Is Apple Inc. a Buy?
Even though Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) recorded record revenue and earnings per share (EPS) in the first quarter of 2018, questions remain about the company's long-term prospects.
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Opioid Crisis Fast Facts
(CNN) — Here’s a look at the opioid crisis. Experts say the United States is in the throes of an opioid epidemic. An estimated 8.9 million Americans aged 12 and older misused opioids in 2022, including 8.5 million prescription pain…
Opioid Crisis Fast Facts
(CNN) — Here’s a look at the opioid crisis. Experts say the United States is in the throes of an opioid epidemic. An estimated 9.2 million Americans aged 12 and older misused opioids in 2021, including 8.7 million prescription pain…
Firefighters gaining in battle against largest blaze in Los Angeles history
Firefighters gained ground Sunday in their battle against the La Tuna brush fire near Burbank, California, in Los Angeles County.
Ernst runs into the anti-Trump resistance in rural Iowa
A rising star in the Senate Republican ranks ran into a mess in her home state Tuesday.
Amber Heard donates divorce settlement to charity
Amber Heard has made good on her promise to give the millions she received from her divorce settlement with Johnny Depp to charity.Heard distributed her $7 million settlement between two organizations -- Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and the ACLU,…
Zika Virus Infection Fast Facts
Here's a look at Zika virus, an illness spread through mosquito bites that can cause birth defects and other neurological defects.FactsSources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO) and CNNZika virus is a flavivirus, part of…
About Brazil
The 2016 games will take place in Rio de Janeiro and the surrounding area in Brazil. Here's some basic information about the country.
Lionel Messi Fast Facts
Here is a look at the life of soccer player Lionel "Leo" Messi, who plays for Argentina's national team and Paris Saint-Germain.PersonalBirth date: June 24, 1987Birth place: Rosario, ArgentinaBirth name: Lionel Andrés MessiFather: Jorge Messi, factory workerMother: Celia Cuccittini de…
Sudan Fast Facts
Here's a look at Sudan, a North African country bordering the Red Sea, Egypt, Libya, Chad, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Eritrea.About Sudan(from the CIA World Factbook)Area: 1,861,484 sq km slightly less than one-fifth the size of the…
Cholera Fast Facts
Here's a look at cholera, an acute diarrheal infection that has killed thousands of people worldwide. Facts Cholera is contracted by consuming food or water contaminated with the bacteria Vibrio cholerae. The bacteria is usually found in water contaminated with…
World Cup Fast Facts
Here's a look at the World Cup football (soccer) tournaments. The World Cup is organized by FIFA, the Federation Internationale de Football Association. Men's and women's tournaments are held every four years.July 10-August 20, 2023 - The Women's World Cup…
2011 Africa and Middle East Unrest Fast Facts
(CNN) — Here is a look at Arab Spring, anti-government protests that began in Tunisia in December 2010 and spread throughout the Middle East and Africa in 2011. AlgeriaJanuary 4, 2011 - Protests begin, sparked by an increase in food…
Jeb Bush Fast Facts
(CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida.PersonalBirth date: February 11, 1953Birth place: Midland, TexasBirth name: John Ellis BushFather: George H.W. Bush, 41st president of the United StatesMother: Barbara (Pierce) BushMarriage: Columba (Garnica…
John F. Kennedy Assassination Fast Facts
Here's some background information about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963.TimelineNovember 22, 1963- 11:37 a.m. - Air Force One arrives at Dallas' Love Field with the President and his wife, Jacqueline Kennedy, Texas Governor John…
Joanne Woodward Fast Facts
Here's a look at the life of Oscar-winning actress, Joanne Woodward.PersonalBirth date: February 27, 1930Birth place: Thomasville, GeorgiaBirth name: Joanne Gignilliat Trimmier WoodwardFather: Wade Woodward, school administrator and traveling salesmanMother: Elinor (Trimmier) Woodward, aircraft factory workerMarriage: Paul Newman (January 29,…
