Amazon recently let go of 14, 000 employees. The company's CEO, Andy Jassy, explained that this wasn't about saving money or replacing people with AI. Instead, he said it was about fitting the right people into the company's culture. This move comes after Amazon grew a lot over the past few years.
In the small town of Loomis, California, people are worried about their future. This place, with its 7, 000 residents and single-family homes, is known for its suburban concerns like traffic and high gas prices. Right now, it's represented by a Republican in Congress. But a big vote is happening tha
A big change in how packages are taxed might make online shopping more expensive. Until recently, items worth less than $800 could enter the country without extra fees. But that rule ended in August, and it could mean higher prices for shoppers. This change could hit consumers harder than they thin
Deep in the Amazon, a silent battle is unfolding. Indigenous communities are facing a growing health crisis linked to illegal gold mining. Mercury, used to extract gold, is polluting rivers and posing serious risks to unborn children. This threat is so severe that some women are afraid to start fami
Big things are happening in the world of artificial intelligence. Companies are pouring money into AI like never before. Nvidia, a key player in AI technology, recently hit a massive market value of over $5 trillion. This shows just how much confidence investors have in AI's future. But it's not ju
Our world is getting hotter, and it's not just a phase. Over the past century, the average surface temperature has gone up by about 2 degrees Fahrenheit. This might not sound like much, but it's enough to cause some serious changes. Glaciers are melting, sea levels are rising, and extreme weather ev
Starting November 1st, people can begin signing up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace. But there's a big problem: Congress hasn't decided whether to keep the extra financial help that makes insurance more affordable for millions of Americans. Without this help, i
Chicago has a new plan to keep its public transport running smoothly. The idea is to use money that is already being collected, instead of asking people to pay more in taxes. This plan is expected to bring in about $1. 5 billion every year. Most of this money will come from sales tax on fuel and som
People often think that intimacy fades with age, but that's not always true. A recent study looked into how health and age affect sexual behavior and satisfaction in adults aged 50 to 90. The findings were interesting. It turns out that age and gender do play a role in how often people are intimate
Thanksgiving is coming up, and things are not looking good for travel. The government is shut down, and that's causing big problems. Air traffic controllers are working without pay, and that's making people worry about delays and cancellations. At the White House, a meeting happened with important
