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The U. S. Department of Education has launched an inquiry after a complaint claimed that Portland Public Schools engaged in “racial preferencing” by creating the Center for Black Student Excellence....
Ukraine has added a new set of restrictions on Belarus’s leader, Alexander Lukashenko. The aim is to punish Minsk for helping Russia in its conflict with Kyiv. Belarus has been a key launch pad for Ru...
The United Nations has warned that the use of drones in Sudan is causing huge human losses. In just two days, more than 50 people were killed by ai...
The U. S. ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, told a Washington broadcast that Europe’s relaxed stance after the Soviet collapse is now at odds with...
Nevada’s gaming authorities have filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, a company that runs an online platform where people bet on sports and other events. T...
The state’s top prosecutor has taken legal action against a local children’s medical center, claiming that the facility is committing fraud by providi...
A sudden shakeup at one of the world’s biggest port groups shows how a disgraced financier’s reach stretched far beyond the United States. The chief e...
Peruvian lawmakers are set to choose a new president after the sudden removal of José Jerí. The chosen candidate will serve only until July 28, when t...
The new office for Imabari Shipbuilding’s Marugame site was finished in 2025. It covers 8, 489 square metres and is located on a former industrial plot that once stretched over 0. 88 km². Architects...
Health insurers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to streamline claims, detect fraud, and predict patient needs. But who keeps an eye on how these powerful tools are being applied?...
The conversation starts with the idea that technology deals can pose hidden threats to national safety. It then explains how a new book tackles the ma...
Investigators are using a new tool that can find the tiny radio waves from devices like pacemakers. The device, called a “signal sniffer, ” was mad...
Hefei, a city about the size of Chicago, is turning into a hub for drones that do far more than drop snacks. The local authorities use these unmanned...
Abundantia Entertainment and InVideo have teamed up to launch a new film studio that will rely entirely on artificial intelligence. The venture is bac...
A fresh update in iOS 26. 4 hints that Apple TV will soon appear on CarPlay, opening the door for other streaming giants to follow suit. The beta rele...
The recent rise of a chatbot that could generate and share millions of sexualized images of real people sparked a debate about how to protect individu...
The 95‑year‑old Rosine, who calls herself Neni, lives alone in a bright condo she bought after her husband died. She still keeps busy: baking, attending board meetings, scrubbing floors, and dusting a...
Lindora, a well-known name in medical weight loss, has just brought in a big name to lead their health efforts. JJ Virgin is now their Chief Metabolic Health Officer. She’s all about fixing your metab...
Public health is all about getting people to adopt healthier habits. But how do you make that happen in a world where everyone is glued to their scree...
Measles is back, and it's hitting college campuses hard. Recently, over 40 students at a private college in southwest Florida were diagnosed with the...
Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer that can spread quickly to other parts of the body. It starts in the cells that give skin its color. Spottin...
AI is everywhere, even in health care. Many people use AI tools like chatbots to get medical advice. This can be helpful, but it also has risks. For e...
The medical field has a problem. They claim vaccines are safe and work well, but there are many contradictions and mistakes in their arguments. Even t...
A major strike is unfolding in California and Hawaii. Over 31, 000 health workers have been on strike for four weeks. They are demanding better pay an...
The Aurora Cooperative hosted a large gathering last week, drawing more than 700 people who work in farming and ranching. The event took place at the town’s center and included students from local hig...
A blaze erupted early Wednesday morning at a commercial building in Lake in the Hills that stored snowmobiles, boats and personal watercraft. Firefighters were summoned just before 1 a. m. to the addr...
A leading AI firm has shifted its main office from Denver to Aventura, just north of Miami. The company’s new address is 19505 Biscayne Boulevard, Sui...
SolarEdge, a key player in smart solar technology, shared its earnings for the last quarter and the full year of 2025. The company reported a reven...
Visit Alamosa has begun accepting grant applications for the upcoming year, giving local non‑profits a chance to secure funding for their events. T...
