Markie Martin

2 weeks ago | newsnationnow.com | Markie Martin

(NewsNation) — Anyone hoping to repair or replace their air conditioning units this summer may face higher prices. New federal rules are contributing to a nationwide refrigerant shortage, meaning getting cool could cost you just as it’s about to get hot. Starting this year, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is mandating a switch to more climate friendly refrigerants, but the rush to roll out new coolants has set off a supply crisis.

3 weeks ago | newsnationnow.com | Markie Martin

(NewsNation) — As the search continues for two escaped inmates in New Orleans, attention is shifting to a deeper issue: the true cost of incarceration in the United States. While the Prison Policy Initiative estimates the country spends $182 billion annually on its criminal justice system, a new report from criminal justice reform group FWD.us puts the cost for families at nearly $350 billion.

1 month ago | newsnationnow.com | Markie Martin

Early childhood divorce tied to incarceration, teen pregnancy Children whose parents divorced before age 5 earn 13% less by age 27 Financial strain, relocation, absent parents drive negative outcomes( NewsNation) - Childhood divorce, specifically for young children, can lead to significantly greater challenges later in life, new research suggests.

1 month ago | newsnationnow.com | Markie Martin

US faces a shortage of 1.8 million care workers amid rising demand: Study 30-50% of caregivers suffer from depression due to lack of support Experts warn that without action, the entire care system may collapse( NewsNation) - A new study is bringing renewed attention to one of the United States' most fragile support systems: caregiving.

1 month ago | newsnationnow.com | Markie Martin

Talon-A drone hits Mach 5, marking key milestone in US hypersonic aircraft Reusable tech boots US in race with China, Russia in advanced missile systems US military hasn't flown a reusable hypersonic-speed aircraft since 1968( NewsNation) - The Pentagon announced Monday that the United States successfully completed two test flights of a reusable hypersonic aircraft, marking a significant step in the development of weapons capable of flying more than five times the speed of sound.