Maine's government has a long-standing problem that few people discuss openly. Over the past few years, the state legislature has shifted from working together to pushing through decisions with minimal input from opposing views. This shift started when the budget process became controlled by a singl
Carson Benge started this season hot in the outfield, but his bat had been quiet until now. The 23-year-old Mets rookie finally showed his full potential this week—first with two jaw-dropping catches in a row, then with power at the plate. On Monday, he made a diving grab in center field before knoc
Two years after filming wrapped on the romantic movie “It Ends With Us, ” Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have quietly ended their courtroom clash. The surprise settlement avoids a high-profile trial that was set for mid-May and could have had both actors taking the stand. During the dispute, Lively
Every year, the U. S. sets aside a week to recognize the millions of small businesses that keep the economy moving. This time around, one Utah company stood out among the honorees. Beacon Commercial Door and Lock, a Salt Lake City business run by third-generation owner Chad Riches, was singled out f
Many women dealing with conditions like PCOS or endometriosis feel ignored or misunderstood by doctors. Since traditional healthcare often fails them, these women turn to online spaces like Reddit for advice. These forums act as support networks, but they aren’t always designed well. Most of them ju
Reuters recently earned a Pulitzer Prize for uncovering how Meta’s platforms—Facebook and Instagram—profited from risky AI chatbots and shady ads. Their investigation relied on leaked internal documents and clever undercover methods, like creating fake user profiles to test the platforms’ hidden fea
Social media feeds are full of images showing toned bodies and perfect gym routines. These posts claim to motivate people to eat better and stay active. But research suggests they might do the opposite for many users. A review of over 26 studies found these "fitspiration" posts often lead to unheal
Many health apps now use artificial intelligence to give advice or detect problems. But in places like South Asia, people often don’t understand how the AI makes its decisions. When users can’t follow the logic behind a suggestion, they’re less likely to trust it—even if the app is trying to help. D
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called on China to take a more active diplomatic role in persuading Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping. The strait is a critical route for oil exports, and tensions there could disrupt energy supplies worldwide. Bessent argues that since
The U. S. is getting ready for its 250th birthday, and that’s bringing up tough questions. Who really built this country? Who will shape the next century? The conversations usually focus on famous figures from the past, but today’s business leaders matter just as much. For 25 years, an award has bee
