In Myanmar, the death toll from a recent earthquake has risen to over 1, 000 people. The quake, measuring 7. 7 on the Richter scale, hit near the country's second-largest city. The military-led government reported that 1, 002 people have died, with 2, 376 injured and 30 missing. The numbers could st
The Democratic Party is currently in a state of flux, with no clear leader emerging after the 2024 election losses. This has opened the door for progressive figures like Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to step into the spotlight. Sanders, once seen as an outsider w
Loa loa, a parasitic worm, has long been seen as relatively harmless. However, for those with high levels of microfilariae in their blood, taking ivermectin can lead to serious problems. These issues can range from mild to severe, with encephalopathy being a major concern. The current thinking is th
The Baltimore Ravens have just made a big move to keep their head coach, John Harbaugh, around for a while longer. The team announced they have signed him to a three-year extension. This is a big deal because Harbaugh has been with the Ravens since 2008 and has led them to some serious success. H
The Rio Grande Valley in South Texas faced a deluge. A massive downpour hit the region, dumping over a year's worth of rain in just two days. This led to severe flooding, with cars left stranded and people needing rescue. The heavy rain caused three deaths in Hidalgo County, and many people were tra
Stefon Diggs has officially joined the New England Patriots on a three-year contract worth $69 million. This move comes after the veteran wide receiver considered a few other options but ultimately chose to sign with the Patriots. Diggs' decision was influenced by his impressive track record and his
The safety of filmmakers is under the spotlight after a disturbing event. A group of prominent actors have publicly criticized the Academy's response to the alleged assault and arrest of Hamdan Ballal. This is the Palestinian filmmaker who, along with others, won an Oscar for co-directing "No Othe
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) dodged a bullet recently. A federal judge stepped in to stop the Trump administration from shutting it down. The judge, Amy Berman Jackson, issued a temporary order to keep the agency running while the court decides if the shutdown is legal. The CFPB
The Smithsonian Institution, a large network of museums and research centers, is in the spotlight. The Trump Administration has set its sights on changing what is taught and displayed there. President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday. This order aims to remove what the administration call
The Trump administration has taken a bold step by asking the Supreme Court to allow the use of an old wartime law. This law would let them deport Venezuelans without giving them a fair chance to defend themselves. This move comes after a lower court temporarily stopped these deportations. The admin
