The federal government has just cleared a bill that will keep money flowing to small defense and aerospace companies in Southern California. The legislation, which extends the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through 2031, was approved
The fight with Iran has gone beyond missiles and bombs, turning into a battle of words and data that reaches every screen. In the first weeks, Washington imagined a quick win, but now it faces an opponent that will not back down easily. The real war is happening in the flow of information, whe
The Southernmost tip of our planet is getting a new job: listening to earthquakes. Scientists have set up very sensitive devices called seismometers at the South Pole, a place where noise from cities and weather is almost non‑existent. The first of these was installed by the US Geological Survey in
Lamborghini reported lower profits for 2025, even though it made a record amount of money. The drop comes from U. S. tariffs that hit sales and profit margins in its biggest market. Last year the company raised prices, but that did not fully cover the extra tariff costs. The operating margi
A wind storm hit western Carroll County on Monday, and a small tornado touched down. The National Weather Service said the twister was about 150 yards wide and reached speeds up to 80 mph. It earned an EF‑0 rating, the lowest on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. The tornado moved roughly 1. 6 miles from S
Spring can flip from sunny to stormy in minutes, so having a light, handy jacket is smart. REI’s current sale offers windbreakers from brands like Patagonia and Cotopaxi for as low as $20, cutting prices up to 65 percent. The promotion mixes lightweight shells, packable running jackets and versatile
A recent legal battle over who gets to use a women-only spa in Washington State has sparked heated debates about safety, privacy, and how far anti-discrimination laws should go. At the center of the dispute is Olympus Spa, a traditional Korean bathhouse that welcomes female customers—including teena
Fast food chains aren’t just selling tacos anymore. Taco Bell is now diving into skincare with a surprising new product: Baja Blast under-eye patches. These caffeine and citrus-infused stickers promise to "energize skin and deliver cooling hydration, " blending two worlds that don’t seem to mix. The
In the rugged Zagros Mountains, where Iraq meets Iran, life hasn’t changed much for some shepherds. They still climb the same hills their families have used for generations, even as wars rage around them. The mountains have seen decades of conflict—missiles, drones, and fighter jets scream overhead,
These days, skincare treatments are everywhere. One of the most talked-about options is broadband light, or BBL. It’s often confused with lasers but works differently. Instead of a single beam, it uses pulses of light to target spots, redness, or uneven tone. The process heats up damaged skin cells,
