The federal government has decided to use backup funds to provide half of the usual food assistance benefits for November. This move comes as a result of the ongoing government shutdown, which has left the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) without its regular funding. The Department
What makes a job "better"? It's not just about the money. Sure, high pay, job security, and growth opportunities are important. But so are things like having control over your work, feeling like your job matters, and enjoying what you do. People who are reliable, easy to work with, and open to lear
Harvard University is facing a wave of student discontent. The reason? A recent internal report suggested that the school's grading system needs a major overhaul. The report, written by Dean of Undergraduate Education Amanda Claybaugh, pointed out that A grades have become way too common. In fact, 6
The Philadelphia Eagles have made a strategic move to boost their defense. They've agreed to swap a future draft pick for edge rusher Jaelan Phillips, who joins from the Miami Dolphins. This trade comes after the Eagles showed interest in Phillips over the weekend. It's notable that Phillips previou
AI chatbots are everywhere, and many young people use them daily. But are these tools safe for kids? One company, Character. AI, recently decided to block users under 18. This move was praised as a big step forward. However, for some families, it's too little, too late. A Texas mom, Mandi Furniss,
In the Premier League match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest, a controversial handball incident involving Amad Diallo left fans and experts questioning the referee's decision. The incident occurred during a corner kick in the 70th minute, when the ball struck Amad's arm instead of his
In a shocking turn of events, a peaceful train journey in Huntingdon, England, took a dark turn on Saturday evening. Multiple passengers were stabbed, sending the town into a state of alert. The British Transport Police (BTP) swiftly responded to the scene, confirming the grim details. Huntingdon st
Ever wonder how the brain handles signs and words at the same time? A recent study dug into this, focusing on how learning sign language affects the way we use spoken language. The experiment involved hearing people who don't usually use sign language. They were taught some signs from Catalan Sign L
In the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), there's a big issue called maximal extractable value (MEV). It's when miners or validators reorder transactions to make extra profits. This is a problem for everyone, especially big financial institutions, because they don't want to risk their trades bei
People are becoming more health-conscious, and with good reason. The demand for functional oils has skyrocketed, and woody oilseeds are stepping into the spotlight as a top contender for healthy, high-quality oils. But extracting oil from these woody wonders isn't as straightforward as it seems. Ent
