On January 8, 2026, investors poured money into startups working on AI, healthcare, and other cutting-edge tech. The big winners included xAI, which raised a whopping $20 billion to build advanced AI systems, and Cyera, which got $400 million to help companies keep their AI secure. In the world of
Cooper Union, a well-known school in New York, has agreed to make changes to address antisemitism and other forms of harassment on its campus. This decision comes after a legal battle with ten Jewish students who claimed the school did not protect them during a protest. The students said they were
Astronomers have found a bunch of asteroids that are spinning super fast. One of them is really big and spins so quickly that it completes a full rotation in just about two minutes. This is a big deal because most asteroids are like loose piles of rocks. They are held together by gravity, not streng
Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall were set to clash in a heavyweight unification bout in 2025. But Jones backed out of a $30 million deal and retired, at least for a while. Now, he’s back and aiming for a return at the White House, where he might finally face Aspinall. Dominick Cruz, a former UFC bantamwe
Anchorage is thinking about using local money to support child care. Some people say this is a bad idea because of a fraud scandal in Minnesota. But is this a fair comparison? Minnesota's problem was with federal money. The money went through many hands before reaching the day cares. When fraud was
A sheriff from Florida has strong words about a recent incident in Minneapolis. Grady Judd, the sheriff of Polk County, shared his thoughts on a situation where an ICE agent shot and killed a woman. She allegedly used her car to attack the agent. Judd did not hold back. He said the mayor of Minneap
Investors who bought shares of agilon health, inc. (NYSE: AGL) between February 26, 2025, and August 4, 2025, might want to pay attention. A law firm is reaching out to these investors, suggesting they could be part of a class action lawsuit. The firm claims that during this time, the company made
The House of Representatives recently made a big move. They voted to extend health care subsidies for people who get insurance through the Affordable Care Act. This vote was a surprise because it wasn't what the Republican leaders wanted. A group of Republican lawmakers teamed up with Democrats to m
Flu cases are on the rise across the country, and Hampton Roads hospitals are taking action. Starting now, anyone showing flu-like symptoms must wear a mask when entering healthcare facilities. This rule applies to emergency rooms, doctor's offices, and urgent care clinics run by major hospital syst
Mom groups can be a great source of support, but sometimes they can turn toxic. A recent essay by Ashley Tisdale highlighted this issue, sparking conversations about the negative effects of such groups. Tisdale felt isolated and left out, even though she initially dismissed her feelings. This is not
