The state of California has ruled that a New England–based salad‑dressing maker must pay income tax, even though the company claims it only sells its products in the state. The decision comes from the California Office of Tax Appeals, which said the firm’s activities in the state go beyond simple sa
The state is asking parents in several counties to give their babies the measles shot earlier than usual because new cases are rising fast. The virus can cause serious brain damage, hearing loss, and even death. This problem is happening while more parents are choosing not to vaccinate their child
Health experts in the United States have voiced strong opposition to a new strategy that would treat Americans exposed to Ebola outside of the country. The plan proposes sending patients from Kenya or European Union nations for quarantine and treatment, instead of bringing them back home. A gr
The story starts with a man who loved movies. He made small films that got people talking. Then he released a space adventure in 1977 that everyone watched. That film became the biggest hit of its time. The studio that made the film was not sure it would work. They were scared to spend too much mon
Some rich investors ask a simple question when their foundation receives a grant request: Can the market already fix this problem? If not, they think charity can step in. Bill Ackman, for example, focuses on science that still needs breakthroughs, like his MIND prize for brain‑disease research. He a
Billam‑Smith is a cruiserweight who enjoys the drama that comes before a bout. When he steps on the scale, the nervous stares from his opponent do not unsettle him; they give him a burst of excitement. The weigh‑in is more than a number check for many boxers. It is a stage where promoters and bro
The Democratic Republic of Congo has decided to reopen the Bunia airport, a key transport hub in an area that has suffered heavily from the latest Ebola outbreak. This move comes after a period when flights were suspended, leaving many residents worried about getting essential supplies. The governm
The National Weather Service is now sending storm alerts to 69 million people in a variety of languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Samoan. This shift comes after researchers used artificial intelligence to speed up translations of forecast messages. In the past, bilingual fore
Stephen King, the famed author of books that have become movies, recently posted a strong endorsement for Jordan Harper’s new crime‑thriller. He called the book a “barn‑burner” and compared its intensity to Thomas Harris’s classic, The Silence of the Lambs. King urged readers who enjoy suspense and
A Saturday morning event in North Royalton will gather local people and businesses to support the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. The free gathering, happening from 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. on June 20, takes place at Enzo’s Salon, located at 12791 State Road. The organizers aim to create a fun atmosphere fo
