Archives for September 2022

President Joe Biden is set to channel John F. Kennedy on the 60th anniversary of the former president's moonshot speech, as the incumbent tries to set the nation's sights on "ending cancer as we know it." … [Read more...] about In a nod to JFK, Biden pushing 'moonshot' to fight cancer

The poll reveals that public satisfaction with the U.S. health care system is remarkably low, with fewer than half of Americans saying it is generally handled well. … [Read more...] about Americans give health care system failing mark: AP-NORC poll

Emmy Awards host Kenan Thompson and the ceremony's producers are promising a feel-good event - a phrase not applicable to several of the top nominated shows. … [Read more...] about 'Squid Game,' 'Succession,' 'Ted Lasso' vie for Emmy Awards

A month after losing one nearly $50 million verdict, conspiracy theorist Alex Jones is set to go on trial a second time for calling the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting a hoax and causing several of the victims' families emotional and psychological harm. … [Read more...] about Trial set to begin for Alex Jones in Sandy Hook hoax case

In parking lots, on flatbed trucks, hospital courtyards and rooftops, private generators are ubiquitous in parts of the Middle East, spewing hazardous fumes into homes and businesses 24 hours a day. … [Read more...] about In parts of Mideast, power generators spew toxic fumes 24/7