In the United States, the number of infections caused by "nightmare bacteria" has been rising. These bacteria are tough to treat because they have a special gene called NDM. This gene makes them resistant to most antibiotics. Only two medicines can fight these infections, and they are expensive and
Liz Rosenberg has swapped lesson plans for news stories, bringing her teaching background to her new role as an education reporter. Her journey began in the classroom, where she taught English for years, sparking meaningful discussions about literature, history, and identity. She found that books li
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency just got a big thumbs up for its money reports. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada gave them the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting. This award is a big deal. It shows that the agency
Dave & Buster's Entertainment is a place where people go to eat, drink, and play games. It's like a big arcade combined with a restaurant. Recently, some financial experts have been talking about the company's stock. One group, Truist Financial, lowered their prediction for the stock's value from $2
Cracker Barrel, the beloved American diner chain, has been through a rollercoaster ride lately. It all started when they tried to give their brand a makeover. The new logo and planned restaurant remodels didn't go down well with customers. People took to social media to express their displeasure, ca
The U. S. Department of Energy recently released a lengthy report on the effects of greenhouse gas emissions. The report, however, has been heavily criticized for its questionable approach to climate science. The energy secretary, Chris Wright, claimed that the media misrepresents climate science an
Chicago's city council members are pushing for a full look at a costly report on potential city savings. The report, created by Ernst & Young, cost taxpayers over $3 million. Aldermen want to see all the findings, but the mayor's team says they'll only share the final recommendations. At a recent b
The world is seeing a big change in how young people's weight is distributed. More school-aged kids and teens are obese than underweight now. This is a huge deal because it shows how food environments are getting worse. Experts looked at data from 2000 to 2022. They found that about 188 million kid
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has taken back a report that said even small amounts of alcohol can cause cancer and other health problems. This has started a big discussion among experts, groups that support certain causes, and companies that make alcohol. The report was sup
Big investors have been busy buying and selling shares of Science Applications International Co. , a company that provides tech services. MetLife Investment Management LLC reduced its stake by 2. 8% in the first quarter. They now own 27, 141 shares, worth about $3. 05 million. Other investors made
