The White House is getting a major facelift, and it's not just about adding a new ballroom. The East Wing, which has stood since 1902, is being torn down and rebuilt. This part of the White House includes the first lady's office and many other workspaces. The demolition has already started, and it's
Netflix recently faced a surprising financial setback due to a tax issue in Brazil. The company had to pay a huge $619 million in taxes. This unexpected expense lowered Netflix's profit margin for the quarter. The stock price dropped by more than 6% as a result. This tax, known as CIDE, is unique t
In a heated exchange, the U. S. and Venezuela are at odds over recent military actions. The U. S. has launched strikes on boats suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean, resulting in at least 27 deaths. President Trump claims these actions are necessary to combat what he calls a "narcoterroris
Gene Simmons, the famous rocker from Kiss, recently shared his thoughts on some Jewish celebrities in Hollywood. He thinks they are spreading harmful ideas about Israel without understanding the situation. Simmons, who was born in Haifa, Israel, spoke in Hebrew and English to make his point clear.
A nonprofit group in Hampden County is preparing for a tough situation. They help people pay for heating fuel in the winter. But now, the federal government is shut down. This could delay their usual start date. The group, Valley Opportunity Council, has a backup plan. They know the government shut
Sam Rivers, the bassist for Limp Bizkit, passed away recently. The exact cause of his death is still a mystery, but it's known that he was in serious trouble before he died. Emergency services were called to his home because he wasn't responding and was in cardiac arrest. He had some health problem
Nate Diaz, the famous fighter from Stockton, has been a big name in combat sports for over two decades. His journey started with a win that he would later repeat, showing off his signature move. This move, a triangle choke, became his trademark. Diaz didn't just fight in the UFC. He also competed i
In the U. S. , selling stuff for cannabis use is tricky. Federal laws make it hard to promote these products openly. But some companies, like PAX Labs, have found clever ways to market their cannabis vaporizers without breaking the rules. PAX Labs makes devices that vaporize cannabis. They can't di
Brazil's government is in a bit of a pickle. They need to figure out how to fill a hole in their 2026 budget. This happened because a plan to raise more money didn't get approved in time. The Finance Minister, Fernando Haddad, said they'd make a decision by Tuesday afternoon. The plan was pretty st
Schizophrenia is a tough mental health condition that makes it hard for people to think clearly. It's not just about hallucinations or delusions; it also messes with memory and learning. Scientists have been studying this for years, focusing on certain brain chemicals like dopamine and glutamate. Bu
