You might think that a 24/7 breakfast chain like Waffle House wouldn’t have much to do with serious storm tracking. But think again! In the South, when a big storm hits, the status of your local Waffle House can tell you a lot. If it’s open, even with a limited menu, it’s a good sign the storm isn’t
Melinda French Gates, a well-known philanthropist, has just announced a big plan to help women. She's starting a new fund called "Action for Women’s Health" with $250 million. This fund is part of her larger goal to support women's rights with $1 billion. The idea is to help women's health issues th
Vice President Kamala Harris is making waves with her latest media tour, appearing on three national shows in one day. With the election just a month away, Harris is using this time to introduce herself to voters who haven’t yet made up their minds. Her appearances on "The View," with Howard Stern,
It was a busy Monday night as President Joe Biden talked with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis about planning for Hurricane Milton. This comes after reports that Governor DeSantis hadn't answered calls from the president or Vice President Kamala Harris about Hurricane Helene's aftermath. The White Hous
Storm season is here, and Florida is on high alert. A huge hurricane, named Milton, is headed straight for the state’s west coast. It’s currently a Category 4 storm, packing wind speeds of 155 miles per hour. Authorities are warning that a direct hit could bring towering storm surges, turning anythi
FTX has officially received the green light from a bankruptcy court to start repaying its customers. The plan, approved on Monday, is set to use up to $16.5 billion in assets that the company managed to recover after its collapse. The court praised FTX for handling the complex bankruptcy process eff
You might be surprised to know who's in the running to replace the current head of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Dan Gallagher, who works at Robinhood, is said to be a top pick if Donald Trump wins the presidency. Gallagher was once an SEC commissioner himself. Some people close to t
It's game week six, and the football action in central Minnesota is heating up! Let's dive into some key matchups happening this Friday. First up, Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm takes on Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets on the road. The Storm has a record of 3 wins and 2 losses, with their last game resulting
Getting ready for hurricane season? Three must-have apps are here to help. Windy is fantastic for checking wind speeds and storm surges worldwide with its detailed forecasts and customizable maps. The free FEMA app keeps you in the loop with real-time alerts about emergencies near you, along with in
Are you planning to have a baby through in vitro fertilization (IVF)? You might want to know about a recent study from Scandinavia. Researchers there found that babies born using assisted reproductive technologies, like IVF, had a higher risk of serious heart defects. The study looked at over 7 mill
