Elmhurst’s finance committee, tasked with trimming the city budget, has spent most of its time in private sessions. Since late January, about two‑thirds of the committee’s hours have been closed to the public. In total, members met privately for roughly three and a half hours while only two hours we
European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen plan a video call with key Middle Eastern figures on Monday to talk about the region’s tensions. The meeting aims to let the leaders share their views on current events and explore how the EU can help countries there. It also seeks to dis
Ethereum exchange‑traded funds attracted $169 million on a recent Wednesday, the largest intake in two months. The surge nearly matched the $175 million that flowed in on January 14, according to market data. The digital coin’s price climbed 4. 3% in the last day, moving to about $2, 130 after
East Asian cities are breathing in more than just the night air. Smog, dust, and fumes from factories, traffic and coal plants mix into a harmful cocktail that harms every part of the body. Studies show people in these regions are more likely to suffer from heart attacks, asthma, and even brai
Elmina Aghayeva, a 29‑year‑old senior from Azerbaijan studying at Columbia University, has built an online presence that showcases a blend of academic focus and personal style. Her Instagram feed features study sessions, workout routines, and chic library looks, all framed by a self‑described “beaut
Engineers shape the roads, bridges and water that keep communities alive. Their work is often hidden behind everyday life, yet it decides how safe and clean our world feels. The latest National Engineer’s Week highlighted this unseen influence, urging young people to see engineering as a creat
Eileen Gu and Caitlin Clark made a splash at the Prada event in Milan, turning heads with their stylish outfits. Gu, fresh from her Olympic success, arrived in a sleek all‑gray ensemble that even reached her socks. Clark opted for a relaxed look, pairing khakis with a striped polo, jacket and
Elsie Hewitt, the partner of a well‑known comedian, recently shared her thoughts about how she raised their daughter. She chose formula instead of breastfeeding and explained why that decision felt right for her. The baby arrived in early December, after the couple had only announced their relation
Ernie Johnson, who stepped in to lead CBS and TNT’s March Madness coverage after Greg Gumbel’s passing, has announced he will skip the first two weeks of the tournament. Instead, former NFL wide‑receiver Nate Burleson will take over for those early rounds—his first time calling the NCAA Tournamen
Electric vehicles are not just for roads. They are now sailing the seas. The Ning Yuan Dian Kun, a container ship, is a game-changer. It's the first of its kind. It runs on electricity, not diesel. This ship can carry 740 containers. That's a lot of cargo! The ship has 10 big batteries. They are li
