You might know FedEx and UPS, but have you ever thought about the different ways airlines move freight? The air cargo industry has seen a big boost, especially with the rise of online shopping during the pandemic. In the US, there are plenty of cargo airlines using different strategies to get goods
President Trump sat down with NBC's "Meet the Press" to discuss his plan to impose tariffs. When asked if families might face higher prices, he admitted he couldn't guarantee anything but pointed to the economy's strength before COVID. Companies like Walmart and Stanley Black & Decker have voiced co
A Saudi leader, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, is shaking up the world of boxing. The World Boxing Council (WBC) recently named him 'Boxing Man of the Year' at their annual convention in Hamburg, Germany. Alalshikh, who heads Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, has been praised for brin
Ever wondered why some people experience heart issues after recovering from COVID-19? Scientists are on the case, trying to uncover how the virus might harm heart tissue. One important factor is something called vascular fibrosis, which is like scarring in the blood vessels. This scarring can disrup
President-elect Donald Trump's plan includes heavy tariffs on imports, especially from China. This could be bad news for local shops. Those small businesses rely on global supplies, like the foods we eat or parts for repairs. If the costs rise by 20 to 100 percent, some shops might close. The probl
In 2016, I shared a Ramadan meal with Syrian ex-rebels in Turkey. They spoke of the brutal tactics used by the Assad regime. Fast forward to today, the Assad regime has fallen, and the world is watching the ripple effects. Countries like Turkey, Iran, Russia, Israel, and the U. S. are feeling the sh
Researchers have been quick to blame social media for negative impacts on teens' mental health, but is it the whole story? A recent study decided to find out by tracking 154 teenagers aged 12 to 15 every four hours for two weeks. They wanted to see if using social media causes more negative emotions
In the 2024 election, cryptocurrency companies like Ripple spent millions in political contributions. This surge in spending has raised questions about the industry's influence in Washington. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, revealed that his company alone contributed $25 million to an industry sup
The recent murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City street isn't just another tragic event. It's a snapshot of the city's sliding security. Sure, New York has always had its share of high-profile crimes, like the killings of John Lennon and Meir Kahane. But those incidents ha
When it comes to treating water filled with harmful pollutants, there are a few methods that have been around for a while and some newer ones that are gaining attention. Two of the older methods are burning the waste, known as incineration, and using a process called Sequencing Batch Reactor Activat
