Oregon is in a tough spot. The economy is not growing fast. People aren't moving there as much as before. Houses are too pricey. Businesses are having a hard time. So, what are the leaders doing? They're talking a lot. But are they doing enough? At a recent gathering, top officials shared their tho
First Business Bank is stepping into the spotlight at the Sidoti & Company Year End Virtual Investor Conference. This event is set for December 11, 2025. The bank's top leaders will be there. Corey A. Chambas, the CEO, David R. Seiler, the President and COO, and Brian D. Spielmann, the CFO, will sha
Christmas 2025 is around the corner, and SKG, a big name in wellness tech, has just dropped their newest lineup of smart massagers. These gadgets are not just about relaxation; they're packed with features to help with muscle tension and pain. The H7 Ultra, G7 Pro Fold, and YS100 Foot Massager are t
Singapore's ASTAR and Canada's Xanadu have joined forces to push quantum technology forward. They've signed a deal to work together on several projects, like making quantum computers more accurate and creating better quantum light sources. This isn't their first time collaborating, but now they're
A big chill is heading to Tennessee, thanks to a polar vortex. This weather event is pushing cold air from the Arctic into the Eastern United States. Over the weekend, temperatures in Tennessee are expected to drop significantly, reaching the low 20s and upper teens. In the Appalachian region of Ea
SET Active, a brand that's a favorite among celebrities and fitness enthusiasts, has kicked off its holiday sale, SETMAS. This event is not just about discounts but also about introducing new activewear sets daily. The sale started today and will continue until December 12, offering a new set of act
The Trump administration has decided to pause recent changes to a major homelessness grant program. This program, worth $3 billion, helps provide services to people without homes. The changes were put on hold due to lawsuits from states, cities, and nonprofits. The administration initially announce
In a grim turn of events, the ongoing conflict in Sudan has once again claimed the lives of innocent children. A recent drone strike by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group, targeted a kindergarten in the town of Kalogi, South Kordofan state. The attack resulted in the deaths of 50 p
In Indonesia, a person's weight can say a lot about their wealth. This is not a joke. It is a serious issue. Researchers looked into this. They found that those with more money tend to have a healthier weight. Those with less money often struggle with being overweight or obese. This is not fair. It
A person once shared a heartfelt story about regret. They wished they had been with their mom when she passed away. It was Christmas, and they were busy with holiday tasks. Their mom went in for what they thought was a simple heart procedure. Sadly, she never woke up. This left their dad, who had Pa
