A huge ad deal just got the okay from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), but there's a catch. The FTC, currently all Republican, said yes to Omnicom buying Interpublic Group for $13. 5 billion. But they added a rule: Omnicom can't steer ads away from platforms based on political views. This means O
New Yorkers are gearing up for a major political event. On Tuesday, they'll vote in primaries for key city roles. The spotlight is on the Democratic race for mayor. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is back, trying to make a comeback. He's up against a strong field, including State Assemblyman Zohran Mam
Markets had a strange day after the US attacked Iran. People thought stocks would drop and oil prices would shoot up. But that didn't happen for long. At first, overnight trading showed the usual reaction to bad news. Stocks fell, and oil prices went up. But then things changed. By morning, stocks
In Seattle, a special event brought together two well-known figures: William Shatner, the actor famous for playing Captain Kirk in Star Trek, and Neil deGrasse Tyson, a well-known astrophysicist. They shared a stage to discuss the universe, their lives, and more. The event, called "The Universe Is A
California's Democrats and healthcare experts are up in arms about a new Republican plan. They say it could slash Medicaid funding, leaving millions without care. This isn't just about numbers. It's about real people, real lives, and real consequences. At the center of the storm is a bill nicknamed
In the New York City mayoral race, things are heating up. Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old assemblyman, is giving Andrew Cuomo, the 67-year-old former governor, a run for his money. A recent poll shows they're neck and neck, with Mamdani even pulling ahead when considering ranked-choice voting. Ranked
Tensions in the Middle East are heating up, and Iran is considering a bold move that could shake up the global economy. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway between Oman, the United Arab Emirates, and Iran, is a critical route for oil and gas shipments. About 20 million barrels of oil and a signi
Big health insurers are taking steps to make it easier for people to get the care they need. UnitedHealthcare, CVS Health's Aetna, and many others are working to cut down on the hassle of prior authorization. This is the process where insurers need to approve medical care, prescriptions, or services
The upcoming Nato summit in the Netherlands is shaping up to be a tense affair, with big decisions on defense spending and global security hanging in the balance. US President Donald Trump, known for his tough talk on Nato members' contributions, is expected to attend, despite previous strains in US
The battle against epilepsy is a lifelong one. People with this condition often need to take medication to manage their seizures. Unfortunately, the cost of these drugs has been going up over time. This is where Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company comes in. They have come up with a way to make these m
