Minneapolis is at a crossroads, with policing and public safety at the heart of the upcoming mayoral election. The city has faced significant challenges since the murder of George Floyd in 2020, including rising crime rates, a demoralized police force, and a public that has struggled to trust law en
New evidence photos show the leather case that once held Bryan Kohberger’s KA-BAR knife. This knife was used in the brutal murder of four University of Idaho students. The photos were released by Idaho police. They show many items collected from the crime scene. The items include gloves, band-aids,
Many people think the problem with schools is just about kids not reading enough. But it's way bigger than that. The real issue is that screens are changing how kids think. It's not just phones; it's all the tech in their lives. From tablets at home to Chromebooks in class, screens are everywhere.
The human body is a symphony of rhythms. From the steady beat of the heart to the ebb and flow of sleep, these rhythms keep us ticking. Now, scientists have uncovered a surprising link between the gut and the brain. Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that the gut's rhyt
Solar panels are everywhere, helping us generate clean energy. But what happens when they reach the end of their life? Mostly, they end up in landfills, which is not great for the environment. These panels contain materials like lead and zinc, which can leak out and cause harm. Scientists have found
The U. S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, is in South Korea. He is there to talk about the future of U. S. troops in the country. The talks are part of the annual Security Consultative Meeting. This meeting is important. It helps the U. S. and South Korea plan their military alliance. They also dis
Insects can be a big problem. They spread diseases. Scientists have a plan. They want to use radiation to sterilize them. Then, release them into the wild. This is called the sterile insect technique (SIT). The goal is to reduce the insect population. A special machine was tested. It's called the P
The Food and Drug Administration's drug division is in chaos. Dr. George Tidmarsh, who leads this division, is on leave. He says it's because he spoke up about a new program. This program fast-tracks some drug approvals. He thinks it's not based on solid science. Instead, he believes politics are pl
Office Depot and OfficeMax, two big names in office supplies, are shutting down almost 100 more stores. This is not just a recent thing. It has been going on for a while. The company that owns them, ODP Corporation, has been struggling. This is because people are buying things online more often. The
The Detroit Tigers are kicking off their offseason with some roster tidying. After the World Series wrapped up, the Tigers, like other teams, are diving into the routine tasks that come with the end of a season. First up, the Tigers have 47 players on their 40-man roster. But six players are now fr
