The stock market saw a significant boost on Friday, with the S&P 500 rising by 1. 8% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping by 565 points, or 1. 4%. This surge came after a tough week for investors, marking the fourth consecutive losing week. Despite the gains, the market is still in a rough p
Apple enthusiasts are abuzz with whispers of a new iPhone model. The iPhone 17 Ultra is the latest buzzword, but is it just a rumor or a real deal? This isn't Apple's first flirtation with an "Ultra" model. Some believe it could be a super high-end device, while others think it's just a dream. The
A spacecraft on an asteroid-chasing mission recently had a close encounter with Mars. It was a Wednesday when the European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft flew past the Red Planet. During this flyby, the spacecraft captured hundreds of stunning images of Mars and several detailed shots of Deimos, one
The ACC Tournament took an unexpected turn when Duke's star freshman Cooper Flagg got injured. He sprained his ankle during the first half of Duke's game against Georgia Tech. This left many wondering how it would affect the team's performance in the upcoming semifinal against North Carolina.
Palliative care clinicians in the middle of their careers face unique challenges. They need support to navigate these hurdles. A group of five clinicians from different academic medical centers came together to form a "friendtor" group. They met monthly and had a year-end focus group. The goal was t
Indonesia is home to the world's largest Muslim population. This should make it a powerhouse in the global halal market. However, it is not even in the top ten. Why is that? Well, it's a mix of tough global competition and some internal issues. One big problem is that many people in Indonesia don't
The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft had a close encounter with Mars' moon Deimos. This happened during a flyby on March 12, 2025. The spacecraft was on its way to study the asteroid Dimorphos. This asteroid was previously impacted by NASA's DART mission in 2022. The flyby allowed Hera to tes
South Carolina is in for a weather rollercoaster this weekend. Sunday is going to be a wild ride with strong storms. The whole state is under a slight risk for severe weather. The main worry is wind gusts that could reach up to 70 miles per hour. There's also a small chance of tornadoes and flooding
The Lakeshore Community Concerts season is wrapping up with a bang. The final show is a tribute to the 1960s, featuring Sixtiesmania. This band covers everything from the Beatles to the music of Woodstock. The concert will be held at Highland High School’s Monbeck Auditorium, 9135 Erie St. in Highla
A big win for educators in Berkeley County! College Park Middle School just scored a massive grant from the South Carolina Department of Education. This isn't just any grant—it's the Strategic Compensation Pilot Grant, and it's worth up to $199, 800. The grant is all about shaking up how teachers ge
