Dallas, Texas, has a new luxury addition to its shopping scene. Gianvito Rossi, a high-end shoe brand, has opened its first store in Texas at the NorthPark Center. This brand is known for its expensive shoes, which can cost thousands of dollars. Gianvito Rossi has about five boutiques in the U. S. a
Gary Rairdon is stepping up to run for a spot on the Westbrook City Council. He's not just any candidate, though. He's someone who knows the city inside out and has a real passion for making things better. For years, Gary has been a regular at council meetings. He's not the type to just show up and
In Salvador, Brazil, the heartbeat of Afro-Brazilian culture is strong. The city is a vibrant mix of African traditions, where religion, food, and art come together in a unique way. Candomblé, a religion that blends African and Catholic beliefs, is a big part of life here. In the temples, people wor
Parasitoid wasps are like tiny detectives. They can find their prey in a crowded, smelly world. This is thanks to their super-powered sense of smell. Scientists have been studying a specific type of wasp called Microplitis mediator. They wanted to understand how these wasps use their sense of smell
Block Inc. , founded by Jack Dorsey, is a financial technology company that has been deeply involved in the Bitcoin industry through its various subsidiaries. The company, which was originally called Square and was founded in 2009, started integrating Bitcoin into its technology offerings as early a
With Kamala Harris out of the running for California's governor, the race is wide open. The field is packed with candidates, each trying to stand out. Former U. S. Rep. Katie Porter seems to have a slight edge. She's been raising money fast and has some support in polls. But others, like Xavier Bece
Chicago was buzzing this week, with Lollapalooza bringing in crowds and big-name artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Tyler, the Creator. But the city wasn't just about music; politics was heating up too. Governor Pritzker signed some important bills, including one to boost pensions for certain Chicago p
In July 2025, a funny fake apology letter went viral. It was supposed to be from American Eagle, about their ads with Sydney Sweeney. The letter joked about her looks and even mentioned "denim sensitivity training. " Many people believed it was real, but it was just a joke. The ads showed Sydney Sw
Hulk Hogan, the wrestling superstar, has passed away at the age of 71. The news was confirmed by authorities and WWE. Emergency services were called to his home in Clearwater Beach, Florida, around 9:50 a. m. on Thursday. The call was for a cardiac arrest, and he was taken to Morton Plant Hospital,
Jams, a new player in the frozen PB&J sandwich market, is making waves with the backing of some big-name athletes. Connor Blakley, the 26-year-old founder, aims to challenge Smucker's Uncrustables, which has long held a strong grip on the market. The sandwiches are set to hit 3, 000 Walmart stores
