Gas prices dip lower, an early present for travelers this holiday season: AAA
According to AAA, the average gas price in 10 states is below $2.90 per gallon. (iStock) The national average for a gallon of gas is trending downward again, and drivers can expect to save money at the pump if oil prices remain low. The average price of gasoline for the week ending Dec. 7 fell […]
VA Gov. Glenn Youngkin says budget proposal prioritizes early learning and child care programs
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has proposed a plan to increase state spending on early learning and child care programs over the next two fiscal years. Youngkin said families risk losing coverage starting in March 2024 unless the allocation is increased. Yonkin plans to submit the entire two-year budget proposal, which includes this proposal, to the state […]
Florida 11-year-old arrested after falsely reporting a shooting because he wanted to go home early
A Florida boy was arrested after allegedly falsely reporting a school shooting to authorities because he wanted to go home early. The 11-year-old boy was charged with falsely reporting a shooting incident, using a two-way communication device to commit a felony, interfering with a school function and abusing a 911 call, according to the Marion […]
US embassy in Baghdad struck by more than a dozen rockets in early morning attack
The US embassy in Baghdad was attacked by several rockets on Friday morning, causing minor property damage but no casualties, US and Iraqi officials said. At around 4:15 a.m. Friday, an explosion was heard near the embassy in the Iraqi capital. An embassy spokesperson later confirmed that the US embassy had been hit by two […]
Falling Inflation in October May Have Been Haunted by Early Holiday Sales
St. Nicholas came down the chimney at his limit…October Christmas came early for many U.S. consumers this year, which may have played a role. Fantastic fall in inflation and retail spending. You may have noticed a change in your own spending. In recent years, U.S. consumers have started doing a significant amount of their holiday […]
CDC’s comments on pneumonia outbreaks reminiscent of agency’s reaction to early COVID cases, experts say
Although outbreaks of childhood pneumonia in several countries have caused concern for some doctors and families, statements from public health agencies suggest there is no need to worry. this is, COVID-19 pandemic, Many people are saying. Hospitals in China are reportedly “overwhelmed with sick children” due to the pneumonia outbreak, according to ProMED, a global […]
Alzheimer’s blood test could hit the market in early 2024, researchers say
Can it be determined with a simple blood test? Alzheimer’s disease Years before symptoms appeared? New research from Resonant Utah biotech companies Researchers developing diagnostic tests for neurodegenerative diseases suggest it may be possible. Researchers said their new test achieved 100% accuracy in distinguishing between patients with Alzheimer’s disease and patients with mild cognitive impairment […]
Lions hold off Saints as Derek Carr leaves early after big hit
In the New Orleans Saints’ 33-28 home loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday, quarterback Derek Carr was injured and left the game yet again. On 3rd-and-17 near midfield, Carr dropped to a pass that appeared to lead to a comeback for the Saints, who trailed 33-21 in the fourth quarter. However, Lions defensive end […]
Gold prices hit record high above $2,100 on bets of early Fed cuts By Investing.com – Investing.com
©Reuters. Investing.com — Monday as markets bet the Federal Reserve could start cutting interest rates as early as March 2024, even as central bank officials remain cautious. Gold prices soared to record highs in Asian trade, extending recent strong gains. The yellow metal has surged in recent trading as easing inflation, soft labor market data […]
‘The Right Thing To Do’: DeSantis Rallies After Visiting Every County In Key Early State
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a rally Saturday in Iowa, a key state for early candidates, after visiting all 99 counties. DeSantis, currently No. 2 in the state in the polls, is the only major presidential candidate to visit every county in Iowa ahead of the Jan. 15 nominating caucuses. The governor promoted the visit, […]
