Authorities have reported a measles case in Beaufort County. The infected person is an adult whose vaccination status remains unclear, and there’s no evidence they had measles before. The health department is still trying to figure out where they caught it. This isn’t the first measles case in South
A deadly storm system tore through the Midwest this week, leaving behind a trail of downed power lines, crumbled buildings, and one fatality. In Des Moines, Iowa, a 54-year-old man lost his life when a tree collapsed on him at a park shelter. Meanwhile, Illinois faced its own crisis as a tornado dam
Tech giant DXC is betting big on artificial intelligence, teaming up with AI specialist Anthropic to upgrade how industries like banking and insurance handle their daily work. Instead of just offering generic AI tools, the company plans to train thousands of its engineers to build specialized AI sol
Two major ride-hailing platforms are using the courts to challenge a fresh set of local rules in New York City. The new law, scheduled to start at the end of July, would make it harder for companies to remove drivers from their apps unless they can prove a clear financial need or misconduct. That fo
At a big tech fair in Amsterdam last month, three big money companies showed off a new kind of digital helper. Instead of just answering questions, this helper actually paid for concert tickets after picking the best one within a set price and date. The shopper only had to say yes – everything else
Dave Eggers isn’t just another writer who’s made it big. He’s someone who turned personal struggles into stories that caught the world’s attention. Back in 2000, his book about losing his parents young became a major hit, putting him on the map. Now, he’s warning people about a different kind of los
A fresh hire is shaking up the independent film scene in Hollywood. A Los Angeles-based company known for backing unique projects has just brought on a seasoned film expert to boost its creative team. This new executive isn’t just another name on a roster—he’s got years of hands-on experience shapin
In today’s world, computers are changing how banks and companies keep track of money. Instead of taking away every job, the machines are moving people to new tasks that need human insight and judgment. People who used to fill out spreadsheets can now help decide which projects are worth the money
San Francisco is set to see a sudden heat surge, with Thursday’s temperature climbing to 82 degrees—over two dozen degrees above the usual average. Coastal towns will stay mild, but valleys may hit 90s and higher places could reach near triple digits. The weather pattern that separates the coast fro
Bitcoin slipped below $60, 000 for the first time this year, drawing close to its realized price—the average cost of all holders—which sits near $53, 600. Analysts see this as a classic sign that the market might be finding its low point. However, the drop in price is not matched by a rise in buy
