Metallica, known for their heavy metal music, is now supporting welding programs nationwide through their foundation All Within My Hands. Front Range Community College (FRCC) in Colorado received a $100,000 grant from Metallica Scholars. This funding has greatly benefited FRCC's welding program and
The tech industry has been hit hard by layoffs recently, with August seeing a whopping 193% increase in job cuts compared to July. This brings the total number of tech jobs lost this year to over 536,000—a staggering figure that's putting many workers on edge and raising fears about an impending rec
The 2024 election is heating up, and both major party candidates seem to be making some interesting, and perhaps unexpected, moves. Vice President Kamala Harris recently announced her support for fracking, a practice often opposed by environmental activists. This comes as a surprise to some, consi
Wall Street had a rollercoaster Thursday, with tech stocks soaring while data on the job market painted a more mixed picture. The Nasdaq, home to giants like Tesla and Nvidia, saw a healthy boost, pushing higher by nearly 0.5%. But the broader S&P 500 and the blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average
The US is flexing its tech muscle with new export controls targeting advanced technologies like quantum computing, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and even fancy 3D printing for metal parts. Think of it like this: the US is saying, 'Hey, world, these super-powered technologies are too precio
A brand-new state-funded reproductive health clinic is taking shape in southern New Mexico, promising to be a beacon of hope for those seeking abortion services in a rapidly changing landscape. But this isn't just about New Mexico. The clinic is being built with $10 million in state funds, a clear
August's jobs report painted a mixed picture of the US economy, with some sectors booming while others struggled. Leisure and hospitality and healthcare and social assistance led the way, adding over 40,000 jobs each. But what does this tell us about the overall health of the economy? If these sec
California lawmakers are in a heated debate over whether employers should be allowed to force workers to attend meetings discussing unionization. Senate Bill 399 aims to ban these so-called 'captive audience' meetings, where bosses present their views on unions. But is this really about protecting
In the wake of Roe v. Wade's overturning, the abortion debate has taken on a new dimension in American politics. The once-clear lines between pro-life and pro-choice camps have begun to blur as the issue takes center stage in elections across the country. The Republican Party, long seen as the bas
As the presidential race heats up, so too does the battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives. With Joe Biden out of the running, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are trying to paint each other as the incumbent in a bid to win over swing voters who may be looking for change after ne
