Dutch man attempting to walk around the world
How do you walk around the world? Well, one step at a time! A Dutch man embarked on his epic 25,000 mile trek last May, but how’s it going? ABC News tracks his progress.
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One final approval needed before kids as young as 6-months-old can get a COVID-19 vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration signed off on vaccines for American children as young as 6-months-old. Now it’s onto the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the final green light. Shots could go into arms next week if they’re authorized for emergency use.
Debate over laws prohibiting early school instruction on gender and sexual identity continues
Across the country, debate is raging over laws prohibiting early classroom instruction on sexuality and gender identity. While some argue this legislation protects parents’ rights when it comes to their children’s education, others say this marginalizes LGBTQ+ youth, highlighting the importance of supportive environments.
Consumer News: Current gas prices in the Columbia area, flight delays and cancellations on the rise
Consumer News: Current gas prices in the Columbia area, flight delays and cancellations on the rise
Stock market takes another dive
The stock market is taking another steep dive after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates to fight inflation, but what products are taking the biggest hit?
More than 1500 flights grounded Thursday
The summer travel nightmare appears to get even worse. Yesterday was one of the worst days yet for recent air travel, and the peak summer vacation season is just getting underway.
Concerns on Wall Street grow over a looming recession
Concerns are growing on Wall Street about a looming recession. The focus remains on inflation and gas prices, with President Joe Biden suggesting he may take new action.
Two Americans fighting in Ukraine reportedly captured
Two American fighters in Ukraine are missing, reportedly captured. Their families are asking for help, as President Joe Biden pledges another billion dollars in military aid.
Concerns grow over the possible side effects of the recent interest rate hike
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates, with the biggest hike in nearly three decades, in order to help fight inflation. The move also triggers fears about the possible side effects, an economic slowdown or even a recession.
Fed raises interest rates for third time this year
The Federal Reserve aggressively raises interest rates again, the third time they’ve done that this year. The move is an attempt to bring down record-high inflation, but it’s expected to have an immediate impact on how much Americans will have to pay to borrow money. It is already sparking fears of a possible recession.
