Rocket Companies, a big name in home loans, is facing tougher times because mortgage rates have jumped unexpectedly high. Analysts now say the company’s short-term outlook isn’t as strong as it once was, leading to a downgrade in its stock rating. Higher rates mean fewer people can afford new mortga
G7 leaders recently met in France to talk about a new way to share America’s most advanced AI tools with a small group of trusted countries and companies. These tools, like the ones made by Anthropic, were blocked for foreign users last week because U. S. officials worry they could be used for cyber
Karen grew up in South Bend with her parents and three older siblings. Their family budget never allowed trips to Disney World, but they did spend summers at Lake Michigan. The lake visits left a strong smell in the family’s memories, a scent that made Karen think of flowers instead. She no
Georgia Tech, a top public university known for its engineering excellence, will soon welcome new leadership. The change comes after seven years of stewardship by President Angel Cabrera, who has decided to take on a new role. Cabrera will head the Aspen Institute, a nonprofit based in Washington
Recent research looks at iron compounds that can act like natural antioxidants. Scientists tested a group of water‑soluble iron complexes built from 12‑membered rings. Each ring contains nitrogen atoms arranged in different patterns, giving the iron distinct properties. The study examined how
Gavin Newsom says the U. S. Justice Department is looking into him, claiming former President Donald Trump is picking his political enemies for a probe. In a video shared online, the California governor accused the Trump administration of also focusing on his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom. “If he can
Russia has struck more than 1, 700 sites that hold history and culture. A missile set the 11th‑century Dormition Cathedral on fire, a place that is part of UNESCO heritage and important to Russian Orthodox people. The Ukrainian church leader called the strike a crime against humanity, history
Research shows kids from poorer families often eat less healthy food than richer kids. This gap in diet can lead to health problems later in life. A big question is whether better access to grocery stores and fresh food makes a difference. Scientists tested this idea using cash gifts for low-income
Germany’s finance chief has floated two different ways to adjust income taxes, aiming to cut bills for most people while squeezing those at the very top. The smaller plan trims around €10 billion off what taxpayers owe, while the bigger one drops roughly twice that amount. To pay for it, officials m
Rainn Wilson, best known for his role in a popular TV show, recently pointed out a troubling trend in news reporting. He argues that media outlets often judge public figures differently based on their political views. Wilson believes that while some groups get a free pass for questionable actions, o
