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On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and moreOn This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaratio...
Highly dangerous plutonium offers no quick fix to US nuclear fuel crunchAmerica is exploring turning surplus plutonium into nuclear fuel for new reactors. This move aims to meet rising power demands, particularl...
States challenge Nasdaq, FTSE Russell for fast-tracking SpaceXLetters to both companies seen by Reuters on Thursday raise concerns about the impact Elon Musk's rocket and satellite communications compa...
Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific securityUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured Pacific allies of America's commitment to the region. Speaking at a defense conference in Singa...
After Trump, who? Democrats enter an unusually open race for 2028Democratic hopefuls are already positioning themselves for a 2028 presidential run, with governors, senators, and past candidates actively ...
In the shadow of COVID, health officials fight panic over Hantavirus outbreakA hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has sparked public concern. Health officials are working to communicate clearly, drawing lessons fro...
Quote of the Day by Abraham Lincoln: 'Always bear in mind that your own resolution…'—Inspiring quotes by the 16th president of the United States who played a major role in the abolition of slaveryQuote of the Day: Abraham Lincoln's enduring quote, "Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any oth...
Is Canvas still hacked - what is a data breach? The shocking Canvas cyberattack timelineWhat really happened in the Canvas data breach? Hackers allegedly accessed 275 million student records, exposing education’s dangerous hidd...
In the PR battle for AI data centers, tech giants got a blue-collar allyAmerican construction unions are now key players in building the nation's artificial intelligence infrastructure. They are partnering with ...
In 1953, Norm Larsen Tried 39 Times to Stop Rust: That One Success Established the Foundation for WD-40WD-40's journey began in 1953 with chemist Norm Larsen's quest to protect Atlas missile components from rust. The product's name, WD-40, si...
Global degrees on Indian soil sound like a great deal, until you read the fine printIndia is now hosting foreign university campuses, a significant shift from previous years. This move aims to keep Indian students in the co...
U.S. minimum wage increase 2026: Why do some states pay $17.95 while others stay at $7.25 and who benefits most in May?The U.S. minimum wage increase 2026 reveals a stark reality. Pay varies sharply by state. The federal rate still stands at $7.25. That numb...
SNAP shake-up this week: New rules could change who qualifies—check before you lose outMore than 150,000 households face impact as SNAP benefits eligibility restrictions 2026 roll out with stricter rules this week. Florida has...
US judge blocks Arizona criminal case against Kalshi at CFTC's requestIn a notable turn of events, Arizona's criminal case against the innovative prediction market, Kalshi, has been suspended by a federal judg...
Long weekend win! ‘Day After’ rule means 3-day work week for some Americans in NovemberSome Americans may work only three days during Thanksgiving week. A “day after” rule gives an extra Friday holiday in several states. Gover...
$1,500 payment plus $500 monthly: How the new NEST Program could work and the date when Americans will receive moneyThe proposed NEST Program in Illinois may give financial help to pregnant mothers and new parents. The plan includes a $1,500 pregnancy pay...
US appeals court won't allow deployment of National Guard in Illinois while it weighs caseA federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration's bid to deploy National Guard troops in Illinois. A judge had previously blo...
October cash alert! Americans eligible for $686 — apply before time runs outWinter energy bills are rising, but Illinois families can get help. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, LIHEAP, offers financial...
Jim Edgar, former Illinois governor who guided state through fiscal crisis and remained a moderate republican voice, dies at 79Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, a Republican known for his fiscal prudence, has died at 79 due to complications from pancreatic cancer ...
Illinois Governor Election 2022: Know the candidatesIn the upcoming general elections in 2022, J.B. Pritzker, the governor of Illinois, will witness competition from two other candidates. Rea...