NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD) has launched the Bridge Program to tackle a big issue: under-represented minorities in STEM fields. This initiative aims to offer financial aid and programmatic support to boost diversity and inclusion. But how well is it working? A workshop was held to gather insights from a diverse group of people. The Early Career Perspect...
This year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade made a big splash on TV. It got more viewers than ever before on NBC and Peacock, with 34. 3 million people tuning in. That’s a big jump from last year, with 2. 5 million more people watching. The parade started at 8:30 a. m. ET on NBC and pulled in 25. 4 million viewers. That’s the most people watching an entertainment sho...
In a recent incident, Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) engaged in a firefight with members of al-Jama'a al-Islamiyya, a Sunni terrorist group, in southern Syria. This group is linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, which has been a growing concern for Israel and its allies. The confrontation took place near Beit Jann, about 10 kilometers inside Syria. IDF troops were on a mi...
In a surprising turn of events, U. S. President Donald Trump had a phone conversation with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last week. This chat happened just before Maduro was labeled as a key figure in a group the U. S. sees as a terrorist organization. The talk included Secretary of State Marco Rubio and touched on the idea of a future meeting between Trump and...
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) managed to get its trading platforms back online, but not before causing a stir in global financial markets. The outage, which lasted several hours, affected trading in Asia and Europe before the U. S. markets could react. The main trading platform, Globex, finally came back online at 8:30 a. m. New York time, just in time to wra...
Michael Burry, the investor who made a name for himself by predicting the housing market crash, has started a new group chat on Substack. It's been a whirlwind since he invited his paid subscribers to join in. Burry recently switched gears from managing a hedge fund to running a Substack called "Cassandra Unchained. " In just a few days, he's gathered over 97, 000 s...
In 1987, Eleven and Will are back with their friends, but trouble is far from over. The town of Hawkins is under military lockdown because the real world and the Upside Down have merged. The military, led by Dr. Kay, is also after Eleven. The gang is on a mission to stop Vecna, but things get worse when Holly Wheeler disappears and Karen Wheeler is badly hurt by a De...
A major change is coming to Pittsburgh’s North Side. Next week, a $740 million project will start turning an old, empty parking lot into a lively entertainment area. The ceremony kicks off at 1 p. m. on Monday and will last until 3 p. m. at 929 Beaver Ave. in the Chateau neighborhood. The project, called Esplanade, will bring a lot of new things to the area. Think a...
Justin Britt, a former NFL lineman, made a bold choice that changed his life. He decided to prioritize his mental health over his football career. This decision led him to discover the power of therapy and long-distance running. His journey from football to marathon running is a testament to the strength found in pausing and realigning one's life. Britt's story begi...
In the current political climate, undocumented immigrants face numerous challenges. Two groups are stepping up to provide crucial support. One of these groups is the Immigrant Defenders Law Center. They help immigrants navigate the complex legal system. Many immigrants, especially children, are not entitled to legal counsel. This group fills that gap. Lindsay Toczyl...