An alarming report from the CDC has highlighted the emergence of Oropouche virus disease, also known as sloth fever, among travelers returning to the U.S. from Cuba. While no fatalities have been reported and there is no evidence of local transmission within the U.S., health officials are urging vigilance among healthcare providers to detect and
In a groundbreaking move to transform the way we make payments, Airtel Payments Bank has unveiled a cutting-edge smartwatch in collaboration with Noise and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) at the Global Fintech Fest 2024. This innovative smartwatch is not just a wearable device but a comprehensive solution that merges payment functionalities with
The recent rapid rebound of market confidence following a significant sell-off in risky assets has raised concerns among experts in the financial industry. Christian Mueller-Glissmann, the head of asset allocation research at Goldman Sachs, believes that investors should not be too quick to dismiss the early August stocks slump as just a minor blip. Despite
Despite an inflation-fueled sales slump hitting the toy industry in the first half of 2024, Lego managed to stand out by recording a remarkable 13% increase in revenue, reaching 31 billion Danish krone, which is approximately $4.65 billion. Niels Christiansen, CEO of the Danish toymaker, credited this growth to the strength of Lego Icons, Lego
Despite a fourth consecutive week of falling mortgage rates, both existing homeowners and potential homebuyers showed minimal interest in taking advantage of the situation. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a mere 0.5% increase in total mortgage application volume compared to the previous week, indicating a lackluster response to the declining rates. The average contract interest
A recent comprehensive study has shed light on the association between meat consumption and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The research, conducted by an international team of scientists, analyzed data from nearly 2 million individuals in 20 countries across the globe. The study found that consuming processed meat and unprocessed red meat was
Former President Donald Trump’s economic proposals have been analyzed in a new study from the nonpartisan Penn Wharton Budget Model. The study reveals that Trump’s plan would significantly increase federal deficits by $5.8 trillion over the next decade. The report highlights that extending the 2017 tax cuts permanently would contribute over $4 trillion to deficits
A recent cohort study reported that first-line antidepressants were linked to a reduced risk of falls and related injuries in older adults. The study included over 100,000 Medicare beneficiaries who were newly diagnosed with depression. Those who were treated with first-line antidepressants had a lower risk of falls and related injuries compared to those who
Former President Donald Trump has surprised many by adding Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard to his presidential transition team. Both Kennedy and Gabbard, who come from opposing political backgrounds, endorsed Trump just days before the presidential race against Vice President Kamala Harris. This move by Trump signals an attempt to broaden his coalition
Argentina is taking bold steps in preparing the future workforce by incorporating Ethereum education into the high school curriculum. This groundbreaking initiative is spearheaded by the local education ministry of Buenos Aires in collaboration with the ETH Kipu Foundation. The goal is to introduce high school students to the Ethereum blockchain, providing them with hands-on