Meet Marc Rowan, a big name in the world of finance. This 62-year-old private equity billionaire is one of the leading candidates to become Donald Trump’s Treasury secretary. He’s got some pretty impressive backers, including Trump insiders and Wall Street bigwigs who think he’s just the guy for the
In a major trial, former media tycoon Jimmy Lai has denied working with foreign powers, as he defends himself against serious charges. Lai, a strong advocate for democracy, faces life in prison if convicted. He's accused of influencing foreign policy and publishing seditious material through his med
Linda McMahon, the co-chair of Donald Trump's presidential transition team and wife of WWE co-founder Vince McMahon, might become the next secretary of the U. S. Department of Education. This is the same agency that Trump has promised to dismantle. Initially, McMahon was considered for the secretary
Water quality is a big deal in Bihar, India, where many people rely on groundwater for drinking. The state has a lot of issues with arsenic, iron, and fluoride in its water. The government has been trying to fix this by installing remediation units. But are these units going in the right places? Let
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Howard Lutnick, a billionaire and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, to be the next commerce secretary. This important role involves overseeing the implementation of Trump's plans to impose and enforce tariffs. Lutnick, who has been a key figure in Trump’s transition t
Food insecurity is a big issue for many college students. Researchers are curious if a single question can effectively spot food insecurity. This study took a closer look at whether one simple question could be enough to identify food insecurity among college students. Researchers wanted to see if
Ever wondered who's behind Trump's choice for commerce secretary? Meet Howard Lutnick, a influential businessman with a remarkable past. He's the head of Cantor Fitzgerald, a major investment bank, and he's linked to Trump through their times on "The Apprentice. " If picked, Lutnick would lead the C
The recent presidential election has sparked debate about the future of criminal justice reform. Some say voters have rejected these changes, pointing to defeats like Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón's loss. But this isn't the full story. Across the U. S. , many prosecutors are still push
More than 40 of Hong Kong’s prominent democracy advocates have been sentenced to prison in the city’s largest ever national security trial. This includes well-known figures like Joshua Wong, who led pro-democracy protests and shouted “I love Hong Kong” before his sentence. The sentences range from 5
In the world of politics and finance, two big names are duking it out for a top spot in Donald Trump's administration. Howard Lutnick and Scott Bessent are both vying to become the next Treasury secretary, and things are heating up. Some Wall Street folks are saying Lutnick isn't experienced enough
