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The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday its decision to maintain the key interest rate at its current level, a move aimed at combatting persistent inflationary pressures that are squeezing both American businesses and consumers. In its most recent statement, released Wednesday, the central bank noted that economic activity has sustained robust expansion, with strong job gains and a consistently low unemployment rate. Despite some moderation in inflation over the past year, it remains elevated, albeit with modest progress towards the Committee’s 2% inflation target. However, recent indications of a slowdown in price growth have led some economic experts to speculate…

With the FDA deliberating over a potential new Alzheimer’s treatment, we sought insights from experts on the implementation of a similar medication. Over the past three years, a new class of Alzheimer’s drugs, the first targeting the disease’s root cause, has sparked a journey marked by hope and setbacks. While these anti-amyloid antibodies initially faced challenges, the tide of optimism has turned as one of the medications, Lecanemab (branded as Leqembi), received full FDA approval in July 2023 and is now more widely used among Alzheimer’s patients. Despite its ability to slow disease progression, Lecanemab presents modest benefits and carries…

Amid indications of American fatigue with supplying weaponry to Ukraine after two years of conflict, President Joe Biden is set to convene with fellow world leaders to explore fresh avenues for providing aid to the country as it contends with Russia’s ongoing invasion. Scheduled to participate in a three-day summit in Apulia, Italy, alongside other members of the Group of Seven (G7), an alliance of the world’s leading industrialized nations, Biden aims to discuss strategies to utilize approximately $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to bolster Ukraine’s defense efforts, as outlined by the White House. While there’s general consensus among…

Renowned linguist, activist, and social commentator Noam Chomsky finds himself in a hospital bed in Brazil, his wife’s homeland, where he continues to recuperate from a severe stroke suffered a year ago, as confirmed by his spouse, Valeria Chomsky, on Tuesday. Valeria communicated via email that her 95-year-old partner is currently under medical care in a Sao Paulo hospital, a journey facilitated by the improvement in his condition since the stroke in June 2023. Their decision to relocate to Brazil in 2015 proved fortuitous, providing them with a residence there. The information aligns with a recent report in the Brazilian…

The WNBA has seen an unprecedented surge in attendance this May, marking a generational high, according to a league announcement on Monday. This surge, which has witnessed an astonishing 156% increase from 2023, is attributed, in part, to the remarkable performance of rookie sensation Caitlin Clark. Clark, the former standout from the University of Iowa and the all-time leading scorer in college basketball history, has undoubtedly played a pivotal role in driving this spike in attendance. The presence of the Fever, Clark’s team, in any arena has resulted in remarkable ticket sales. Notably, the New York Liberty experienced remarkable turnouts…

On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris announced that the proposed regulation, put forth by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), aims to eradicate the presence of medical debt on Americans’ credit reports entirely, down from a staggering 46 million individuals in 2020. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Harris emphasized that this initiative would significantly enhance the financial stability and overall wellness of countless Americans. She underscored how medical debt exacerbates financial hardships, hindering individuals from making progress. According to Harris, “It makes it more difficult to get by, much less get ahead. That is simply not fair.” The administration’s…

In the heart of Bangkok, tragedy struck the vibrant pulse of Chatuchak Weekend Market as flames engulfed the pet section, claiming the lives of countless caged creatures. The news of the fire spread swiftly, igniting a wave of sorrow and concern throughout Thailand’s capital. As dawn broke on Tuesday, the market was shrouded in chaos. Over a hundred shops, once bustling with activity, now stood as charred remnants of a devastating blaze. Government officials, mobilized in response, battled tirelessly for an hour to tame the ferocious inferno that ravaged through the pet section. Amidst the chaos, a grim reality emerged…

In this edition’s feature, culinary expert Kenji López-Alt delves into an inquiry close to his heart: What’s the most mathematically precise technique for slicing an onion? My culinary journey didn’t commence in a professional kitchen; rather, it began with a book, Jacques Pepin’s “La Technique,” which served as my initial guide. Reminiscent of today’s online tutorials, this book meticulously illustrates essential French culinary skills through a plethora of hands-only photographs. The onion-slicing method it espouses mirrors that taught in esteemed Western culinary institutions and has been adopted by the majority of cooks in my professional experience. The process starts with…

Evaluating the Controversial Compensation Package for Elon Musk: A Case Study of California State Teachers’ Retirement System’s Opposition Introduction:In recent news, the head of a significant California pension fund, Chris Ailman, voiced strong opposition to the revised pay package proposed for Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk. The upcoming vote aims to reinstate a pay package from 2018, which was previously invalidated by a judge earlier this year. This paper delves into the rationale behind California State Teachers’ Retirement System’s (CalSTRS) objection to Musk’s compensation plan, examining its implications and broader stakeholder perspectives. Analyzing the Compensation Package:Chris Ailman, the Chief Investment Officer…

The waters off Walton County, Florida, were closed following consecutive shark bite incidents on Friday. Both incidents unfolded in Walton County, situated in the Florida Panhandle. Officials couldn’t ascertain the distance of the attacks from the shoreline, stated Mackenzie McClintock, spokesperson for the South Walton Fire District. The two incidents occurred approximately 4 miles apart within a span of about 90 minutes, according to South Walton Fire District Chief Ryan Crawford. The total count of victims reached three. Crawford expressed the rarity of such occurrences, deeming it “extremely unusual” to witness two bite incidents in a single afternoon, as he…