Study Links Autism to the Y Chromosome
Scientists found a potential explanation for why autism affects boys at nearly 4 times the rate of girls: the male sex chromosome itself may increase the risk.
Fani Willis laid groundwork for prosecuting Trump before taking office, ex-prosecutor Wade reveals
Prior to assuming office in 2021 Willis was planning to prosecute Trump and began discussing finding a special prosecutor to investigate Trump Wade testified
Manufacturing Weakness Deepens With Bigger-Than-Expected Decline in Industrial Output
U.S. industrial production fell more sharply than expected in September, signaling continuing weakness in the nation’s factory activity.
Key Updates for Medicare Enrollees: What You Need to Know for 2025
Significant changes are coming to Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. It’s essential to understand how your coverage will—or won’t—work for you in 2025.
Florida Sues Federal Government, Seeking Data on Noncitizen Voters
Florida authorities sued U.S. government, alleging U.S. officials are illegally refusing to cooperate with Florida’s effort to remove noncitizens from its voter rolls.
North Carolina County Democratic Chair Resigns After Removing Trump Campaign Signs
The chair of the Moore County Democratic Party in NC, Lowell Evan Simon, has resigned after being arrested for removing 2024 campaign signs supporting Trump.
Stanford Holds Conference to ‘Repair Rifts,’ Reflect on Pandemic Policy and COVID Origins
In early October, Stanford University held a conference to discuss and reflect on pandemic policies during COVID-19.
Raytheon to Pay Over $950 Million in Settlement Over Fraud, Bribery, and Export Violations
Raytheon to pay $950+ million to resolve federal investigations into government contract fraud, as well as violations of anti-corruption and export control laws.
Walgreens Announces It Will Close 1,200 Stores Across US by 2027
Walgreens will shut down 1,200 stores across the U.S. over the next 3 years as part of a ‘footprint optimization program’ initiated by the company, its CEO says.
Supreme Court Vacates Ruling on Pennsylvania Law Allowing 18- to 20-Year-Olds to Carry Guns
U.S. Supreme Court vacated lower court’s ruling allowing adults in PA younger than 21 to carry firearms in public during states of emergency, telling appeals court to reconsider case.
Property Manager Accuses Venezuelan Gang of Taking Control of Aurora Apartments, Attempting Extortion
NY-based property management company reports that violent Venezuelan gang took control of several apartment buildings it manages in Aurora, Colorado.
FDA Proposes New Vaccine Approval Process for Pandemics
Due to concerns about the H5N1 avian virus, which has been shown to spread to humans, the FDA has proposed a new approach to pandemic vaccines.
