Getting ready for hurricane season? Three must-have apps are here to help. Windy is fantastic for checking wind speeds and storm surges worldwide with its detailed forecasts and customizable maps. The free FEMA app keeps you in the loop with real-time alerts about emergencies near you, along with in
Are you planning to have a baby through in vitro fertilization (IVF)? You might want to know about a recent study from Scandinavia. Researchers there found that babies born using assisted reproductive technologies, like IVF, had a higher risk of serious heart defects. The study looked at over 7 mill
The IRS has finally released their long-awaited tax reporting guidelines for digital assets. This means crypto investors need to get ready, as changes are coming soon. Starting in 2026, brokers will have to report gross proceeds from sales made in 2025 using a new form called 1099-DA. A year later,
This week, the spotlight is on Dallas as voters prepare to weigh in on several charter amendments. The editorial board has been busy, offering their take on these proposed changes. Meanwhile, local cartoonists have been having a field day, with plenty of opinion pieces to inspire their work. The bi
Back in July, things got tougher for Donald Trump when Kamala Harris became the likely Democratic nominee for 2024. A poll from the University of North Florida showed Trump ahead, but only by a slim margin. Fast forward to September, a new poll revealed Trump's lead was even thinner—just one point o
A new law in Louisiana is about to change how two important medications, mifepristone and misoprostol, are handled. Starting Tuesday, these drugs will be treated like controlled substances. That means they'll be locked away and harder to get quickly, even in emergencies. Experts worry this could del
A century after a terrible event, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has begun looking into the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This tragedy happened in the vibrant Black community of Greenwood, Tulsa, Oklahoma. White mobs attacked the area, destroying numerous Black-owned businesses, churches, homes, a
After over a century, the U.S. Department of Justice has decided to launch its first federal probe into the devastating 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This tragic event wiped out a thriving Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a grim legacy of loss and destruction. Assistant Attorney Genera
Starting in 2026, the Treasury Department in the U.S. will make it mandatory for crypto exchanges like Coinbase to disclose the details of user transactions to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This move is aimed at reducing tax evasion through cryptocurrencies. Think of it like a report card that
The U.S. government has decided to invest $72 million to prepare bird flu vaccines, ensuring they are ready if needed. This investment, made by the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), is a precautionary measure. The money will go to CSL Seqirus, Sanofi, and GSK. These pharmaceutical compani
