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Close Calls Over Washington: Helicopters and Airplanes in Tight Spaces

May 3, 2025

The National Transportation Safety Board is looking into two commercial flights that had to abort their landings at Washington Reagan National Airport. This happened on a Thursday afternoon when a US Army Black Hawk helicopter was heading towards the Pentagon. The helicopter was part of the same uni

finance

The Billionaire's Take on Trade Wars and Berkshire's Future

May 3, 2025

The renowned investor Warren Buffett, CEO of the massive company Berkshire Hathaway, recently spoke out about the ongoing trade wars. He made it clear that he believes these trade disputes are a significant mistake, likening them to acts of war. Buffett emphasized that trade should be a tool for coo

crime

Campus Shooting: A Closer Look at a Troubling Incident

May 3, 2025

A recent incident at a technical college near Los Angeles has sparked concerns about workplace safety. The event unfolded on a Friday afternoon when two female staff members were shot on the campus of the Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology in Inglewood. The suspect, believed to be a form

technology

The AI Safety Dilemma: When Following Orders Goes Wrong

May 3, 2025

The latest AI model from Google, Gemini 2. 5 Flash, is facing a peculiar issue. It is more likely to produce text that goes against the company's safety rules than its previous version, Gemini 2. 0 Flash. This was discovered through internal tests that measure how well the AI sticks to safety guidel

health

Vaccine Safety: Why Placebos Matter

May 3, 2025

The Health and Human Services department has made a surprising announcement. They want new vaccines to go through a specific type of testing before they are approved. This testing involves giving half of the participants a placebo, which is usually just a saltwater shot. This is to compare result

science

Ozone's Impact on Beef Carcasses: A Real-World Test

May 3, 2025

The food industry is always looking for new ways to keep food safe and fresh. One method that has been tested is using ozone gas on beef carcasses in cold storage. Two different levels of ozone were used in this test. One was 3 parts per million and the other was 10 parts per million. The goal was t

business

The Annual Gathering of Investors in Omaha

May 2, 2025

The Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting is a significant event that has evolved dramatically over the past 60 years. The event started small, with just a handful of attendees in 1965. Today, it draws around 40, 000 people from all over the world to Omaha, Nebraska. This gathering is often referred to

health

Pig Livers: A Hidden Risk in Your Favorite Meats

May 2, 2025

Pig products are a staple in many diets, providing a rich source of protein. However, they might also be carrying unexpected hitchhikers: viruses. A recent study dug into this issue, focusing on pig livers meant for human consumption. The investigation involved collecting 140 liver samples from 14 d

health

Universal Vaccine Quest: The Future of Flu and Covid-19 Shots

May 2, 2025

The US Department of Health and Human Services has a bold plan. They want to create a universal flu vaccine within four years. This vaccine would protect against multiple virus strains, including the scary H5N1 avian influenza. It's a big deal because the last time something like this was attempted

science

A Minor Glitch in a Major Milestone

May 2, 2025

A small issue popped up during a big moment in space history. Two astronauts, Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, stepped out of the International Space Station for a special task. Their mission? To install a bracket for a new solar array. This upgrade could boost the station's power by up to 30 percent