Rescue teams in Central Texas are still searching for over 170 missing individuals following devastating flash floods. The death toll has climbed to at least 120, with Kerr County being the most affected area. Despite warnings from the National Weather Service, some residents did not receive alerts, leading to questions about the adequacy of the warning system. (Story URL)
Nvidia made history on Wednesday by becoming the first publicly traded company to surpass a $4 trillion market value. The technology company’s stock rose by 2.5%, reaching a record high in a single trading day, propelling it over the $4 trillion mark. With a remarkable 20% growth in 2025, Nvidia has played a significant role in the AI industry boom. (Story URL)
The U.S. has reported 1,288 measles cases so far in 2025, marking the highest total in 33 years. This surpasses the previous high of 1,274 cases in 2019. The current outbreak, primarily linked to West Texas, has led to two child deaths. Texas alone has over 750 cases, with infections confirmed in 38 states. Health experts attribute the rise in cases to lower vaccination rates. (Story URL)
Philadelphia city workers have reached a tentative agreement with the city to end a week-long strike that disrupted residential trash pickup and other services. The deal includes a 3% annual raise for the next three years, with additional raises for some members. Residential trash collection is set to resume, and services like pools and libraries will return to normal. (Story URL)
An appeals court has overturned the so-called ‘click-to-cancel’ rule just days before it was set to be enforced by the federal government. The rule was aimed at making it easier for consumers to cancel subscriptions and programs, but the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit found that the Federal Trade Commission failed to follow procedural requirements under the law. (Story URL)
