Basketball fans know the thrill of a powerful dunk. It's a moment that can electrify a crowd and leave everyone talking. At a recent sports media event, high school basketball players from Section III were asked who on their teams might be the next to make a spectacular dunk. Jacob McDonald from Altmar-Parish-Williamstown believes he has the athleticism to pull off ...
Choosing the right place to start a crypto business is tricky. In 2026, new rules will kick in across the EU. This means crypto companies need to think carefully about where to set up shop. A law firm with a lot of experience in this area has shared some advice. The EU is making big changes. Starting in January 2025, there will be new rules for crypto companies. The...
In Hong Kong, a devastating fire has left many families in mourning. The blaze, which engulfed a high-rise apartment complex, has claimed at least 128 lives, with over 200 people still missing. The complex, Wang Fuk Court, was home to many elderly residents. In fact, more than a third of its inhabitants were over the age of 65, a much higher percentage than the city'...
Pope Leo XIV made a powerful statement for unity and peace during his first international visit. He chose a special place for this message: the ruins of an old church by Lake Iznik in Turkey. This is where important Christian leaders met long ago to settle disagreements and create a shared belief that is still used today. The Pope stood with Patriarch Bartholomew, a...
In the vast Atlantic Ocean, tiny bacteria and viruses are always interacting. These bacteria can be divided into two groups: those with a lot of genetic material (HNA) and those with less (LNA). This difference matters because it affects how viruses attack them. Scientists studied these interactions during spring in the Northeast Atlantic. They found that the ocean'...
A man now accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. , once fought in Afghanistan as part of a controversial paramilitary group. This group, known as a “Zero Unit, ” worked closely with the C. I. A. and was notorious for its harsh tactics. Human rights groups even labeled them “death squads. ” The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, grew up in a ...
In a city where skyscrapers are the norm, Hong Kong has always known the risk of high-rise fires. But the recent blaze at the Wang Fuk Court complex in Tai Po district has brought this fear to life in the worst way possible. This fire, which started on Wednesday afternoon, quickly spread to seven buildings, making it the deadliest in Hong Kong's modern history. By T...
Thanksgiving in 2025 brought more than just turkey and pie—it served up a hearty helping of NFL football. The day kicked off with a thrilling matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions. Quarterback Jordan Love shone brightly, tossing four touchdowns, while wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks made two of those catches count, securing a 31-24 victory for th...
A former Peruvian president, known for his humble beginnings, has been given a significant prison term. Pedro Castillo, once called the \"president of the poor, \" was sentenced to over 11 years in prison. This was for his attempt to shut down Congress and rule without their approval. Castillo, a former schoolteacher, became president in 2021. He promised to help Pe...
A recent study from Sweden has stirred up conversations about birth control and breast cancer. This study followed over 2 million women under 50 for more than a decade. The findings show that while hormonal birth control is generally safe, there are slight differences in breast cancer risk depending on the hormones used. The study found a small increase in breast ca...