In France, a recent incident has sparked a heated debate about gender equality and free speech. Brigitte Macron, the country's first lady, was caught on camera using a derogatory term to describe protesters at a comedy show. The show was performed by Ary Abittan, a comedian who was accused of rape i
The "Dancing with the Stars" live tour is set to hit the road in 2026, featuring some of the biggest names from the show's latest season. Fans can look forward to seeing celebrities like Alix Earle, Dylan Efron, Jordan Chiles, and Robert Irwin, who won the Mirrorball trophy in Season 34. The tour wi
Electric vehicles (EVs) are great, but they don't like the cold. When temperatures drop, so does their range. This isn't just a small drop either. We're talking about a big hit to how far you can go on a single charge. In really cold weather, like 20°F, an EV can lose about 41% of its range. That's
Apple's App Store has come under fire for allowing apps linked to U. S. -sanctioned entities to operate undetected. A recent report from the Tech Transparency Project identified 52 apps connected to organizations on the Treasury Department's Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs) list. These entities
In 2025, state policies are playing a bigger role in shaping business performance than the economy itself. New laws are changing how companies handle labor, the environment, privacy, energy, and even how they report their impact. A recent study found that nearly one-third of businesses have faced lo
Moneyed families are picking up and moving more than ever. Why? Healthcare costs are a big reason. A recent study shows that in 2025, more wealthy people applied for residency or citizenship in other countries than ever before. Almost everyone from 92 different countries wanted to move. This isn't j
In the heart of Africa, a serious situation is unfolding. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a tough challenge. Its foreign minister has a strong message for the Trump administration. She wants them to take action. Specifically, she wants more sanctions on Rwanda. Why? Because of the v
Fairfax County is adding new classes to its middle and high schools. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, students can take courses on artificial intelligence, personal finance, and cybersecurity. The school board approved these changes. Most of the new classes are optional. This means schools can
Green Bay is considering a new rule. It's about business licenses and permits. The city wants to stop giving them to people who owe property taxes. This is not new. Other cities in Wisconsin already do this. But Green Bay is different. Right now, someone can owe years of taxes and still get a licens
Pope Leo XIV recently emphasized the importance of Europe's involvement in any future peace agreement for Ukraine. He made these remarks after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The pope argued that excluding Europe from peace talks would be unrealistic, as the war is happening
