The government shutdown is causing chaos for millions who rely on food stamps. President Trump recently said that SNAP benefits won't be paid until Democrats agree to end the shutdown. This statement came after the administration promised to use emergency funds to send out partial payments. But now,
In the world of business, companies often have to share information about how they operate. This is called disclosure. But what information should they share? And who gets to decide? Some people, like Paul Atkins, who used to be the head of a big US financial regulator, think companies should only
A sudden and strong earthquake hit northern Afghanistan. It was a 6. 3 on the Richter scale. This happened close to the big city of Mazar-e-Sharif. The U. S. Geological Survey shared this news. People are still figuring out how bad the damage is. Right now, we know at least 20 people died. More tha
David Sacks, President Trump’s advisor on crypto and AI, has a clear vision: he wants America to lead the world in digital innovation, with crypto at the forefront. He believes that clear rules are essential for this to happen. Sacks has been vocal about the need for the U. S. to set up proper regu
Dr. George Tidmarsh, the head of the FDA's drug evaluation center, is currently on leave and might quit. Why? He says the workplace is "toxic" and unfair. The FDA says they put him on leave because of concerns about his behavior. Some reports say Tidmarsh used his power to hurt a business partner.
The government has restarted food aid payments, but there's a problem. They're only giving half of what people usually get. This is because they're using a backup fund that doesn't have enough money to cover the full amount. This all began when the government shutdown left food aid payments on hold
Connor McDavid knows the sting of falling short in a Game 7. The Edmonton Oilers captain felt for the Toronto Blue Jays after their 5-4 loss in 11 innings to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 World Series. The Blue Jays had a 3-0 lead early on and were two outs away from winning it all. It was a t
Chicago, a city with a population of 2. 7 million, is known for its tight-knit neighborhoods. These neighborhoods have been standing up to immigration enforcement efforts since September. Residents have been using social media to share information about where immigration agents are and what cars the
Uveal melanoma is a tough nut to crack, especially when it resists chemotherapy. Scientists have been on the hunt for new ways to tackle this issue. They created lab-grown versions of these tough cancer cells by exposing them to common chemo drugs like dacarbazine, cisplatin, and gemcitabine. Then,
Virginia's men's soccer team pulled off a thrilling 1-0 win against SMU, securing the 2025 ACC regular-season championship. The game was tense, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut chances. The Cavaliers dominated possession but found it tough to break through SMU's defense. In the f
