DC has been in the spotlight lately, and not just for the usual reasons. A recent report from the House Oversight Committee has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. It claims that former DC Police Chief Pamela Smith was involved in a scheme to fiddle with crime data. This isn't just about numbers
Chicago's mayor, Brandon Johnson, has a plan to borrow a huge amount of money. He wants to sell bonds worth $3. 8 billion. But not everyone is on board with this idea. One city council member, Alderman Bill Conway, is pushing back. He thinks the amount is too high. He wants to cut it down by more t
Big changes are happening in the world of tech banking. Goldman Sachs is mixing up its team to keep up with the growing AI industry. This isn't just about AI itself. It's about all the stuff that makes AI work, like the internet and computer chips. Two leaders, Yasmine Coupal and Jason Tofsky, are
A recent event brought together local leaders to discuss the future of education. The Bettendorf School District invited lawmakers to share their thoughts on how to improve schools. This was not just a casual chat. It was a serious talk about making schools better for everyone. The main goal was to
Graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms, has been a hot topic in science for years. But now, researchers are looking at stacked layers of graphene, twisted at special angles, called magic angles. These twisted layers can show weird and interesting behaviors, like becoming insulators or even superco
The Tan Yeok Nee House, a grand old mansion in Singapore, has just reopened after a long makeover. This place is special because it's the last of its kind, a traditional Teochew home that's now a national treasure. For over a century, it was a private home, but now it's open to everyone, ready to sh
The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is a fancy e-reader with a color screen and a stylus. It sounds perfect for note-takers and book lovers. But is it really worth the high price tag? First, let's talk about the good stuff. The device is light and thin. The stylus feels nice to use. The battery lasts a lon
In the heart of New York City, a massive sandstone Buddha statue is set to make a bold statement. This 27-foot-tall figure, crafted by artist Tuan Andrew Nguyen, will stand tall on the High Line's Plinth in 2026. The statue, named \"The Light That Shines Through the Universe, \" is a replica of one
Rosacea is a skin condition that affects over 14 million people in the United States. It is characterized by frequent redness, acne-like breakouts, and visible blood vessels. It is more common in women and those with fair skin. Interestingly, it can be diagnosed at any age, but many people start not
In the world of medical imaging, a new hero is emerging. This hero is called 68Ga-FAPI. It's better at finding trouble in the liver than the older hero, 18F-FDG. This is big news for people who have problems with their bile ducts. Recently, doctors saw this in action. A 38-year-old man came in with
