Florida is in for a wet and warm weekend. While other parts of the U. S. are dealing with freezing temperatures, Florida is expecting a mix of rain and warmer weather. The Panhandle is going to get the brunt of it. Heavy rain is expected from today through Saturday. There's even a chance of thunder
Bridgestone Americas is making a big difference in Akron, Nashville, and Cleveland. They have teamed up with United Way to tackle serious issues like hunger and homelessness. Since 2015, they have raised over $17 million for United Way in these cities. But Bridgestone didn't stop at fundraising. Th
Flex, an AI-driven financial services company, just secured $60 million in funding. This cash injection comes from a Series B round led by Portage Ventures. Now valued at about $500 million, Flex has raised a total of $105 million to date. So, who is Flex targeting? They're focusing on mid-sized bu
In a significant diplomatic move, the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda met in Washington to sign a peace agreement. This deal aims to bring an end to the long-standing conflict in eastern Congo and open up the region's valuable mineral resources to American interests. The meeti
Central New York is gearing up for another round of winter weather. A winter weather advisory is in place for several counties, including Onondaga, Madison, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis. The main culprit? Lake effect snow, which is expected to make its presence felt on Thursday. The National Weathe
China's navy and coast guard have been busy lately, with a lot of ships out in East Asian waters. At one point, there were over 100 vessels, which is a lot more than usual. This isn't just any old exercise; it's the biggest show of maritime muscle China has put on so far. China often does military
Russia's President, Vladimir Putin, recently shared his thoughts on the Donbas region in Ukraine. He stated that Russia aims to take full control of this area, either through military means or by forcing Ukrainian troops to retreat. This statement came during an interview with India Today, just befo
Gabapentin is a drug that more and more people are using. It's often prescribed for nerve pain and other conditions. But there's a catch: some people might misuse it. This has led to different states making their own rules about gabapentin. From 2016 to 2024, half of the states and territories in t
Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. This group has faced harsh words from President Trump. He recently called them "garbage" and said they should leave the country. He also claimed they have "destroyed" the U. S. and do nothing but complain. Trump's comments came after he
Brazil's teen pregnancy rates have been on a rollercoaster over the past 13 years. Between 2010 and 2023, the numbers first climbed and then started to fall. By 2023, the rate for girls aged 15-19 was 41. 6 births per 1, 000, while for those aged 10-14, it was just 2. 1 per 1, 000. These numbers sho
