Trump has been talking about giving Americans $2, 000 from tariffs. But experts say it's not that simple. Tariffs aren't bringing in as much money as Trump claims. The government has other plans for that money, like paying off debt or keeping tax cuts. Trump hasn't shared many details about who wou
The government shutdown messed up flights for many. Commercial airlines saw delays and cancellations. But private jets? They had a great month. More people flew private in October than in years. Over 245, 000 private jet trips happened. That's a big jump from last year. Florida, Texas, and Californ
Afghanistan's women are facing tough times. Since the Taliban took over in 2021, they've been banned from many jobs and schools. This isn't just a local issue. It affects everyone, everywhere. Afghan women are strong. They've been through a lot, but they keep going. Many used to be doctors, lawyers
President Donald Trump has suggested giving Americans $2, 000 checks using money from tariffs. This idea has sparked a lot of discussion among experts. Some worry it could make inflation worse, while others think it might help the economy. Inflation is already high. Adding more money into people's
Cadmium is a heavy metal that's been sneaking into our lives for a long time. It's not just naturally occurring; human activities like mining and manufacturing have made it way more common. This metal doesn't break down easily, so it sticks around and builds up in our bodies over time. One of the m
Hollywood's commercial production crews are facing a tough time. Work is drying up, and many are looking elsewhere for opportunities. Diane McArter, who runs Furlined, a company that produces ads for big names like Apple and Eli Lilly, is one of those affected. She's been traveling a lot lately, sho
Big things are happening in the tech world today. Let's dive in! First up, Yann LeCun, a top AI scientist at Meta, is planning to leave and start his own company. This is a big deal because LeCun is one of the pioneers of modern deep learning. His move could inspire other top researchers to do the
Portland's weather is set to be a mix of sun, clouds, and rain in the coming days. First, let's talk about Veterans Day. It's looking like a decent day for outdoor plans. The weather will be dry, and temperatures will be just a bit above average. Expect a partly sunny morning, but clouds will start
Elections are a big deal, and campaigns use lots of banners and posters to get their message out. But what happens to all that stuff after the votes are cast? It turns out, these campaign materials might be a sneaky source of microplastic pollution. Scientists gathered some campaign banners and a p
Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to step in and overturn a $5 million decision against him. This ruling came after a jury found him responsible for both sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. The incident in question happened in 1996, but the case only went to trial in 2023. C
