Happy, the Asian elephant, has resided at the Bronx Zoo for over 40 years. Now 47, she has lived alone since 2006, following a conflict that led to her separation from the zoo’s other elephants. The question of whether Happy is content is a subject of debate. The zoo asserts her well-being, yet an animal...
Happy, a 44-year-old elephant, lives alone at the Bronx Zoo. This decision is due to safety concerns. The zoo plans to gradually end its elephant program. Despite this, there is resistance to calls for moving Happy to a private sanctuary from animal rights organizations. On an overcast June day, Happy stood quietly in her enclosure...
The Trump administration has released a new app aimed at helping parents manage child investment accounts. Treasury Department officials announced that starting July 4, these accounts will be initiated with a $1,000 contribution from the federal government. The tool provides a tax-deferred savings option for parents.
Senator John Cornyn’s significant loss in the primary runoff underscores the ongoing shift among ardent Republican voters. These voters have increasingly distanced themselves from established party figures, aligning with President Trump’s preferences over the last decade. This year, Trump’s core supporters have continued to impact Republican primaries significantly. They have contributed to his record of...
A federal judge decided not to halt an executive order from March that President Trump signed, focusing on mail-in voting. The order involves creating a federal database of citizens to assist states with verifying voter eligibility. This decision permits the Trump administration to continue efforts that could involve the federal government in election management, traditionally...
Today, the signs of internet scams have evolved. Generative artificial intelligence has transformed how criminals operate online. With cost-effective chatbots, image generators, and voice-cloning tools, scammers craft flawless copy, genuine-looking websites, and even mimic identities. AI-enhanced scams are now so convincing that they can mislead even cautious users. An example involves encountering an advertisement for...
Public health officials highlight how the spread of naloxone, widely known as Narcan, has significantly lowered overdose deaths across the U.S. in recent years. Despite an increase in overdose deaths in some western states, street drug fatalities nationwide decreased by 14% from 2024 to 2025. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 69,973...
Gov. JB Pritzker intends to sign a groundbreaking bill that sets a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI) developers in Illinois. The legislation, passing with strong bipartisan support, positions Illinois as the first state to mandate independent audits for large AI developers’ safety practices. The Illinois House approved the bill with a 110-0 vote, following...
PARIS (AP) — Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, a Spanish tennis player, faced an unexpected situation during the French Open. After winning a grueling five-set match in the first round, Davidovich Fokina planned to continue under the guidance of his coach, former Roland Garros finalist Mariano Puerta. They shared a meal before Puerta withdrew due to feeling...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the percentage of Americans without health insurance stayed around 8% in 2025. This rate has been stable compared to several years ago. However, potential changes in the health landscape introduced by the Trump administration might increase uninsured numbers. Significant alterations to Medicaid laws, passed last...