The U. S. government shutdown is taking a heavy toll on the economy. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has revealed that the shutdown is costing the country around $7 billion each month. This loss won't be recovered even after the government resumes operations. The CBO shared these findings in
Health insurance prices are going up, and it's not good news for many people. The government recently showed the new prices for health plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 30 states. On average, prices are increasing by about 30% in states where the federal government manages the plans, and
In a surprising turn of events, two individuals have admitted some involvement in the recent Louvre jewel heist. This admission comes as a shock to many, given the museum's reputation for high security. The suspects, a 34-year-old Algerian man and a 39-year-old individual, were both arrested in the
Mice have a complex nerve system in their tummies. These nerves, called vagal nerves, have four branches that connect to important organs like the stomach, intestines, and liver. Scientists wanted to see how these nerves react to capsaicin, the stuff that makes food spicy. They did experiments on m
In the heart of Five Points South, a small restaurant is fighting an uphill battle. Slide Café, known for its sliders and wings, has faced a relentless wave of vandalism. The owners, Chef Raquel Ervin and Angel Lenzie, have had their windows smashed five times in less than two years. They've had eno
In Fayetteville, City Councilman Mario Benavente is known for his differing views on police and public safety. He recently raised concerns about the youth curfew and the disparity in traffic stops between Black and white drivers. During a recent council meeting, Police Chief Roberto Bryan Jr. prese
Oswego County is feeling the heat of the government shutdown. It's not just about politics; it's about real people and their daily struggles. The county already has a high poverty rate, and this shutdown is making things worse. It's putting essential services at risk, like food assistance, healthcar
The Trump administration has introduced a new policy that complicates health care access for male veterans diagnosed with breast cancer. This change, detailed in a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) memo, does not rely on new scientific findings but instead references a presidential order from Trum
In a small village, tensions rose as a group of about 100 people gathered to voice their concerns. They stood outside the Palatine Police Department, their messages clear: they were unhappy with a recent incident involving local law enforcement and federal immigration agents. The situation began on
A man involved in the tragic death of a 16-year-old boy in Philadelphia in 1994 has finally been deported. Bou Khathavong, who is not from the United States, was sent back to Laos on September 2. This happened after many years of legal battles. Khathavong was part of a group that beat Eddie Polec t
