was found guilty of attempted assault but won't serve any additional jail time. The incident happened in December 2022 when Zapata allegedly punched Jerome Collins, who had asked offi
Stocks are soaring, with the S&P 500 reaching its highest point ever. This uptick follows a drop in the 10-year Treasury yield, which has been fueling the market's growth. However, on Wednesday, the yield slightly increased, going back up to 4. 6%. The dollar also hit a two-week low, causing some fr
You might be surprised to learn that many modern vinyl records aren't purely analog. These days, digital technology often sneaks into the production process. A common belief is that vinyl records offer a "warmer" sound, but this idea has been around for a long time without much evidence. Digital au
Scientists have found an ingenious way to tackle two various health threats using just one tiny protein. This little protein, originating from the Chikungunya virus, is typically spread by mosquitoes and can trigger large outbreaks. Normally, E. coli bacteria are harmless, but sometimes they can pos
In January 2025, Donald Trump became the 47th U. S. president during an indoor ceremony at the U. S. Capitol, with numerous notable figures making an appearance. The event featured a passionate speech from Trump, criticizing the past administration and sharing his vision of a new American "golden ag
You might have heard of Keith Le Goy before – he’s been making big moves at Sony Pictures Television (SPT) for a while now. Well, guess what? He’s been promoted to the big chair, becoming the chairman of SPT. That’s a pretty big deal! Le Goy has been around the block at Sony. He used to run the com
In Germany, about a third of babies are born via cesarean section. This has sparked discussions about the rates and what factors, like the number of doctors and the number of births handled, might be influencing this. Most German hospitals combine care for pregnant women and gynecological issues int
As President Joe Biden's time in office came to a close, he issued a surprising pardon to a familiar name in American healthcare: Dr. Anthony Fauci. Dr. Fauci, known for his long career at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, has advised seven U. S. presidents, dating back to R
New York City's Mayor Eric Adams, who is facing federal bribery charges, recently met with President-elect Donald Trump. The meeting was held near Trump's Florida estate, and the mayor stressed that they talked about important city issues like infrastructure and the migrant crisis. Adams said he did
Get ready for a chill! Parts of the U. S. are about to face a big drop in temperatures. Places like Washington, D. C. , are taking precautions, like moving events indoors. The cold will hit the Rockies and Northern Plains first. Think super cold wind chills, maybe even below minus 40 degrees Fahrenh
