The U. S. government shutdown is taking a heavy toll on the economy. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has revealed that the shutdown is costing the country around $7 billion each month. This loss won't be recovered even after the government resumes operations. The CBO shared these findings in
Jan Ravnik, a newcomer to Dancing with the Stars, is bidding farewell to his first season. He and his dance partner, Jen Affleck, were eliminated after a strong performance to Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do. " However, their journey wasn't all smooth sailing. Former pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy
Health insurance prices are going up, and it's not good news for many people. The government recently showed the new prices for health plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 30 states. On average, prices are increasing by about 30% in states where the federal government manages the plans, and
The White House has recently removed six members from the U. S. Commission of Fine Arts. This group usually gives advice on the design of federal buildings, monuments, and even coins. The commission has been around for over a century, since 1910. It has had a hand in shaping important landmarks like
The US government shutdown is causing real problems for workers like Jack Criss, an air traffic controller who's been on the job for 16 years. He's taking leave because of the stress and uncertainty, and he's not alone. Many federal workers are turning to gig jobs like DoorDash to make ends meet. Th
Fasting has been a part of many religions for centuries. In the Christian Orthodox Church, fasting is a big deal. It involves avoiding certain foods for specific periods. But does this practice actually help people maintain a healthy weight? A recent study in Northern Greece tried to find out. The
In Russia, a group of young street musicians called Stoptime has become a symbol of resistance. They played a song that the government doesn't like, and now they're facing consequences. The song, "Swan Lake Cooperative" by Noize MC, is banned in Russia. It doesn't mention President Vladimir Putin or
Mississippi is getting a major business makeover. Three big groups are joining forces to create the Mississippi Business Alliance. This new team wants to be the go-to voice for businesses in the state. John McKay is stepping up as the leader, with Derek Easley right beside him. But that's not all.
In a recent gathering in Saudi Arabia, Kirill Dmitriev, a key figure in the Russian government and CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, shared his thoughts on the Ukraine conflict. He expressed optimism, stating that peace could be achieved within a year. This prediction came after his discuss
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
