Fairfax County is adding new classes to its middle and high schools. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, students can take courses on artificial intelligence, personal finance, and cybersecurity. The school board approved these changes. Most of the new classes are optional. This means schools can
Greece is making waves as the top retirement destination, thanks to its affordable living, excellent healthcare, and welcoming culture. This Mediterranean gem has climbed to the top of the retirement rankings, offering a lifestyle that's both enriching and budget-friendly. The country's economic gr
TUI, the biggest travel company in Europe, has shared its plans for 2026. The company is being careful about its predictions. It thinks its money from selling trips will go up by 2% to 4%. That's not as much as some people thought it would be. The company says the world is full of uncertainties righ
Trade talks between the US and India are getting tense. The US president, Donald Trump, has hinted at slapping new tariffs on Indian rice. This comes after American farmers complained that cheap rice imports from India, Vietnam, and Thailand are hurting their business. Trump questioned why India doe
Vancouver and its surrounding areas are preparing for a significant weather event. An atmospheric river is expected to bring a lot of rain, possibly up to 80 mm, to the region. This heavy rain could lead to flooding, especially in areas like the Fraser Valley. The rain is expected to start on Tuesda
In a world where wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense, technology is stepping up to help. FireSwarm Solutions Inc. has just been chosen to join NATO's Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) for 2026. This is a big deal because it means their tech could soon be used
Donald Trump is out there, telling everyone how amazing the economy is under his leadership. He's giving it an "A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus. " But do people really believe him? Not really. A big chunk of voters, 63% to be exact, don't think the economy is as great as he says. So, he's been rallying i
Huntsville, Alabama, is about to get a major boost. Eli Lilly, a big name in the pharmaceutical world, is putting $6 billion into a new facility there. This isn't just any old factory; it's a high-tech hub for making advanced medicines. The focus will be on small molecule synthetic and peptide medic
Florida has been making headlines lately for its high number of executions. In a recent case, a 58-year-old man named Mark Geralds was put to death for a crime he committed over three decades ago. This was the 18th execution in Florida this year alone, setting a new record for the state. Geralds wa
Pennsylvania's Governor, Josh Shapiro, is under scrutiny. A committee in the state legislature, led by Republicans, has decided to dig deeper into how Shapiro is using public money. They want to know about the security upgrades made to his private home. This comes after a firebombing incident at his
