Chicago's schools are in a tough spot. The new leader, Macquline King, just told everyone that the money trouble is worse than they thought. They need to find $730 million, which is a lot more than they expected. This means big decisions are coming. King is new to the job, but she knows it's her jo
Bison in the United States are facing a serious problem: Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis). This sneaky germ is causing big issues for bison herds, making them sick and even killing some. It's not just bad for the animals; it's also hurting the people who raise them and the efforts to protect bison. A re
Senators in the US are finally getting a classified briefing about the recent strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, but not without some drama. The White House had to push back the original schedule, which has Democrats pretty upset. They say the administration is keeping them in the dark, especially sin
A recent court decision in Japan has blocked Google from selling certain older Pixel phones. The ruling came after a patent dispute with Pantech, a Korean mobile company. The patents in question involve technology used in 4G networks. The court found that Google had not been cooperative in resolvin
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made another groundbreaking discovery. This time, it's not a distant galaxy or a nebula, but a planet outside our solar system. The planet, named TWA 7b, is about the size of Saturn and orbits a young red dwarf star. What makes this discovery special is that
People who inject drugs often face big hurdles when thinking about quitting. A recent study looked at what makes someone ready to change their drug use habits. Researchers talked to 472 people in Los Angeles and Denver between 2021 and 2022. They found that people were at different stages of readine
In the world of birds, some young ones stay put in their family home longer than others. This is common in species where family members team up to raise chicks. Researchers looked into this behavior using data from the Seychelles warbler, a bird that lives in groups. They wanted to know what makes t
Opioid use disorder is a big problem. Many people struggle to get the help they need. Two medications, buprenorphine and naltrexone, can make a real difference. But not everyone gets equal access to these treatments. Race, ethnicity, and insurance type play a big role in who receives these medicatio
The Curiosity rover has sent back some fascinating pictures from Mars. These images show strange patterns on a mountain. Scientists think these patterns might tell us about water on Mars a long time ago. Mars is a dry, dusty place now. But it wasn't always like this. Long ago, rivers, lakes, and ma
Measles has made a comeback in North Carolina. A child in the Greensboro area tested positive for the virus. This has put hospitals in the Triangle area on high alert. They are watching for any new cases. Measles is highly contagious. It can spread through the air and stay on surfaces. Experts say
