President Trump wants a new ballroom in the White House. The room would cost about $400 million and cover 90, 000 square feet. Two days after a judge said the project cannot go ahead without Congress, Washington’s planning commission will vote on it Thursday. The National Capital Planning Commissi
These beads are made by linking a plant‑derived polymer, carboxymethyl cellulose, with a strong metal‑binding molecule called ethylenediamine tetra(methylene phosphonic acid). The result is a spherical material that can soak up lead and cadmium from water far better than many existing powders. In te
Many people think a big TV means a huge bill. A new sale from a major retailer is cutting prices on screens 75 inches and larger by up to half. That means you can get a massive picture for less than the usual cost, and if you’ve been dreaming of a home theater, now is the moment to act. People love
"Delaware’s summer line‑up gets a boost when the Wilmington Blue Rocks hit the field. The team plays in the South Atlantic League, a high‑A level that sits just three steps below the majors. Fans can spot future stars—like Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones, who once stepped onto this field before mo
AMC’s stock climbed sharply on Wednesday, and the main reason is that its newest film, “Project Hail Mary, ” opened with a record‑breaking weekend. The movie pulled in the biggest crowd AMC has seen this year, and the earnings from ticket sales were more than 70 percent higher than last year’s best
The study looks at how asthma caused by workplace chemicals and dust can break a worker’s career. It gathered data from many research papers to see how often people with this kind of asthma end up losing jobs, taking extended sick leave, becoming disabled, or retiring early. Results show that a siz
In Alaska, people have long asked oil companies to share more of the money they make. Each time a new bill is introduced, the same argument pops up: “If we tax you, you’ll leave. ” The companies say this and the politicians often listen. The claim is simple and scary. If taxes rise, oil firms wil
In the United Kingdom, people who look after horses are starting to see a new helper: artificial intelligence. Instead of waiting for a vet’s diagnosis, some owners can now use apps that analyse video footage or sensor data to spot problems early. This shift has sparked a mix of excitement and
The U. S. Postal Service is planning a big change that could let people ship handguns in the mail, following new legal advice from the Department of Justice. The proposed rule will appear in the Federal Register on Thursday and aims to update mailing rules so they match the Justice Department’s guid
Women depend on programs like Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act to stay healthy. Recent changes by the Trump administration threaten that safety net. The new law slashes Medicaid funding, which could cost over ten million people their insurance. It also forces many rural hospitals and cl
