Nearly 28,000 Americans caught HMPV virus last year… here’s where infections are highest and how to stay safe

The virus fueling pandemic fears in China has infected thousands of Americans in the past year, according to federal data. Weekly CDC data since January 2024 shows nearly 28,000 Americans have been sickened with human metapneumovirus (HPMV), a previously little-known respiratory illness dubbed ‘the most important virus you’ve never heard of.‘ Infections spiked in April 2024, with […]
US Dollar Forecast: DXY Gains, EUR/USD Drops as U.S. Jobs Data Boosts Fed Pause Case – FX Empire

The index is holding steady above its 50-day moving average of 106.812, confirming a strong intermediate uptrend. The 200-day moving average of 104.557 provides long-term support. DXY rose 0.44% to 109.640, its highest since November 2022, and its sixth straight week of gains, the longest since 2023. Strong payroll data fuels dollar momentum The Labor […]
Who will the Texans play in the AFC Divisional Round?

Saturday 8pm Wildcard Update: The Ravens defeated the Steelers 28-14, tying them with the Texans and Chiefs in the divisional round. If the Bills beat the Broncos, the Texans will face the Chiefs in the divisional round. If the Broncos beat the Bills, the Texans will face the Ravens. of houston texans They won 32-12 […]
Mississippi police officer suspended without pay after a chase that led to 3 deaths

BYHALIA, Miss. (AP) – A police pursuit in north Mississippi ends in a crash. killed 3 people He was suspended without pay. Byhalia City Council members voted Wednesday to suspend William Langham after he chased an SUV across city limits on Jan. 4, WHBQ-TV reported. The fleeing SUV collided with a pickup truck. No one […]
In Syria, the US can help rebuild while supplanting Russian influence

The fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has created a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape the balance of power in the Middle East. The weapon that American policymakers can use to rebalance is trade, not bombs. The U.S. government needs a plan to stabilize Syria, create conditions for future U.S. investments, and prevent Russia from regaining […]
Oldest retired FDNY Bravest Anthony Aquaro dead at 103

The oldest active and retired member of the FDNY, who served Brooklyn's streets for nearly 30 years, has died at the age of 103, officials announced. There is only one month left until my next milestone birthday. Anthony Acquaro, a 26-year veteran of Engine 269 on Union Street, died Friday. Uniformed Firefighters Association Local 854 […]
Why does Philadelphia hate Joe Buck?

Joe Buck doesn't have to tell Kylie Kelce that the City of Brotherly Love hates him, but he wants to understand why. “I know you guys hate me.” the sportscaster told the crowd On Friday, they gathered at the Union Transfer in Philadelphia for the “They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce” show. “But […]
Ravens grind out AFC wild-card win over Steelers

If the Baltimore Ravens want to win their first Super Bowl since 2012, Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry will likely be involved. The Lombardi Trophy is still a long way off, but the offensive duo held up their end of the bargain well enough, at least through the first round. Lamar Jackson hugs Russell Wilson […]
JD Vance jokes about skipping inauguration to watch Ohio State in College Football Playoff title game

Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, an Ohio State graduate, said in August that this Buckeyes team might be “the best” he had ever seen. That problem could easily be resolved when Ohio State plays Notre Dame in the national championship game later this month, and Vance hopes to attend that game. However, there is one small […]
Ex-NFL player Robert Quinn arrested after attempted hit-and-run in South Carolina

former NFL players Robert Quinn was arrested early Friday morning in South Carolina on suspicion of being involved in a hit-and-run involving multiple vehicles, according to reports. The former Rams defensive end was taken into custody by North Charleston police around 2 a.m. after police say he tried to leave the scene of a crash […]