The U. S. Army is facing a sky full of new threats. Drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles are becoming smarter and more dangerous. The old ways of defending against these threats are not enough anymore. The Army needs to adapt and modernize its air defense systems to keep up with the changing battlefield. One of the biggest challenges is the speed and comp...
The Howard County Board of Education is reconsidering its decision to delay renovations at Oakland Mills High School. This shift comes after strong advocacy from the school community and a board member's change of heart. The board had initially voted to postpone the renovations, but now, there's a push to reprioritize them. The window to include these projects in th...
Taylor Swift has become a prime target for online scammers using AI technology. Her face and voice are frequently cloned to trick fans into sharing personal information or money. This issue is widespread, with one in ten Americans falling victim to such scams, losing an average of $525. The problem isn't just about money. It's also about trust. Scammers use Swift's ...
Crypto prices have been falling hard since October. The total value of all cryptocurrencies has dropped by over $1 trillion. This is a big deal because it shows how volatile the crypto market can be. Bitcoin, the most well-known cryptocurrency, has been hit especially hard. It's now worth about 30% less than it was in October. This drop has pulled down other cryptoc...
A heated debate is unfolding in Chicago over a proposed tax on online sports betting. The city's Mayor, Brandon Johnson, is pushing for a 10. 25% amusement tax on online sports bets. However, this idea is facing strong opposition. Thirty Illinois House Democrats have written a letter to the City Council, urging them to reject Mayor Johnson's plan. The Democrats argu...
After the wild swings of October, crypto markets seem to have calmed down. But don't let that fool you. Underneath, things are looking pretty shaky. Bitcoin and ether, the big players, have seen a big drop in liquidity. This means there's less money ready to buy or sell at any given time. That makes the market more sensitive to big moves. It's like a seesaw with les...
Violence in Gaza has surged again, with 33 people losing their lives in recent Israeli airstrikes. This escalation marks some of the deadliest attacks since the ceasefire began in October. The strikes targeted Khan Younis and Gaza City, claiming the lives of many civilians, including women and children. The conflict reignited after Israel reported that its soldiers ...
Global trade is going through a big change. Experts say this is not just a short-term thing. It's here to stay. The way goods move around the world is getting a makeover. This is due to a mix of tech advances and political risks. Companies are now focusing more on local areas. This is a shift from the old way of doing things. The boss of a big delivery company said ...
Vena, a standout in the tech world, has made it to the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list. This list celebrates the fastest-growing companies in North America across various sectors, including technology, media, and life sciences. What makes Vena special? It's the only AI-powered planning platform designed specifically for the Microsoft ecosystem. This means it ...
People with HIV and severe liver damage face a significant risk of liver cancer even after successfully treating hepatitis C with direct-acting antivirals (DAAs). This finding highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring for liver cancer in these patients. The study focused on individuals with HIV who had advanced liver fibrosis or cirrhosis. These conditions mak...