The highly-anticipated inaugural PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video is set to dazzle boxing enthusiasts on March 30. This event promises to redefine the boxing landscape by featuring electrifying matchups, including Tszyu-Thurman and Romero-Cruz. Tszyu vs. Thurman in the Main Event, Romero vs. Cruz Battle for Lightweight A welterweight veteran, Keith Thurman, steps into the…
Iowa’s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) embarks on distributing funds allocated for crisis pregnancy centers under the More Options For Maternal Support (MOMS) program to address maternal health care shortages. However, the initiative sparks controversy due to its focus on discouraging abortions and the absence of a mandated third-party administrator. Funding Challenges and…
The year 2024 brings promising updates to the Child Tax Credit (CTC), a pivotal support system for American families with dependent children. As the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 gains momentum, households can anticipate significant expansions in the CTC, offering relief and financial security to millions nationwide. Understanding the Revamped…
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty faced criticism as it was revealed that a grand jury was convened in the case of Ricky Cobb II’s killing by a Minnesota State trooper, Ryan Londregan. While Moriarty did not use the grand jury to make charging decisions, defense attorney Chris Madel accused her of abusing the process for…
ESPN’s outspoken personality Stephen A. Smith has caused controversy by choosing Baltimore Ravens’ Lamar Jackson over Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes as his AFC Championship quarterback. As two-time MVP Mahomes leads the Chiefs against the top-ranked Ravens, the game is expected to garner record NFL viewership. Despite Mahomes’ strong postseason record, Smith surprised First Take…
Northwestern Medicine researchers found that RNA interference controls cell death in Alzheimer’s disease, a significant finding. The first short strands of toxic RNAs linked to brain cell death and DNA damage in Alzheimer’s and elderly brains have been identified. Paradigm Shift in Alzheimer’s Treatment The study shows that protective RNA strands decrease with age, which…
As the IRS opens the 2019 tax filing season on January 29, experts expect 2024 tax refunds to be bigger than last year, maybe increasing by 10% for individuals. After the disappointment of reduced refunds in 2023, tax bracket adjustments, inflation provisions, and tax credit expansion may help people and families. Inflation’s Surprise Benefit As…
British billionaire Joe Lewis, renowned for owning the Tottenham Hotspur soccer club, pleaded guilty to insider trading and conspiracy charges in a New York court. Lewis admitted to sharing nonpublic information about publicly traded companies with associates, leading to illegal gains. The 86-year-old businessman, estimated to have a fortune of $6.1 billion, expressed remorse, acknowledging…
In a historic moment for baseball enthusiasts, the 2024 Hall of Fame class welcomes three exceptional players: Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer. The trio, renowned for their prowess on the field, made headlines as Beltre secured a remarkable 95.1% of votes, Mauer claimed 76.1%, and Helton earned his place with 79.7% approval, showcasing…
The recent rejection of Roe v. Wade has spurred nationwide debates and affected women’s mental health, especially in places with automatic abortion laws. After the Supreme Court’s Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling, reproductive-age women in states with trigger laws suffered heightened anxiety and sadness, according to a JAMA study. Impact on Reproductive Autonomy…