Beaufort has made a big step to protect the environment. They have banned the release of helium and other gas-filled balloons. This is the first time a city in the state has done this. The city council voted for this change at their meeting on December 9th. Before this, the city already had a rule a
In a time when political tensions are high, two governors from different parties are stepping up to show how it's done. Spencer Cox from Utah and Josh Shapiro from Pennsylvania have both faced political violence in their states. They recently came together to talk about how to bring people together
Chicago's cultural workers are joining forces to demand better pay and working conditions. Many of them feel undervalued and underpaid, especially after the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Workers at various museums and cultural sites have been successful in forming unions and securi
Solayer has just launched its Mainnet Alpha, a major step in blockchain technology. This new system, called InfiniSVM, can handle 300, 000 transactions per second. That's lightning fast! It uses special hardware to make this happen. This speed is a game-changer for finance apps. It allows for real-t
Pete Alonso, the power-hitting first baseman, is set to join the Baltimore Orioles after agreeing to a five-year, $155 million deal. This move comes just a day after the Orioles missed out on another top free agent, Kyle Schwarber. Alonso's contract includes no deferrals or opt-outs, and he gets a l
In the world of heart attacks, quick and accurate diagnosis is crucial. A recent study compared two methods of diagnosing ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), a severe type of heart attack. The first method involves telemedicine, where doctors use technology to assess patients remotel
The far-right AfD in Germany is actively seeking a nationalist resurgence in Europe, aligning itself with Trump's MAGA movement. Markus Frohnmaier, the party's foreign policy spokesperson, announced plans to meet with MAGA Republicans in the US this week. The AfD, known for its anti-immigration stan
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to hold elections within 90 days, but there's a catch. The country is under martial law due to Russia's ongoing invasion, which makes holding elections legally tricky. Zelenskyy has asked lawmakers to find a legal solution and has
The Federal Reserve is at a crossroads. Not only is it grappling with the complex task of deciding interest rates, but it's also facing a leadership change. Jerome Powell's term as chair is ending in May, and President Trump is on the hunt for a replacement. Trump has been vocal about his desire fo
College basketball is heating up, and teams are showing their true colors. BYU's freshman guard, AJ Dybantsa, had a standout second half in a close game against Clemson, proving he's a player to watch. However, the Cougars still need to show consistency to be considered national title contenders. M
