The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the average person is less than 1%. That's a big difference! The trials t...
Pfizer's decision to offload its remaining shares in BioNTech (BNTX) has raised eyebrows. This move hints at a lack of faith in BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine and its stock potential. BioNTech, once a profit powerhouse, is now facing significant losses. Its shares, though not cheap, reflect a company struggling to find solid ground. BioNTech's star product, the COVID-1...
A recent poll by Pew Research Center revealed that a significant number of Latinos in the U. S. feel their lives have taken a turn for the worse under President Donald Trump. The survey, conducted over a two-week period, found that 68% of Latinos believe their situation has deteriorated over the past year. This is a notable shift, as it marks the first time in nearly...
Claire Rothman, a woman who shattered glass ceilings in the male-dominated sports and entertainment industry, has passed away at the age of 97. Her death, confirmed by family members, was due to complications from a fall. Rothman was not just a trailblazer but a force of nature, leaving an indelible mark on the Los Angeles Lakers' "Showtime" era and the music scene. ...
The creator of "The Acolyte, " Leslye Headland, has stirred up controversy by accusing "Star Wars" fans of being racist and sexist. She claims these fans are partly responsible for the show's quick cancellation. Headland didn't hold back, saying she knows exactly who's talking about her show and how it's being received online. She even mentioned supporting some of th...
Meredith Mickelson is making waves in the entertainment industry. She's not just a model anymore. She's acting in big projects. This includes TV shows and movies. Her fans are growing fast. She has over 3. 5 million followers online. Mickelson started young. She was just 14 when she began modeling. She worked with famous magazines. These include Vogue in different c...
Winna has been named the Best Crypto Casino by Signals CV, a big deal in the world of digital gaming. This isn't just any award; it shows that Winna is not only growing fast but also setting new standards for online casinos. Players love the variety of games it offers, which is a big reason why it got this award. Crypto casinos are becoming more popular, and Winna i...
A pharmacy owner in New Jersey recently admitted to a massive fraud scheme. He tricked the Medicare system out of $2. 5 million by billing for a drug he never gave to patients. This drug, Dificid, is used to treat diarrhea. It's expensive, costing around $4, 500 per prescription. The owner, Nestor E. Jaime, ran a pharmacy called Fabio’s Pharmacy. He submitted fake c...
Dylan Efron is making waves on "Dancing with the Stars" Season 34. He and his dance partner, Daniella Karagach, are among the five finalists competing for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. The duo is set to perform three challenging routines in the finale: a Judges’ Choice dance, an Instant Dance, and a Freestyle. Their Judges’ Choice will be a Paso Doble to "Stampe...
A former news anchor, Stephanie Hockridge, has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for her part in a massive pandemic loan scam. This scam involved siphoning over $63 million from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a government initiative aimed at helping small businesses during the pandemic. Hockridge, who once worked for Phoenix’s ABC15, will now serve her t...