Floods can be really scary and messy. After the water goes down, it's important to be careful when cleaning up. The health department in Snohomish County has some good advice to keep everyone safe. First, don't go back into your home until officials say it's okay. Look for any damage to the buildin
Visa, the big name in payments, is making a move into the crypto space. They're letting US banks use a type of digital money called USDC to settle transactions. This USDC is built on something called the Solana blockchain. Two banks, Cross River Bank and Lead Bank, are already on board to try out th
Ford has decided to stop making the all-electric version of its popular F-150 truck. This move shows that the company is rethinking its plans for electric vehicles (EVs). The F-150 Lightning was supposed to be a big deal, but Ford now wants to focus on other things. Why did Ford change its mind? Ma
Ford has decided to change its plans for electric vehicles (EVs). The company is now focusing more on hybrids and energy storage. This change comes after Ford faced big losses in its EV business. The company's EV division, Ford Model e, lost over $12 billion in the last two years. EV sales also drop
In the heart of the Nevada desert, a massive, highly secured area has been quietly working on some of the most critical scientific and security tasks for the U. S. for the past 75 years. This place, known as the Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS), is not just about nuclear tests anymore. It's a h
Lithium's price is climbing again, but it's not just electric cars driving this change. Energy storage is becoming a big deal. The cost of lithium has gone up by nearly half from its lowest point this year. It's still way below the crazy highs of 2022, but the trend is clear: lithium is making a com
In Philadelphia, a grandmother named Addie Dempsey had to scrub the blood of her grandson from the sidewalk after he was shot. This wasn't a one-time thing. Many families in her neighborhood have faced the same grim task, cleaning up after violence with no help or resources. This situation caught t
Car enthusiasts often dream of owning a few special vehicles, but for some, the dream extends far beyond a modest collection. These individuals have turned their passion into reality, amassing impressive fleets that rival museums. From actors to boxers, chefs to royalty, these collectors come from d
Oracle's stock has taken a nosedive, dropping 45% from its peak in September. This week alone, it lost 14% of its value after a disappointing earnings report. The company spent a whopping $12 billion on capital expenditures last quarter, way more than the $8. 25 billion analysts expected. To make ma
Geoffroy's cat, a small wild feline from South America, has a forepaw built for both running and climbing. This makes it a bit of a mystery. Scientists wanted to understand how its muscles work and how they compare to other cats and similar animals. They studied three adult Geoffroy's cats. They ca
