A big fund of $1. 776 billion sounds like a way to fix wrongs done by the IRS. The idea is simple: if people feel the tax agency treated them unfairly, they can get money back. Many Americans already distrust the IRS. Stories about unfair audits, slow delays, and even past scandals like targeting co
Across New York, nearly 500 small business owners are raising alarms about a new tech trend that could drain their resources. They’ve joined forces to call for a three-year pause on building giant AI data centers, worried these facilities will hike up electricity costs, strain water supplies, and ta
Los Angeles voters are seeing a very unusual race for mayor this year. One candidate stands out not just for his fame, but for how he’s shaking up the usual rules. Spencer Pratt, better known from reality TV, has climbed surprisingly high in the polls, overtaking even the sitting mayor and a promine
Israel’s military tech companies are racing to stop a growing danger from drones. These cheap, explosive-laden flying machines have become a favorite of Hezbollah, the armed group based in Lebanon. Since April, these drones have targeted Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, making them hard to detect
Health experts now face a key decision: should next year’s COVID vaccines focus on the newest virus strains? U. S. regulatory advisors meet Thursday to vote on whether to switch from the current LP. 8. 1 target to newer variants like XFG, which now dominates new infections. This isn’t just about sci
Anne Kepner is running to replace Aisha Wahab in California’s Senate District 10, and her campaign is built around three big problems: housing is too expensive, good jobs are hard to find, and healthcare costs too much for aging residents. She’s not just talking about these issues; she’s worked on t
In the forests of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, steep ridges and thick mist often hide mountain gorillas from human eyes. Scientists used to rely on camera traps and ranger patrols to track these endangered animals, but rugged terrain and security risks in the border area made this difficult. No
The leader of the world's largest Christian community has raised a loud alarm about artificial intelligence, arguing that unchecked AI could chip away at what makes humans unique. In a 40, 000-word document—the longest statement the faith has made about technology—he warns that AI isn’t just a tool,
The Army just got its hands on the first batch of updated Javelin missile launchers, a move the military says will help soldiers spot targets faster and carry less gear. Built by two big defense companies, these new launchers shrink the old model’s size by 30% and trim weight by 25%, making them eas
When life gets hard, our brains figure out ways to handle it. For years, scientists have watched how tough situations change the way people think. Most studies just check how fast folks answer questions or if their answers are right or wrong. Those numbers tell part of the story, but they don’t show
