Markets kicked off the week with a downturn, but tech news from China gave them a boost. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures dipped early but recovered later in the day. Tech stocks like Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron, and Microsoft showed strength, while others like Google, Tesla, and healthcare stocks took a
Portugal saw a massive strike recently. It was the biggest in over a decade. Almost a million workers joined in. They were unhappy with the government's new work rules. The government wants to change the rules. They say it will help the economy grow. But workers think it takes away their rights. Th
South Carolina is facing a tough situation with measles. Over 110 people have gotten sick, and more than 250 others are stuck in quarantine because they might have been exposed. This is part of a bigger problem happening across the country. The outbreak started in October and is mostly in Spartanbu
Indiana's political scene has seen better days. A long-serving state senator recently shared his thoughts on the changes he's witnessed over his nearly two decades in the General Assembly. He remembers a time when debates were heated but respectful, guided by a shared sense of purpose and Hoosier pr
The U. S. is tightening its travel rules. Starting soon, visitors from 42 countries, mostly in Europe, will have to share their social media handles from the past five years. This change is part of a broader effort to increase security checks for travelers entering the U. S. The new rules also ask
Shoulder pain and limited movement can be tough to deal with. Two common surgeries to fix this are total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) and hemiarthroplasty (HA). But which one works better in the long run? A big study was done to find out. It involved people from different countries and hospitals. Th
Jeff Garcia, known for bringing life to beloved characters like Sheen in "Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, " has passed away at the age of 50. His family confirmed the sad news, revealing that he was taken off life support after a battle with pneumonia and other health issues. Garcia's son, Jojo, shared
Jim Ward, a beloved voice actor, has passed away at the age of 66. His former co-host, Stephanie Miller, shared the sad news on social media, calling him a "voice deity. " Ward was known for his work on popular video games and animated shows. Ward's health took a turn in 2021 when he contracted a s
In a shocking turn of events, a bookkeeper named Lori Jakubowski has been accused of stealing a whopping $2. 5 million from Fresco by Scotto, a well-known Italian restaurant in New York City. This heist took place over seven long years, with Jakubowski creatively siphoning money in various ways. She
Young artists in Osceola County have a reason to celebrate. Their creative work is now featured in the 2026 Calendar of Energy Conservation. This calendar is more than just a way to keep track of dates. It's a colorful reminder to save energy and protect the environment. The contest received a whopp
