Fast-casual restaurants are in a bit of a pickle. People are spending less, and that means fewer customers walking through the doors. To fight this, many chains are turning to loyalty programs. These programs, which offer discounts and special perks, have become a key tool for keeping customers enga
Flash floods are sneaky and deadly. They can happen fast, giving people little time to react. In Texas, a recent flash flood killed at least 27 people and left many more missing, including over 20 girls at a summer camp. The water rose quickly, trapping people in their homes and cars. Flash floods
In Greece, wildfires have been a major concern recently. On the island of Crete, a large fire near the town of Ierapetra forced 5, 000 people to evacuate. Firefighters and helicopters worked hard to control the blaze, and by Friday morning, there was no active fire front. The fire damaged some trees
Health officials in Macomb County have found West Nile Virus in mosquitoes, marking the first time this summer. No one has gotten sick yet, but they want everyone to be careful. West Nile Virus can make people sick, but not everyone gets symptoms. Some might feel achy, have a fever, or headache. Ot
Playing sports is fun and good for you. It keeps your body fit and your mind alert. But even if you feel fine, your body might not be ready for tough workouts. Your heart could have issues, or you might hurt your muscles or bones. To stay safe, a quick health check before starting intense sports is
The B. C. Interior is bracing for a round of severe thunderstorms. This alert covers a wide area, including places like 100 Mile House, Quesnel, and Prince George. The warning was issued early in the day, around 10:40 a. m. on July 2. These storms could bring more than just rain. Expect strong wind
In Gaza, a tragic day unfolded with Israeli forces responsible for the deaths of at least 74 people. The violence began with an airstrike on a popular seaside cafe, Al-Baqa Cafe, in Gaza City. The cafe, one of the few still open during the ongoing conflict, was packed with women and children. Witnes
Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates after October 14, 2025. This is a big deal for businesses still using the old OS. Many are slow to upgrade, especially in healthcare and finance. These industries often have outdated hardware that can't run Windows 11. In the Americas, only 43% of b
In the early hours, a drone attack on Odesa left two people dead and at least 17 hurt. The victims included a married couple, and three children were among the injured. The drone hit a residential building, causing significant damage and trapping residents inside. Meanwhile, Ukraine launched a coun
The US Treasury has made a request to Congress to eliminate a specific part of Donald Trump's budget plan. This part, known as Section 899, was meant to impose extra taxes on investments from certain countries. The Treasury believes this rule is no longer necessary because of a recent agreement with
