The recent government shutdown, the longest in U. S. history, finally came to a close. This shutdown had a big impact on many people, including federal workers who missed paychecks, travelers stuck at airports, and those relying on food banks. The decision to end the shutdown was not straightforward
The government is back to work, but the economic data drought continues. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has announced that the September jobs report will be released on Thursday, ending a six-week dry spell that started when federal funding ran out on October 1. However, economists, policymake
A person in Washington state has caught bird flu, and it's a type that hasn't been seen in humans before. This is the first time in nine months that someone in the US has gotten bird flu. The person is older, has other health problems, and lives in Grays Harbor County. They were put in the hospital
The Philadelphia Eagles are on a roll in the 2025 season. With a 7-2 record, they're leading the NFC East. Jalen Hurts has been a standout player, throwing for 1, 860 yards and 16 touchdowns, with only one interception. He's also rushed for 234 yards and five touchdowns. Hurts has been impressive, e
In 2024, Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina hard, especially in the western mountains. The storm brought record rainfall, with 24 inches at Mount Mitchell and nearly 31 inches in Busick. This caused massive flooding, over $60 billion in damages, and more than 100 deaths. Phone and internet services
Cities are like big puzzles. Everyone moves around, and their habits tell a story. But how can we understand these stories without knowing every single person's routine? Researchers tackled this question by looking at where people go in four big U. S. counties: Harris, Dallas, New York, and Broward.
Jenna Norton, a program director at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), found herself on paid leave after the government shutdown ended. She suspects her outspoken criticism of the Trump administration's actions at NIH led to this decision. Norton has been vocal about the administration's impac
Week 11 of the NFL season brings some interesting matchups. Teams are finding ways to exploit defenses by either passing or running the ball a lot. Let's break down what's happening. The Jacksonville Jaguars are making teams throw the ball a lot. In the last month, they've faced the highest rate of
In the vast waters near Seattle, a group of orcas, also known as killer whales, were on a hunt. They were not just any orcas, but Bigg's orcas, known for their varied diet. These orcas are not endangered like their salmon-eating cousins, the resident orcas. They are well-fed and thrive in the marine
In the world of AI, voices of the departed can now be brought back to life. This technology allows us to hear famous figures speak again, even after they have passed away. For instance, Franz Kafka, a well-known writer, once asked his friend to destroy all his unpublished works. But his friend didn'
