Sophie Mercer, a forensic science student from Santa Clarita, has earned a spot in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's University Honors Program. This program is quite competitive, and Sophie is one of 739 students chosen this year. That's a big jump from the previous record set in 2019. To get in
Bangladesh is seeing a big change in its political scene. After a long time away, Tarique Rahman is back in the country. He has been living in London since 2008. Now, he is in the spotlight as the likely next prime minister. Rahman is the son of a former prime minister, Khaleda Zia. He leads the Ban
The National Guard is stepping in to help with rising crime in New Orleans. This is just one of many recent events where the Guard has been called to action. The federal government has the power to send troops to Washington, D. C. , as it is considered a federal area. This decision was made by a fed
The media world is changing fast. In 2025, many well-known journalists left big networks to start their own independent platforms. This shift gave them more freedom to share their opinions without corporate rules. Jim Acosta, a former CNN anchor, left his job after being given a late-night time slo
Parents and teachers in Anchorage are worried. They see students acting out and not enough support to handle these issues. This is making teachers leave their jobs at a rate higher than the national average. Many teachers feel unsupported. Families are questioning if public schools are still the bes
A recent decision by the Education Department has sparked concern among nursing schools and professionals. The department's new rules limit borrowing for certain graduate programs, including nursing. This has led to worries about a potential shortage of advanced nursing professionals. Several Repub
Nexa Cards, a fintech company known for its crypto-friendly cards, is in talks to buy OX Agency. This move is all about boosting security and making sure everything runs smoothly. OX Agency specializes in facial recognition and AI-powered identity checks. By adding this tech, Nexa Cards aims to make
In a recent development, the United States has called on all sides in Honduras to accept the results of the presidential election. Nasry Asfura, the candidate from the conservative National Party, was announced as the winner after a lengthy process marked by delays and accusations of wrongdoing. As
In recent weeks, law enforcement agencies across the region have been busy. From attempted robberies to domestic disputes, here's a rundown of some notable cases. A teen with a gun tried to rob a store in Beecher but fled in a car. Meanwhile, a man from Sauk Village is in jail, waiting to be sent b
The U. S. economy showed surprising strength, growing by 4. 3% in the third quarter. This growth, revealed in a delayed report due to the government shutdown, came despite a recent dip in consumer sentiment. Spending, however, remained robust, climbing to 3. 5% from the previous quarter's 2. 5%. Ho
