United States
Hooters Closes Several US Stores Due to Disappointing Sales, Tough Market Conditions
Hooters shutters numerous underperforming outlets across the US due to economic issues. At Hooters on February 23, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo : Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Paramount) Hooters has joined several American chains that have shuttered several outlets, citing severe economic difficulties.
Michigan's Bird Flu (H5N1) Outbreak Linked to Texas Dairy Cows, Affecting Poultry and Cattle Operations
USDA experts have traced the spread of the H5N1 virus in Michigan to a herd of dairy cattle imported from Texas, leading to widespread infections among local poultry and cattle.
California Democrats Delay Minimum Wage Hike for Healthcare Workers Amid Budget Crisis
California Democrats have agreed to delay a minimum wage increase for 426,000 healthcare workers to address a $46.8 billion budget deficit.
Student Loan Payments Set to Halve for SAVE Plan Participants Starting July
Starting in July, borrowers enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan will see their monthly student loan payments reduced from 10% to 5% of their income.