Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has been on a journey to improve reading skills among students. The district has been trying to use the science of reading (SOR), but it hasn't been easy. James Ferguson, a school board director, wanted to know why. He turned to Tina Owen-Moore, the district's board cl
Health goals are popular, but many people struggle to keep them. The problem isn't always motivation. Often, the goals are too big to keep up. Starting small and focusing on science-backed habits can make a big difference. Alcohol is a big issue. Drinking too much can cause health problems. Even cu
In 2025, the Trump administration took a hard stance against cartels by targeting the entertainment industry. Musicians, DJs, and promoters found themselves under scrutiny for alleged ties to cartel money laundering or glorification of drug lords. This crackdown led to canceled tours, frozen assets,
The gaming world is in shock after losing a true pioneer. Vince Zampella, the mastermind behind the "Call of Duty" series and the founder of Respawn Entertainment, has passed away at the age of 55. His death came as a result of a tragic car accident on a scenic highway in Southern California. The c
People in America are generous. In 2024, donations reached new heights, especially when families struggled with delays in food assistance. Yet, overall giving has stayed at 2. 5% of GDP for 50 years. The issue isn't a lack of caring. It's a lack of tools to turn that caring into real change. AI cou
In 2025, REGENT Craft made big strides in developing Seaglider vessels. These aren't your average boats. They're electric, fast, and designed to glide over water like a plane. The year started with testing the Viceroy prototype. This full-scale model has been in the water almost every day. It's not
China has decided to impose tariffs on European dairy products. The move comes after an investigation into EU subsidies for dairy. These subsidies, according to China, have hurt their own dairy industry. The tariffs will range from 21. 9% to 42. 7%. Companies that cooperated with the investigation w
In a recent NFL game, Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver DK Metcalf found himself in a heated moment with a fan. The incident, which took place during the second quarter of the Steelers' 29-24 victory over the Detroit Lions, was captured on television. Metcalf approached a fan leaning over the raili
In a surprising move, the Trump administration recently decided to put a hold on several major wind energy projects along the East Coast of the United States. This decision has caused quite a stir, especially for companies like Dominion Energy, which saw their stock drop by more than 5% after the an
In 2022, NASA achieved a groundbreaking feat by crashing a spacecraft into an asteroid called Dimorphos. The goal was to see if they could change the asteroid's path. The mission, named DART, was a success in shifting the asteroid's orbit. However, new findings show that the impact had more complex
