The proposed cuts and relocation of federal workers by former president Donald Trump have been a contentious issue in the political landscape, particularly in Virginia’s seventh congressional district where nearly 60,000 federal employees reside. Republican nominee Derrick Anderson, running in a competitive race to represent the district, has taken a stance against these policies. Despite
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After the release of her latest album, Brat, Charli xcx has secured a role in the upcoming thriller film, “I Want Your Sex.” This marks her second live-action role following “Faces of Death,” showcasing her versatility as both a musician and actress. The film, directed by Gregg Araki, promises to delve into complex themes of
The Food and Drug Administration recently authorized Novavax’s protein-based Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use in individuals aged 12 and above. This approval comes as a significant development in the fight against the pandemic, as it provides another option for vaccination alongside the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Novavax’s vaccine is specifically designed to target the omicron
The latest data from the Commerce Department reveals that inflation in July inched higher, aligning with the Federal Reserve’s assessment as they gear up for a potential interest rate cut. The personal consumption expenditures price index rose 0.2% on a monthly basis, with a year-over-year increase of 2.5%. The core PCE, which excludes food and
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) has recently expressed concerns regarding permissionless blockchains that are accessible by the public. While the issue is not with the public nature of these blockchains, the permissionless aspect raises significant concerns for financial institutions. In an effort to address these issues, the BCBS has outlined potential risks and
The APOE4 gene has long been a topic of debate in Alzheimer’s research, with researchers questioning whether its role in the disease is due to a lack of functionality or if it is actually toxic. However, a recent breakthrough by a working group of senior investigators, convened by the Alzheimer’s Disease Sequencing Project (ADSP), has
In recent times, viral videos featuring dogs using soundboard buttons to communicate with their owners have taken social media platforms by storm. These videos showcase dogs seemingly forming near-sentences, asking for food, requesting help, and even questioning their reflection in the mirror. While some have embraced this trend with open arms, skeptics, including biologists, have
Alibaba, the Chinese tech giant, has recently completed a three-year regulatory “rectification” process as mandated by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) following an antitrust fine it received in 2021. The SAMR, in a statement, highlighted that Alibaba has made significant progress in aligning its operations with antitrust regulations. This development has been well-received
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Artem Chigvintsev has recently made headlines after being arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in the US. The incident took place in California, where the Russian dancer was taken into custody after police responded to a domestic violence call in the town of Yountville. This alarming event occurred early in
The 2024 Venice Film Festival commenced on August 28th with the highly anticipated sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, opening the 81st edition of the festival. The event is scheduled to run until September 7th on the iconic Lido. The festival lineup includes premieres of various films such as Todd