The Trump administration has struck deals with drug companies to lower Medicare prices for 15 medications. These deals are part of a program that started under President Biden. The goal is to save money for both taxpayers and seniors. However, the actual savings for individuals will vary based on their specific Medicare plans and prescription costs. The drugs involv...
Jakarta, Indonesia's bustling capital, has taken the top spot as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. This change comes not just from a sudden population explosion, but from a new way of counting urban populations. The report, released on November 18, estimates Jakarta's population at around 42 million people. That's a lot! To...
A Georgia judge recently threw out the last criminal case against former President Trump related to the 2020 election. This decision means that Trump won't face criminal charges for trying to overturn the election results. Trump has had three criminal cases dropped since he was re-elected last year. Some of his close friends, like his old lawyer Rudolph Giuliani and...
Joan Branson, the wife of well-known entrepreneur Richard Branson, has passed away at the age of 80. Her death was announced by her husband on social media, but details about the cause and timing were not provided. Joan was more than just a spouse to Richard. She played a significant role in shaping his business decisions and personal life. Richard often spoke about...
Robert Irwin, a 21-year-old conservationist, made history by winning "Dancing with the Stars" season 34 alongside his dance partner, Witney Carson. Despite a painful rib injury, Irwin and Carson managed to secure the Mirrorball trophy, beating out other talented finalist pairs like Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy, Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach, Jordan Chiles and ...
The latest film in the Knives Out series takes a different turn. It's not as lighthearted as the last one. This time, it's more serious and thought-provoking. The story is set in a cold, windy, and overcast New York. But even in the darkness, there's always a light. The film is inspired by old mystery stories. It's about a detective named Benoit Blanc. He's investig...
The big question on everyone's mind is: Where will Lane Kiffin coach next? The guessing game is almost over, but no one knows for sure. Will he stay at Ole Miss, or will he head to LSU or Florida? Maybe he'll announce his decision in a flashy way, like setting off fireworks or tweeting it out. Who knows? A lot of people who know a lot about college football were ask...
Mars is full of surprises. The Perseverance rover, which has been exploring the red planet since 2021, recently made an unexpected discovery. Its microphone picked up signs of small lightning strikes caused by dust devils. These tiny electrical arcs, just a few centimeters long, were accompanied by audible shockwaves. This finding is a big deal because it provides di...
In India, partner violence is a serious problem. Nearly 3 out of 10 married women between 18 and 49 have faced physical or sexual abuse from their spouses. What's concerning is that this violence often begins early in the marriage. On average, it starts around 3. 3 years after tying the knot. Interestingly, sexual violence tends to begin even earlier than physical vi...
Pennsylvania is making a big deal out of HBO's crime drama "Task. " The state just gave the show a huge tax credit of $49. 8 million. This is the biggest tax credit Pennsylvania has ever given to a single production. The show's star, Mark Ruffalo, will be back for the second season. This investment is expected to create around 3, 700 jobs. HBO plans to spend $194. 1...