Author: Nicole Roney

Measles Cases Spike in the United States, Prompting CDC Advisory In the last three months, measles cases in the United States have seen a significant uptick, with outbreaks reported in various regions. The spike in cases has been centered in a migrant shelter in Chicago, an elementary school in southeast Florida, and a children’s hospital and daycare in Philadelphia. According to recent reports, the U.S. has recorded 64 cases across 17 states, surpassing last year’s total of 59. Most of the cases have been linked to international travel and involved children who had not received the measles, mumps, and rubella…

In a surprising turn of events, Samsung has declined to manufacture displays for Apple’s upcoming iPhone SE 4, set to make its debut in 2025 with a significant upgrade. The decision was reportedly made due to a disagreement over the price of the displays, leading Apple to seek out alternative suppliers. Instead, China’s BOE has been selected to manufacture the displays for the highly anticipated iPhone SE 4. Rumors are swirling that the new model will feature a sleek design without a Home button and an all-screen display, similar to the current iPhone 13. Initially, Samsung, BOE, and Tianma were…

Taylor Moore impressed golf fans with his strong finish in the Valspar Championship, where he ended in a five-way tie for 12th place. This marked his best finish of the year in what has been a solid, yet not spectacular, 2024 season for the golfer. Despite being ranked No. 11 in the Power Rankings for the tournament, Moore narrowly missed out on a top 10 finish. However, he managed to rank fourth in greens hit and eighth in Strokes Gained: Tee-to-Green showing consistent performance throughout the championship. With distractions and new experiences on his plate, Moore managed to stay focused…

Philippines Lodges Protest Against China Over South China Sea Incident In a bold move, the Philippines has lodged a strong protest against Beijing and summoned a senior Chinese diplomat following a water cannon assault by the Chinese coast guard on Filipino navy crew members in the disputed South China Sea. The incident, which resulted in injuries to the Filipino crew members and damage to their boat, occurred near the contested Second Thomas Shoal, a location surrounded by Chinese vessels in an effort to remove Philippine forces. China has cautioned that relations between the two nations are at a crossroads and…

In a surprising move, the Pittsburgh Steelers made waves in the NFL world by acquiring quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields in March. Head coach Mike Tomlin has since announced that Wilson has the “pole position” to start the offseason, but Fields will have the opportunity to compete for the starting job. Tomlin emphasized the importance of competition in bringing out the best in players, noting that Wilson’s “body of work” gives him the edge in the competition despite some struggles in recent seasons. The Steelers took a low-risk approach in acquiring Wilson, allowing Fields, a 25-year-old with plenty of…

Japanese baseball player Shohei Ohtani, who currently plays for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has found himself embroiled in a sports betting controversy involving his longtime interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara. Mizuhara was fired amidst allegations of illegal gambling and $4.5 million in wire transfers from Ohtani’s account. Initially, Ohtani’s spokesperson claimed that the player had paid off Mizuhara’s sports gambling debts. However, Mizuhara later admitted to incurring millions in debt and seeking Ohtani’s help to pay it off. Ohtani’s spokesperson stated that the player had not realized money was missing from his account, raising questions about his knowledge of the transfers. Mizuhara’s…

On April 8th, a total solar eclipse will captivate the skies over 15 states in the United States, with New York gearing up to witness this phenomenal event. Excitement is palpable as New Yorkers eagerly await the first total solar eclipse to pass over the state in 99 years. Cities such as Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Rochester are expected to be in the path of totality, allowing residents and visitors alike to experience the awe-inspiring sight of the sun being completely obscured by the moon. This rare occurrence has not been witnessed in New York since the historic “96th Street…

President Biden’s administration has announced the forgiveness of approximately $6 billion in student loans for nearly 80,000 public service workers. This move is part of ongoing efforts to correct past administrative failures that have prevented these workers from receiving the relief they are entitled to. This latest forgiveness brings the total number of public service workers who have had their student debt canceled under the Biden administration to over 870,000. This marks a significant increase compared to previous administrations, signaling a clear commitment to addressing the burden of student loans on public servants. Eligible borrowers can expect to receive emails…

As the total solar eclipse on April 8 draws near, New Yorkers are gearing up to witness this rare celestial event with the help of free eclipse glasses available at select welcome centers and Thruway rest areas across the state. The I Love NY-themed glasses are being distributed at locations including the Finger Lakes Welcome Center, Junius Ponds Service Area, Clifton Springs Service Area, Seneca Service Area, and Pembroke Service Area. To ensure as many people as possible can safely view the eclipse, there is a limit of two pairs per person while supplies last, with a limited amount being…

The World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus a pandemic on March 11, 2020, ushering in a new era of coexisting with COVID-19. One of the challenges that emerged is Long COVID, also known as post-COVID conditions (PCC) or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC). This umbrella term encompasses a range of symptoms that persist after recovering from acute COVID-19 infection, such as fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and gastrointestinal problems. Long COVID can affect every organ system in the body and varies in severity. Diagnosis remains complex, with no specific laboratory tests available. In the U.S., nearly 7% of adults…