The economic outlook for 2025 is causing some worry. The stock market is feeling the effects of recent tariff plans and government actions. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's latest GDP forecast shows a possible economic slowdown. The price of gold has gone up by nearly $300 since the start of
Sleep is a time when the brain is active and busy. Scientists have been studying how brains work during sleep. They have found that brains of boys and girls might work differently. But, there are many questions left unanswered. Researchers have been looking at brain activity during sleep. They are t
Latin America is facing a significant challenge in the fight against HIV. The number of new HIV infections has increased by 9% from 2010 to 2023. This is a worrying trend, but there are tools available to combat it. One of these tools is Pre-exposure Prophylaxis, or PrEP. PrEP is a biomedical in
Pocket Casts has made a big move. They've decided to make their web player free for everyone. This means anyone can stream podcasts, change playback speed, and manage their playlist queue without paying a dime. If you create an account, you can also keep track of your progress, manage your queue, bo
In recent hours, users of Chromecast (2nd gen) and Chromecast Audio devices have been facing a frustrating issue. They can't cast any audio or video content. This problem is widespread, affecting all users of these two models. The error message "Untrusted device" pops up in apps like YouTube, preven
In a recent development, a powerful figure in the White House has given billionaire Elon Musk the green light to make significant changes to federal health agencies. This move has sparked controversy and concern among some cabinet members. Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been
Southwest Airlines is making a significant change. Starting May 28, they will no longer offer free checked baggage. This shift affects everyone except those with certain perks. Members of the A-List loyalty program, holders of the airline's branded credit card, or those on business fares can still c
Power systems need to be tough. They have to handle all sorts of challenges, from weather to wear and tear. This is especially true for systems that rely on renewable energy sources like solar and wind. These systems use batteries and inverters to store and manage energy. But these components can be
The Education Department's Office for Civil Rights, traditionally focused on ensuring disability services in schools, has shifted gears under President Donald Trump. The office has paused thousands of ongoing cases to prioritize investigations aligned with the president’s political agenda. This shif
In a big move for the School District of Onalaska, the Board of Education has chosen Ben Barton to be the new superintendent. This decision came after a long and thorough search process. The process was led by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards. There were 12 strong candidates. The board mad
