The Federal Reserve is thinking about making it easier for big banks to hold onto certain types of investments. This change could free up around $223 billion for some of the largest financial institutions in the country. The rule in question, known as the enhanced supplementary leverage ratio, was
The Midwest is facing a serious heat crisis. People are flocking to water spots to cool down, but this comes with risks. Drownings have been reported at lakes and rivers. In Chicago, the fire department got 90 calls over the weekend alone. Authorities are warning everyone to be careful around water.
In Gaza, a heated debate is happening about how aid is being delivered. The U. N. agency helping Palestinian refugees, led by Philippe Lazzarini, has strong words for a new aid group backed by the U. S. and Israel. Lazzarini calls it a "death trap, " saying it's causing more harm than good. People
Southeast Michigan is dealing with a mix of extreme heat and severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service has issued alerts for several counties, warning of strong winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. The region is under a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms, especially on Tuesday af
Extreme hunger, or hyperphagia, is a big problem for people with rare brain conditions affecting the melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) pathway. This pathway is like a traffic cop in the brain, helping to control how much energy the body uses. When it's not working right, people can feel hungry all the
In small towns across China, wastewater treatment plants are having a tough time. These plants use special ponds called ecological combination ponds (ECPs) to clean water. But when the water coming in changes a lot, it's hard to adjust the settings. This leads to too much air being pumped in and too
In Rwanda, there's a big problem. Many young people can't read or write. This makes it hard for them to get the health help they need. There are special places called Youth Friendly Health Services (YFHS). They are supposed to help young people with their health questions. But not many people have s
Google has finally pushed out a new Android 14 update for the Chromecast with Google TV. This comes after some hiccups earlier in the year when the initial rollout was delayed and then pulled due to issues. The update is now available for both devices that already had the initial Android 14 patch an
Apple's macOS Tahoe Beta 2 is out, and it's packed with small but noticeable updates. Let's dive in and see what's new. First up, the Finder app icon got a makeover. In the first beta, the colors were swapped, which didn't sit well with many users. Apple listened and fixed it in the second beta. Th
The East Coast is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to levels not seen in over a decade. This intense heat is caused by a heat dome, a weather phenomenon where high pressure traps hot air in a region. The effects of this heatwave are far-reaching and severe. In St.