Santa Clarita Valley recently showcased its thriving business community at a unique event. The usual venue was swapped for an artsy setting, bringing...
Money is finally moving to those wronged by Navient, but not without a long delay. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has started sending...
The city of Atlanta has become a hub for creativity, business, and community effort. A conversation with Tony Ressler, the owner of the Hawks, and Lud...
South Portland’s girls basketball squad has had to shift its game plan this season. Because the Maine Principals’ Association moved many schools into Class A, the early rounds of the state tourname...
Russia will send a small delegation to the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, ending over ten years of sports isolation. The move follows growing support among international sporting bodies to lift the l...
The schedule for Thursday, Feb. 19, brings a mix of college basketball, golf, and other sports to TV screens across the country. First up, fans can...
Curling, a sport known for its smooth stone slides and strategic sweeping, has become a surprising hotspot for bettors during the Winter Olympics in M...
Nate Williams began his life in Rochester, New York. He grew up on the court, practicing every day with friends and family. His talent caught the eye...
Ronda Rousey is back, and this time, her fight won't be under the UFC's watch. She's taking on Gina Carano, and it's happening on Jake Paul's Most Val...
In North Carolina, a special baseball league is making a big difference for kids with disabilities. The Miracle League at the Keith Family YMCA gives...
In the high-stakes world of endurance racing, things don't always go as planned. Sometimes, equipment fails, and you're forced to retire early. It's f...
Scientists have found that bananas grown close to the Doce River estuary in Brazil could be risky for children under six. The danger comes from metals left over after a 2015 dam collapse that released...
A new German invention has pushed the limits of gas turbines. Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology built a compressorless turbine that ran for 303 seconds—longer than NASA’s previous re...
The latest climate data shows the planet is heating faster than ever. 2025 has become one of the hottest years recorded, with temperatures exceeding p...
The Artemis II mission, set to be the first human moon voyage in half a century, is taking no chances with astronaut health. Before liftoff, the four...
Scientists have developed clever ways to find and study viruses. First, they collect samples from people or animals that show symptoms. The samp...
Winchester is a small town in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley that offers a peaceful place for people who want to retire without the bustle of big cities. The community is famous for its apple orchard...
In the heart of Mount Pleasant, a unique opportunity has surfaced. A home at 769 Bulls Bay Boulevard is up for grabs. This isn't just any house. It's a gateway to a private golf community that's been...
A person has been helping their elderly parents for a year. Their mother has a problem with hoarding and spending money. The father is not well and ca...
A group of students at a university have started a club that is about more than just grilling food. They want to build a community around it. The Gato...
A seasoned reporter has called the Treasure Coast her home for over three decades. She first arrived in 1995 to cover local towns, noticing a landscap...
It is rare to find a moment that feels like the right time and place for love. A woman who usually keeps her private life close to her chest has a...
A farmer in a quiet village wanted to meet his neighbors, so he set up a big meal and asked his daughter to invite everyone. Instead of shouting about...
A quarterback who is still in his twenties has sparked a new conversation about getting married before the age of thirty. His name is Drake Maye, and...
JPMorgan has chosen Catherine O'Donnell to head its North America Leveraged Finance unit. She will m...
The Ghanaian government just cleared 10 billion cedis, about $910 million, in interest payments unde...
Navient, a major player in the student loan industry, has finally started sending out payments to bo...
Retirement planning can be tricky. A recent study found that many Americans think they need around $...
Italy is not just a dream destination for tourists. It's becoming a hotspot for the wealthy. Over 3,...
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has just wrapped up a big deal. They created a special fund cal...
The euro is getting a new mission. Finance leaders from the euro‑area want the single currency to...
Dutch state bank Invest International has agreed to lend Nexperia $60 million, aiming to grow the co...
In a bold move, Uruguay’s finance chief announced that the country will start issuing half of its go...
China is shaking things up with its digital yuan, adding interest to red envelopes for the Lunar New...
