February 12 brings a mix of stars and historic figures. The day marks the birthdays of actors, musicians, and even a former U. S. president. Arsenio Hall celebrates his 70th year. He once hosted a popular talk show and his mother was a writer for television dramas. John Michael Higgins turn
The news of James Van Der Beek’s death at 48, after a fight with stage‑3 colorectal cancer, has set off a wave of heartfelt messages from his peers. Friends and co‑stars across the industry have taken to social media, each offering a personal tribute that highlights his warmth and talent. Sarah M
The study explores why many Mexican‑American students in college vape, using a well-known psychology framework that looks at how people learn from each other and their surroundings. Researchers gathered stories and observations to see how personal confidence, beliefs about vaping, and expectations o
Syracuse started its sports day with a big shock: the university’s athletic director, John Wildhack, announced he would retire on July 1. The news came just before the Orange were set to face California in the JMA Wireless Dome, adding extra pressure on the team and its new head coach, Adrian Autry.
The town of Uvira, on the border with Burundi and a key trading spot by Lake Tanganyika, is slowly regaining life after a brief occupation. In December, fighters from the AFC/M23 group took control of Uvira and left a week later when pressure from the United States pushed them out. This allowed Cong
A new player is stepping up for France’s next presidential race. Bruno Retailleau, who led the interior ministry last year, has announced he will run in 2027. The 65‑year‑old comes from a long line of conservative politicians in western France. Retailleau’s time as interior minister was sho
In today’s digital world, dating apps can feel like a fast‑paced sales pitch where people compare themselves to items on sale. A researcher who has spent decades studying relationships says this focus on “mate value” is a myth that makes dating feel more like a job than a journey. He argues that rea
A fresh season of the crime drama that follows Alex Cross is already streaming on Prime Video. In this installment, actor Matthew Lillard joins the cast as Lance Durand, a wealthy businessman who begins receiving ominous death threats. The plot pushes Cross and his partner Kayla to protect Durand wh
A sudden stop of flights at El Paso airport last night made clear how much cartels rely on cheap drones. The closure was blamed by U. S. officials on a drone that entered U. S. airspace from Mexico, but other sources say the real reason was a nearby test of a laser‑based anti‑drone system that co
Melquizael Costa is 29 years old and has a record of 25 wins and 7 losses. He mixes powerful strikes with smooth submissions, which has earned him a spot in the UFC’s ranked fights. He is about to face Dan Ige at UFC Fight Night 267, a bout that many people see as a real challenge for him. Costa wa
