A disagreement has sparked between President Donald Trump and the architect he chose for a White House ballroom project. The issue? Size matters. Trump wants to go big, really big, with a 90, 000-square-foot addition. But architect James McCrery II isn't so sure. He's worried this massive addition m
In a groundbreaking move, a Swiss startup has introduced a new way to customize reading glasses. The product, called read on light customized, was launched in September 2025 and has already won a prestigious award. The German Design Award 2026 in the category of Excellent Product Design – Lifestyle
A federal judge recently dismissed criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that the prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, was not lawfully appointed. This decision is a blow to former President Trump's efforts to pursue legal action
The world of entertainment is changing. People want things fast and easy. This is especially true in the gaming world. Short, quick games are becoming more popular. These games are made for short breaks. They are simple to play and give quick rewards. One reason these games are popular is because o
COP30 wrapped up in November 2025 in Belém, Brazil, a city near the Amazon. This yearly meeting brings together countries to talk about climate change and how to fix it. The goal is to keep global warming close to 1. 5°C above pre-industrial levels. But this year, people criticized the event for bei
Mattel, the company behind beloved brands like Barbie and Hot Wheels, is diving into a new adventure. They're planning to build a unique water park in Orlando, Florida. This won't be your typical water park, though. It's going to have a retractable roof, so the fun can go on rain or shine. The park
Portland has a speeding problem. But instead of relying on cops to enforce speed limits, some people think smart engineering could be the answer. Imagine driving a car that automatically adjusts its speed to stay within the limit. That's what adaptive cruise control does. It keeps a safe distance fr
In the heart of Seattle, a designer is on a mission to change the fashion game. Janelle Abbott, a 35-year-old creative force, is tackling the fashion industry's waste problem head-on. Her studio is a treasure trove of reclaimed textiles, ready to be transformed into unique, sustainable fashion piece
Architecture is changing. It's not just about people anymore. Designers are now thinking about how to create spaces that work for all living things. This is a big shift from the old way of doing things, where humans were the only focus. Some studios are leading this change. They are asking importan
Monica Rich Kosann's journey from photographer to jewelry designer is quite the story. She started by capturing intimate moments for big names like Usher and Jennifer Lopez. But it was her unique idea of putting these photos in vintage lockets that sparked her jewelry career. The lockets she design
