The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is supposed to keep an eye on campaign money, but right now, it's not doing much watching. The reason? It doesn't have enough people to make decisions. The FEC needs at least four members to function properly, but lately, it's been running with just two. This is
On Mars, scientists have found something unusual. The Perseverance rover, exploring Jezero Crater, discovered a strange rock called Cheyava Falls. This rock has tiny black spots and unique patterns. Scientists are excited because these spots contain carbon, iron, phosphorus, and sulfur. These elemen
People often wonder if women and men feel the same pressure to focus on their looks. A big study looked at 78 research projects with over 74, 000 people from 16 different countries. The results showed that women still feel this pressure more than men. This gap was bigger when using certain types of
In North Carolina, the ongoing federal government shutdown has led to a tough situation for state workers. Around 200 employees are now on unpaid leave, a move that the Office of State Human Resources says is a last resort. The shutdown, which started last Wednesday, is causing ripples across the st
Google has been busy updating its smart home features, and there's a lot to unpack. The new Google Home app is already out there, and it's got some cool new tricks. For starters, it's got three tabs at the bottom, making it easier to navigate. If you're on version 4. 0, you're good to go. The Ask H
Donald Trump has done a complete 180 on Project 2025, a plan he once distanced himself from. Now, he's using the government shutdown to push its goals, like cutting federal jobs and targeting Democratic states. This plan, created by his allies, includes some extreme ideas, like banning pornography a
Sweden's leader, Ulf Kristersson, recently spoke up about drones and the EU. He thinks the EU should make it easier for countries to buy drones. But he also believes each country should handle its own drone defenses, not the EU as a whole. This comes after a big meeting in Copenhagen. Leaders from
Harvard University is making a big change. They are cutting back on their doctoral programs. This is not a total stop, but a significant slowdown. The university says they are facing money troubles. Other schools are also feeling the pinch. Boston University, for example, paused some graduate progra
Sean Combs, a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, recently expressed deep remorse and a desire for change in a heartfelt letter to the judge overseeing his case. Combs, who is set to be sentenced for transportation-related charges, acknowledged his past mistakes and the pain he caused o
Berkshire Hathaway is making waves with a $9. 7 billion acquisition of OxyChem, a chemical division of Occidental Petroleum. This deal might be one of the last big moves by Warren Buffett, the legendary dealmaker who has been at the helm for decades. Buffett's involvement in this deal is notable, e
