In a surprising move, the House of Representatives took a big step toward extending health insurance subsidies that expired last month. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act, help about 22 million people afford their health insurance. The vote was close, with 221 in favor and 205 against
Blockchain is not just about cryptocurrencies anymore. Big banks like Lloyds are using this technology to make their services better. While many people talk about Bitcoin and other digital currencies, Lloyds is doing something different. They are using blockchain to make banking faster and more effi
In a significant move for space exploration, two NASA astronauts are set to venture outside the International Space Station (ISS) this Thursday. Mike Fincke, a seasoned spacewalker, and Zena Cardman, making her first spacewalk, will take on this mission. Their primary goal is to prepare the 2A power
Tiger Woods, the golf legend, recently celebrated his 50th birthday. But this wasn't just any birthday party. It was a big deal, with a special theme and a star-studded guest list. The event took place at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida, on January 14. It was called "RED: Celebrating Legacy pres
A new player has entered the Mexican pet wellness scene, aiming to shake up how pet owners care for their furry friends. Rooted Owl, a brand focused on natural and science-backed pet supplements, has started selling its products in 100 Petco stores across Mexico. This move is part of their plan to g
In the middle of Paris, there's a giant from another world. It's a sequoia, a type of tree that usually calls California home. This one lives in the Parc des Buttes Chaumont, a park that used to be a dump but was turned into a green paradise. The sequoia is over 100 feet tall. That's as tall as a 1
In Yemen, a rift has emerged among those fighting against the Houthi rebels. The Southern Transitional Council (STC), backed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has removed its leader, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, accusing him of treason. This move comes after al-Zubaidi refused to join talks in Saudi Arabia
Winter weather struck Central Massachusetts hard overnight. Freezing rain left roads slick and dangerous. Because of this, several school districts decided to start classes two hours late on Wednesday, January 7th. Worcester was one of the districts affected, along with Shrewsbury, Leicester, Fitchb
Lewiston, a city in Idaho, is currently facing a transportation challenge. The city lacks direct flights to other parts of the state, making business travel and tourism more difficult. This situation is not new. In the past, two small airlines, Empire and Horizon, used to operate from Lewiston. They
In the world of medicine, doctors often use special treatments to help patients. One such treatment is called therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It's like a swap, where some of the liquid part of the blood, called plasma, is taken out and replaced with a different kind of plasma. This can help with
