Learn about support system for foster teens who age out of the system that keeps them from dangerous situations
Foster care and support technically end when a child turns 18, but if those teens age out without programs or support, they can end up homeless, trafficked, or involved with drugs. That's why SJRC Texas provides programs to aid in that transition and ensure success.
The Latest: Alaska opens vaccines to all 16 or older
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker shows Alaska leading states in the percentage of its population to have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. Larry Hogan said Tuesday, citing improving COVID-19 health metrics and increasing vaccinations. It was unclear what authority state officials might be able to exert on federal facilities. โ County health officials in Wyoming have detected the coronavirus variant that originated in South Africa. Another 16 million doses are expected to be shipped by the end of the month.
US trade deficit drops in June on record rise in exports
FILE - In this May 11, 2020 file photo, a container ship is docked at Maher Terminals in Elizabeth, N.J. The U.S. trade deficit rose for the third straight month in May. Both exports and imports fell as the coronavirus outbreak continued to take a toll on world commerce. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)WASHINGTON The U.S. trade deficit fell in June for the first time since February as exports posted a record increase, rising twice as fast as imports. Exports shot up an unprecedented 9.4% to $158.3 billion, and imports rose 4.7% to $208.9 billion.
Glenda Jackson film to launch PBS' 'Masterpiece' anniversary
LOS ANGELES Acclaimed actress Glenda Jackson will launch the 50th season of PBS Masterpiece drama showcase next year. The film Elizabeth is Missing, with Jackson as a woman in search of a vanished friend even as she copes with dementia, will air Jan. 3. It's based on the Emma Healey novel of the same name. Jackson, 84, is a two-time Oscar winner, for Women in Love and A Touch of Class." A 1970s adaptation of Herriots work was a public TV hit.
How Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and Archie Are Celebrating Prince Philip's 99th Birthday
Prince Philip is getting love from his family on his 99th birthday! ET has learned that Philip's grandson, Prince Harry, will be calling the elder royal along with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their 1-year-old son, Archie, to wish the Duke of Edinburgh a happy birthday on Wednesday. Meghan and Harry are marking Philip's birthday much like they did Queen Elizabeth's back in April. #happybirthday"The Instagram accounts for Philip's son, Prince Charles, and the royal family as a whole, both wished him "a very happy birthday" with throwback snaps. RELATED CONTENT:Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip Pose for Portrait for His 99th B-DayPrince Philips First Public Message Since the Coronavirus Quarantine Honors Key WorkersMeghan Markle and Prince Harry's Relationship Is 'Stronger Than Ever'
U.S. trade gap rises to $49.4 billion in April
The gap between what the U.S. sells and what it buys abroad jumped to $49.4 billion in April, up 16,7% from $42.3 billion in March and highest since last August, the Commerce Department said Thursday. April exports fell 20.5% to $151.3 billion, and imports dropped 13.7% to $200.7 billion. Total trade exports plus imports dropped 16.7% in April from March and 24.8% from April 2019. the United States ran a $71.8 billion deficit in the trade of goods such as autos and appliances. It ran a $22.4 billion surplus in the trade of services such as banking and education.