Winter's arrival in New York brings more than just snow and ice—it also brings a surge in flu cases. This year, the numbers are alarming, with over 32, 000 cases reported by the end of November. That's a big jump from last year's 10, 902 cases during the same period. But why does the flu seem to lov
The ocean is a big, mysterious place, and we rely on buoys and sensors to help us understand it better. These tools give us important information for fishing, shipping, and even predicting hurricanes. But right now, these buoys are in trouble because they aren't getting the money they need to keep w
A significant cold front is heading our way, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures. This change is expected to start on Sunday morning, with clouds and a few showers in the forecast. As the day progresses, the rain will likely clear out by lunchtime, but the real story is the cold air that will foll
The U. S. Treasury is stepping up its game to keep an eye on money services businesses. This move comes after a big fraud case in Minnesota, where COVID relief funds meant for school kids' meals went missing. Over 77 people, many from the Somali community, are facing charges for this scam. The Trea
True Religion, a brand known for its high-end jeans, faced tough times after its former president, Michael Buckley, stepped down in 2010. The company struggled to keep up with the growing trend of online shopping and filed for bankruptcy not once, but twice—in 2017 and 2020. Buckley returned to the
Pinterest's annual trend forecast, Pinterest Predicts, is out, and it's giving us a glimpse into what's hot for 2026. The report is based on search data from the platform, using machine learning and analytics tools to track and present stats. It's like a crystal ball, showing us what Gen X, Millenni
Bitcoin mining is at a crossroads. The network is more secure than ever, but miners are struggling. Their rewards are smaller, and costs are higher. In 2021, investors saw similar issues with certain Bitcoin-related investments. Those investments relied on market conditions that couldn't last. When
NATO relies heavily on space assets for its missions and defense. These assets provide crucial data for operations and deterrence. However, there's a big problem: cybersecurity gaps in the supply chain that supports these space assets. The supply chain is mostly unregulated. This makes it easy for
Russia is concerned about new military alliances forming in Asia. Sergei Shoigu, who used to be Russia's defense minister and is now the head of Russia's Security Council, recently visited Vietnam. He spoke to reporters about his concerns. He said that small groups similar to NATO are starting to fo
Jupiter, the giant of our solar system, had a wild encounter back in 1994. A comet named SL9 broke apart and smacked into the planet. Scientists wanted to understand what happened, so they created a model to study the aftermath. First, they used a special computer program called ZEUS-3D. This progr
