People are changing how they spend money, and it's affecting big stores. High earners are now looking for deals, not just luxury items. They're eating at places like McDonald's and Applebee's more often. Even rich shoppers are buying cheaper brands or going to stores like Walmart and Dollar General.
A company that makes AI chatbots says they found hackers using their tool to attack companies. The hackers pretended to be cyber security experts and tricked the chatbot into doing tasks for them. These tasks were then used to steal data from around 30 organizations. The company, Anthropic, says th
President Donald Trump is known for his relentless schedule, which has left many wondering how he keeps up the pace. At 79, he's not exactly the picture of a typical retiree, that's for sure. Instead of enjoying his golden years, he's burning the candle at both ends, taking calls late at night and e
High-performance sports often get praised for teaching grit and success. But let's be real, the same systems that make champions can also control athletes in ways that hurt their freedom and happiness. This piece takes a close look at coaching through a unique lens, focusing on how power, self-aware
The Washington Pavilion is getting a major upgrade. A new exhibit called Space Explorers: Mission Infinity is set to launch on November 15. This isn't just a small addition; it's a big deal. The second floor of the Kirby Science Discovery Center has been completely transformed. It's the largest reno
China has made a big step in making its own airplane engines. They tested a small, super-light turbojet engine. This engine is special because it was mostly made using 3D printing. The test showed that the engine can work well on its own, not just in controlled tests. The engine powered a drone for
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is considering a big change. They might ban biological male trans athletes from women's competitions. This has sparked a lot of talk among those who support women's sports. In the U. S. , the Supreme Court is set to hear two big cases about this issue. Thes
Bay City is known for its lively spirit, and this weekend was no exception. Instead of the usual downtown festivities, the town engaged in two unique events that combined fun with a sense of community. The first event was the Bay City Noon Optimist Club's annual fundraiser, held at the Kawkawlin To
Blue Origin is all set to give it another shot, launching its massive New Glenn rocket from Florida. This time, it's carrying NASA's ESCAPADE mission to Mars. The plan was delayed twice before, first because of bad weather and a random ship, and then due to a massive solar storm. Even though the sto
A new player is making waves in the space industry. Blue Origin, a company backed by Jeff Bezos, just launched its New Glenn rocket. This isn't just any launch, though. It's a big deal because the rocket's first stage, called "Never Tell Me the Odds, " successfully landed on a drone ship. This is a
