The Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue decided to grant a grocery store chain some relief on its sales and use tax. The case was brought through a petition for review, asking the board to reconsider a refund claim for a specific period. The dispute covered several kinds of purchases and se
In the 1950s, a surprising event made people think about their bodies. President Dwight Eisenhower had a heart attack while playing golf in Denver. The nation was shocked because he seemed strong and young. A health official compared the news to learning about Pearl Harbor, showing how serious it wa
A fresh look at how modern gadgets might be hurting our bodies and what old Hebrew ideas could help. The main idea is that doctors often treat only the symptoms, not what really causes illness. It points out that Wi‑Fi, 5G and other smart devices send invisible waves that can upset the body’s
The NBA is seriously considering adding two new teams, with Seattle and Las Vegas leading the race. This news follows a recent vote by team owners to explore expansion opportunities. But how did Seattle get this far? Back in 2014, a Boston Celtics owner pushed for an NBA team in the city. Though not
El Cerrito’s old library, built 76 years ago, can’t keep up with modern needs. The city has tried before: a $30‑million bond in 2016 fell short of the two‑thirds vote required. Now Measure C sits on the ballot and only needs a simple majority to pass because of a petition‑driven process. The new bu
A new study looked at how people who smoke weed remember a crime video. The researchers used a special interview called the Sketch‑Cognitive Interview (Sketch‑CI). This method helps witnesses rebuild the scene in their mind. They wanted to see if being high when watching the video or when answering
Some stars have chosen to stay single, saying that being alone is their best fit. They share this path openly, proving that choosing no romantic or sexual partners can feel right for many. The first name on the list is Lenny Kravitz, who has often spoken about finding peace when he is by himse
A city council member has a habit of blaming outsiders for problems. The latest plan is called an “empty homes tax. ” It aims to make owners of unused houses pay extra money. The city faces a shortage of affordable homes and wants more revenue. The tax would hit people who own houses but ra
In a recent experiment, medical image specialists were tested on their ability to spot fake X‑ray pictures created by artificial intelligence. The study used 264 images, split evenly between real scans and computer‑made ones. Participants came from twelve hospitals in six countries and ranged from f
Cravin uses a crypto trick called provably fair verification to make mystery boxes feel safe. The system locks in what will be inside a box before you open it by using a cryptographic hash. After the reveal, you can check that the result matches the lock, proving no cheating happened. Instead of le
