In the heart of Hebei Province, nestled near China's bustling capital, Beijing, a significant change is underway. The government has taken a firm stance against coal use for home heating, aiming to clear the thick smog that has long choked the region's winters. This move is part of a broader effort
Prices at Walmart have been on a rollercoaster ride, affecting shoppers like Greg Reyes and his wife. They've had to cut back on treats like ice cream due to rising costs. The U. S. saw a 2. 7% increase in the cost of living last year, driven by factors like tariffs and extreme weather. These change
Microsoft has just introduced a set of AI tools designed to make retail tasks easier. These tools can handle everything from displaying products to marketing and even running the store. The goal? To make things run smoother and faster for both the stores and the customers. One of the coolest new fe
In the world of prediction markets, things can get pretty messy. With so many platforms out there, each one has its own data, prices, and liquidity. This makes it tough for users to compare outcomes and spot good deals. Enter Fors, a new player on the block, built on Solana. They've just launched th
Scott Adams, the creator behind the famous comic strip Dilbert, has passed away at the age of 68 after a long fight with prostate cancer. His ex-wife, Shelly Miles, shared the news on a livestream. At its peak, Dilbert was a daily read for 30-40 million people. It poked fun at office life and the we
Fernando Mendoza is making waves and catching the attention of NFL teams, especially the Las Vegas Raiders. His standout performances in the College Football Playoff have put him in the spotlight as a potential top draft pick. The Raiders, who hold the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, are in dire n
Cincinnati is thinking about giving money to the family of Ryan Hinton, an 18-year-old who was shot by police. He broke into a car, had a gun, and ran away when told to stop. His choices led to a bad end for him and the officer involved. Why should the city pay for his mistakes? Some people are ups
The Indian River Lagoon in Florida is facing a serious issue. Too many nutrients are flowing into the water. This is causing algae to grow out of control. The algae then die and decay, which makes the water more acidic. This is bad news for shellfish and other sea creatures. Scientists studied the
India's central bank is taking a wait-and-see approach. The governor, Sanjay Malhotra, recently shared that the country's interest rates are in a neutral zone. This means they're not too high or too low. The bank's next move will depend on how the economy grows and how prices change. In a chat with
In Michigan, a serious legal battle is unfolding. Four Black employees have taken their former boss, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and other top officials to court. They accuse the department of racial discrimination and creating a hostile work environment. This isn't just any lawsuit—it's a bi
