The Senate Agriculture Committee has decided to postpone the review of a crucial crypto bill until late January. They want to make sure they have enough backing before moving forward. Chairman John Boozman mentioned that they've made good progress but need more time to finalize details and secure wi
In October 2022, a routine hospital visit turned into a nightmare for a mother in Iowa. Her 3-year-old son, recovering from a tonsillectomy, was accidentally given an overdose of medication. The reason? A ransomware attack had crippled the hospital's computer systems, making it impossible for staff
Japan's finance chief, Satsuki Katayama, recently met with U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. They talked about the yen's recent drop in value. The yen hit a one-year low. Both leaders shared worries about this sudden fall. This meeting happened in Washington. It was during a bigger meeting ab
Cleft lip and palate (CL/P) is a common birth defect that affects many kids around the world. It can cause serious problems for the child and their family. But how do Muslim parents in Punjab, Pakistan, see this condition? A recent study tried to find out. The study talked to 21 parents of kids wit
Building a strong team is often overlooked, but it's crucial for a startup's success. Many startups fail because they focus too much on technology or marketing and not enough on the people behind the scenes. Over the past five years, a co-founder and his team have been working on a unique project c
Nigeria and the United States are working together to tackle security challenges. The US has sent important military supplies to Nigeria. This happened after the US attacked Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria last month. The US military's Africa Command (AFRICOM) said the supplies will hel
Jimmy Lai, the aging media tycoon and vocal critic of China, has reached the final stage of his high-profile trial in Hong Kong. The court recently concluded the mitigation phase, where defense lawyers argued for lighter sentences for Lai and eight other defendants, including former staffers of his
Virginia's political scene is heating up as the General Assembly gears up for a busy session. Starting this Wednesday, lawmakers will convene in Richmond for 60 days of debate and decision-making. This isn't just any session; it's the first time since 2020 that Democrats hold the reins in both the l
Erie is in for a cold and snowy weekend starting January 14. The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a hazardous weather outlook. Expect temperatures to drop into the single digits with wind chills below zero. Snow is likely to fall from January 14 through January 18. On January 14, sn
Big investors are eyeing Bitcoin-backed loans, but Fitch Ratings, a major credit rating agency, has a warning: these loans are risky business. Why? Because Bitcoin's price swings wildly, and that volatility can quickly turn these loans sour. Fitch pointed out that these loans are often backed by Bi
