The Oklahoma City Thunder proved they are still a tough opponent even without their star Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, who missed the game with an abdominal strain. The Los Angeles Lakers had to face a champion team that was missing their own key player, Luka Dončić, who sat out because of a hamstring
Secure homes for Swedish teens who struggle with drugs and trouble‑making are trying a new method that might change how they get help. The program, called Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach, or A‑CRA for short, has already helped many young people in regular clinics stay sober and build bet
The city of Auburn shows a steady decline in criminal activity during 2025. Police reports indicate fewer thefts, assaults and vandalism compared to last year. Officials say the trend is thanks to community programs that keep kids busy after school. Neighborhood watch groups also play a rol
The study checked a short tool that measures how much people admire celebrities. It tested this tool on 367 college students, most of whom were women, in the United States. Researchers also asked about how much worry people feel for others, their levels of depression, anxiety, and stress, and whethe
On February 10, a number of well‑known actors and musicians celebrate their birthdays. Among the most notable is actress Laura Dern, who turns 59 this year. A lesser‑known fact about her is that she once directed a segment of the TV movie “Call Me Crazy: A Five Film. ” Also turning 52 is Eliza
For the biggest televised event of the year, brands pay a fortune for a chance to show their products to millions. The 2026 Super Bowl cost between $7 million and $10 million for a single commercial spot, but the real question is how much the famous faces in those spots earned. Industry experts
"Senate members flipped a decision after pressure from workers, activists and lawyers. They had earlier rejected a rule that would force election results to be sent online right after counting. The rule was seen as a tool against fraud and manipulation. The change came after protests outside parl
Coffee and tea may help keep the mind sharp as we grow older. A recent research paper published in a major medical journal examined how regular consumption of these drinks affects brain health. The study followed almost 132, 000 people for an average of 37 years, tracking their coffee or tea h
Warm baths or a cozy sauna can do more than just relax tired muscles. They also help blood move faster, sweat out small toxins, and calm the nervous system that often feels over‑worked during cold days. When stress slows down our body’s defenses, a quick dip in hot water can bring it back to balance
Schools in San Francisco were closed on Monday when teachers walked off the job for the first time since 1979. The strike was sparked by demands for better health care and higher pay. About 50, 000 students were affected because parents had to find new child‑care and meals. Union leaders an
