A growing trend shows students pulling out smartphones more than textbooks during lectures. While some argue these devices boost learning by providing instant information, others worry they’re turning classrooms into distraction zones. Research suggests that the average student checks their phone up
Derwin James Jr. shared his thoughts at LAX after the Fanatics Flag Football Classic, where NFL teammates faced off against the U. S. flag football squad and celebrities. He praised the flag players for their skill but urged active NFL athletes to think twice about joining the 2028 Summer Games. Jam
New York airports have seen a new group of federal agents. These officers belong to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. Their arrival has sparked worry among many travelers. People without permanent status are especially concerned. Some have already called lawyers for advice on
Two friends pedal through Alaska’s winter wilderness with little more than bikes, snacks, and a plan. The journey started in Fairbanks when the temperature barely climbed above 0°F. Loaded with gear, they rode east on a packed trail, then turned onto a smooth bike path leading past the university. S
The first thing that caught everyone’s eye at the Dodgers’ opening‑day game was not a fireworks display or a celebrity cameo; it was two gleaming trophies that glowed under the afternoon sun. The 2024 and 2025 World Series cups were carried into the dugout by two veteran players who had helped win
The calm weather we’ve been enjoying is about to change. A chilly front will bring a cool breeze this weekend, but it also creates conditions that can let fires spread fast. Rain is expected to increase next week. A dense fog advisory covers parts of southeast Louisiana and south Mississippi until
The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology is usually a quiet group. It gets noticed only when something goes wrong. The new council was announced after a long delay, and most of its members are not scientists. The list shows nine seats still empty. The people who were chosen so
Shon Lowe’s story shows how one woman turned a family crisis into a lesson for everyone. Her mother, Terrie Montgomery, began buying the same items repeatedly and losing track of details—small signs that were easily ignored in many households. In Black communities, these hints are often swept
Many adults are now being studied to see how tough times in childhood affect their health later. Researchers followed more than 150, 000 people from the UK Biobank for about four decades. They asked each person about scary or difficult events before age 18 and grouped them into none, mild (1–2
The internet has long made money by showing ads while people browse. Now experts think that smart shopping bots could stop this model. A founder of a new AI company says the web’s business has relied on “distraction” for decades. When people read a page, an ad can grab part of their attenti
