As summer winds down and students dive back into the school routine, Labor Day weekend often feels like one last chance to soak up the sunshine before fall takes over. The holiday, always celebrated on the first Monday in September, honors the American labor movement and the millions of workers who keep the country running….
When there was no winner in the August 30 draw, the Powerball jackpot increased to $1 billion. Since no one was able to hit the winning numbers in Saturday night’s draw on August 30, 2025, the Powerball jackpot has officially increased to $1 billion. This is the second time in a week that there hasn’t…
Minneapolis is reeling in the aftermath of a heartbreaking school shooting at Annunciation Church because it left two young children as dead and 17 others as injured during a morning Mass. For investigating of the attack, the FBI has confirmed it as a potential anti-Catholic hate crime and also domestic terrorism. Kash Patel, FBI Director,…
Shopify just delivered the kind of financial performance that gets Wall Street — and investors — buzzing. On Wednesday, Shopify’s stock skyrocketed more than 19% after the e-commerce giant posted second-quarter earnings that blew past analysts’ expectations, thanks in large part to bold business moves made years ago and a few savvy investments that paid…
China Battles Chikungunya Outbreak with Drones, Disinfectant, and Fines — CDC Issues Travel Warning TAIPEI, Taiwan — A sudden outbreak of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus in China has pushed authorities into high alert, triggering a wave of aggressive public health measures and prompting the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue a…
Steelcase, a West Michigan Staple, to Be Acquired by Iowa-Based Rival HNI in $2.2 Billion Deal WYOMING, Mich. — One of West Michigan’s most iconic companies is about to enter a new chapter. Steelcase, the renowned furniture maker headquartered in the Grand Rapids area for over a century, is set to be acquired by Iowa-based…
NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints & Answers for August 4 (#315)Think you know your sports? Puzzle #315 might put that to the test—especially if you’re into NASCAR and NFL rookies. The latest edition of NYT Connections: Sports Edition is here, and puzzle #315 for August 4 is definitely not a walk in the park. If…
No need to worry—the world won’t go dark this weekend. Despite some online buzz about a long-lasting total solar eclipse happening soon, the real “eclipse of the century” is actually two years away. On August 2, 2027, we’ll get to witness a spectacular total solar eclipse lasting up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds at…
Montana Bar Tragedy: Suspect on the Run After Four Killed in Small-Town Mass Shooting A quiet morning in Anaconda, Montana, turned into a scene of devastation on Friday when four people were shot and killed at The Owl Bar, a local staple in the small mountain town. Authorities have identified Michael Paul Brown as the…
Public Broadcasting Faces the End as GOP Applauds CPB Shutdown In a major shakeup to public media in the United States, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) announced on Friday that it will begin winding down operations following the elimination of its federal funding—a move championed by President Donald Trump and the GOP-led Congress. The…
Figma Prices IPO at $33, Beats Expectations and Raises $1.2 Billion Ahead of NYSE Debut Figma is officially going public—and it’s making a big splash. The design software company priced its IPO at $33 per share, slightly above its projected range of $30 to $32. That extra dollar might seem small, but it reflects strong…
Palo Alto Networks to Acquire CyberArk in $25 Billion Cybersecurity Mega Deal In a major shakeup in the cybersecurity world, Palo Alto Networks has announced plans to acquire Israeli cybersecurity firm CyberArk in a cash-and-stock deal valued at approximately $25 billion. CyberArk, headquartered in Petach-Tikva, Israel, is best known for its cutting-edge software that secures…
