Three writers have been given $10, 000 each for their unique ability to mix science and literature. The National Book Foundation and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation just announced the winners of their fifth annual Science + Literature awards. The winning books are quite different from each other. Ki
DoorDash is making headlines with its high salaries for tech and strategy jobs. The company shared this info through H-1B visa applications. These applications show base pay, but they don't include bonuses or other perks. Recently, the U. S. government made it harder to get these visas by adding a b
Bill Hwang, once a big shot in the investment world, is asking for a pardon. He's the guy behind Archegos Capital Management, which crashed and burned in 2021. This wasn't just any small failure. It cost banks over $10 billion. That's a lot of money! Hwang is currently serving an 18-year prison sen
Becca Bloom, a well-known online personality, has a knack for turning everyday activities into something extraordinary. Her latest video showcases her unique approach to shopping, where she transforms her husband's credit card into a "magic wand" for a luxury shopping spree. The video begins with B
Kansas City's food and drink scene is making waves again, with several local spots and chefs earning nods from the James Beard Foundation. This year, the spotlight is on a mix of eateries and professionals, from a Japanese-inspired pub to a talented pastry chef. The James Beard Foundation, a big de
Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, recently shared his thoughts on President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10%. He suggested testing this idea in Vermont and Massachusetts. He brought this up at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Dimon believes that a natio
Syria's government has taken control of large areas in the north and east of the country. These areas were once held by Kurdish forces. This change happened quickly. It brings almost all of Syria back under the control of the central government in Damascus. The Syrian government and the Kurdish-led
In 2026, the Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society (ACS) will shine a spotlight on some of the brightest minds in rubber science and technology. These awards, known as the Science & Technology Awards, are considered the highest honors in the industry. The winners will be celebrated at a s
Winter can be tough on your mood and energy. Many people feel down when the days get shorter. This is more than just feeling a bit sad. It’s a real condition called seasonal affective disorder (SAD). The good news is, there are ways to fight it. Bright light therapy is the most common treatment. It
At a recent gathering in Switzerland, the U. S. President, Donald Trump, took a moment to criticize Mark Carney, the Canadian prime minister. Carney had just given a powerful speech about changes in global politics. Trump's response? He told Canada to be grateful to the U. S. Carney's speech was al
