Next year, seniors and other Social Security beneficiaries will see a small boost in their monthly checks. The increase is 2. 8%, which works out to about $56 more per month for the average person. This change is meant to help with rising costs, but it might not be enough. Health care costs eat up
Europe's farmers are having a better time planting winter grains this year. The weather has been kinder than in the past two years. This could mean more stable grain areas, even though prices are low. The early part of October was dry. This let farmers plant a lot before the wetter weather came. Th
MEXC, a major player in the cryptocurrency exchange world, is stepping into the spotlight at Blockchain Life 2025 in Dubai. This event, happening on October 28-29, is a big deal for MEXC. It's their chance to show why they're a go-to platform for traders who want to get in on new crypto projects ear
In the world of art theft, something unexpected has happened. Thieves have started stealing items that they can actually sell. This is a big change from the usual trend of stealing famous paintings that are nearly impossible to sell. Recently, thieves stole royal jewelry worth around $100 million fr
In the heart of Chicago, a unique trend is taking shape. Horror and gothic-themed shops and cafes are popping up, offering a haven for fans of the macabre. These places are not just for Halloween; they are a year-round destination for those who love the dark and eerie. One such place is Jackalope C
China is making a big move. They want to rely less on foreign tech and boost their own economy. This is all part of their five-year plan. They're not backing down from the trade war with the U. S. Instead, they're doubling down on their goals. The plan is all about becoming more self-sufficient. Ch
The South China Sea has become a hotspot for tense encounters between the U. S. and China. In 2023, a Chinese fighter jet flew too close to a U. S. reconnaissance plane. This wasn't the first time. Earlier that year, another Chinese jet came dangerously close to a U. S. military aircraft. These risk
JPL, the famous space lab in Southern California, is going through a tough time. It's had to let go of many workers because of money problems. This is not the first time JPL has faced this kind of trouble, but it might be the hardest yet. The lab has a long history of doing amazing things in space.
A comet named 3I/ATLAS has caught the attention of scientists worldwide. This space rock, as big as Manhattan, is acting strangely. It's doing things that comets usually don't do. For example, it has an anti-tail. That means it's shooting particles towards the sun instead of away from it. Also, it's
The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) is stepping into a bigger role. They will now lead the charge for biotech crop technology. This shift happened because the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) decided to focus solely on health and biopharmaceuticals. A committee made up of BIO memb
