Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has recently let go of his long-time right-hand man, Andriy Yermak. This move has stirred up a lot of talk about what it means for Ukraine's government and its ongoing war efforts. Yermak, who was known for his tough political style, had a big role in Ukrain
In the world of heart and lung surgery, women are a rare sight. Only a small group of them make up less than 10% of surgeons in this field. But a gathering called Women in Thoracic Surgery is changing that. It's a place where these women can share their experiences and support each other. At one of
The number of Palestinians who have lost their lives in the Israel-Hamas war has now reached a staggering 70, 100, as reported by Gaza's Health Ministry. This grim milestone comes despite a recent ceasefire that was supposed to bring some respite to the region. The ceasefire, which began on October
Black Friday online shopping reached a new high. Americans spent $11. 8 billion online. This is a 9. 1% increase from last year. Adobe Analytics shared this data. They track over 1 trillion U. S. retail site visits. The spending spree did not stop there. Shoppers are expected to spend $5. 5 billion
Travel Tuesday is a big day for travel deals, but not all offers are equal. It's a day when airlines, hotels, and travel sites offer discounts. But before you book, it's important to do your homework. First, know the usual prices. Many deals look great at first glance, but the original price might
Holiday music is everywhere these days. It's in stores, on the radio, and even playing in our homes. But not all holiday songs are about joy and cheer. Some tell a different story. One such song is "Fairytale of New York" by The Pogues. It's not your typical holiday tune. It's raw, honest, and a bit
In Virginia, people are planning to spend less this holiday season. A recent survey shows that households expect to spend about $1, 035, which is less than last year. They are focusing more on gifts and cutting back on other things like clothes, electronics, and going out. This trend is not just in
The upper Midwest is facing a winter weather onslaught, causing major disruptions in air travel. Over 1, 000 flights have been called off across the country, with the bulk of these cancellations happening in this region. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is bearing the brunt of the storm, with mo
Freezing stuff without damaging it is a big deal. Think about ice cream. If it melts and refreezes, it gets all grainy. Now imagine that happening to cells or even organs. Not good, right? Scientists have been working on ways to freeze and thaw things without causing damage. They've come up with som
Steve Jobs had a unique way of making employees feel like they owned the company. He did this by giving them stock options. This was not common back then. He explained this idea at a conference in 1983. Jobs said that buying stock directly would be risky for employees. They could lose a lot of mone
