U. S. firms borrowed over 14% more money in February than they did a year ago to buy new equipment. The jump comes from a sharp rise in borrowing through independent lenders and financiers. A trade group that watches the $1 trillion equipment‑finance market released the data after surveying 25
Palo Alto Networks shares jumped after the company’s chief executive, Nikesh Arora, bought more than sixty‑eight thousand shares—his first purchase in over four years. The move was reported in an SEC filing and is worth roughly ten million dollars, a signal that investors are feeling optimistic abou
A small survey of 123 church leaders in Wales looked at how confident they feel about bouncing back from stress and whether that confidence protects them against getting burnt out. Researchers used a short questionnaire to gauge resilience, then checked the leaders’ energy levels and job satisfactio
A couple from Jasper, Arkansas, took 17 people hostage on a bus in July 1982. They held guns and a bag that looked like it had dynamite, but investigators later discovered the sticks were painted red. The Haiglers wanted to spotlight their religion and believed that ending their lives would bring th
Health care often feels like a race, with bills and schedules taking center stage. Yet many doctors, nurses and patients still search for deeper meaning when illness strikes. In recent years the focus on profit has pushed away the gentle, caring side of medicine. A fresh look at faith and pasto
The modern world has turned staying healthy into a fashionable statement, especially for those who can pay the high price of wellness. In places like Los Angeles, pricey health devices and retreats are sold as lifestyle upgrades, turning medicine into a public display of wealth. This trend is fuel
The south side of the city is getting a fresh mix of stores and restaurants. A popular fashion retailer just opened its first Reno outlet, taking over a former loft spot and drawing many visitors on opening day. A jewelry boutique that sells watches, bags and sunglasses will also open soon, mo
Adults who have learning difficulties often face big problems when it comes to joining new medical studies that try to match treatments to a person’s genes and lifestyle. These studies could help everyone, especially those who normally get less fair care. But the rules about whether a person w
A large crowd gathered in Newark to protest the policies of President Donald Trump. The demonstration started near a Lincoln statue on Springfield Avenue and moved up Broad Street, where participants held signs that said “Impeach Trump, ” “Health Care For All, ” and “Tax The Rich. ” The event was or
Many people with long‑term pain, like fibromyalgia, struggle to start or keep using digital health tools. Studies show that up to fifty percent of patients either never download the app their doctor recommends or stop using it early. Because these apps can help track symptoms and improve treatment,
