In a move that has sparked debate, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has ordered a review of U. S. intelligence agencies to see if random polygraph tests for employees and contractors could be a good idea. This comes as the Trump administration is trying hard to stop leaks of secret in
The White House is stirring up trouble with a new idea: maybe furloughed workers shouldn't get paid for days they didn't work during the government shutdown. This thought comes from a draft memo, but it's not clear if anyone is seriously considering it. This idea is a big deal. It goes against what
Paris Fashion Week was a rollercoaster of fashion choices. Some celebrities nailed it, while others missed the mark. Let's dive in. First up, an actor made a bold statement in a shiny minidress. The dress had knots and white fur details, giving it a unique look. She kept the rest of her outfit simp
Parasites are a big problem for sheep and goats. They can make animals sick and hurt farm productivity. One of the worst parasites is Haemonchus contortus. It's a tiny worm that lives in the stomach of sheep and goats. Farmers use drugs to kill these worms. But now, the worms are fighting back. They
A former finance bigwig's assistant is now in hot water. Jennifer Powers, 45, is accused of some serious crimes. She stands charged with sex trafficking and helping to transport women across states for dubious acts. This all ties back to her former boss, Howard Rubin, a once-respected portfolio mana
In the vibrant waters of Colombia's Caribbean coast, a 70-year-old marine biologist named Elvira Alvarado is on a mission. She's not just any scientist; she's a pioneer in coral reef restoration and has been dubbed "the mother of Colombian corals. " Her journey began nearly half a century ago when s
Oksana Baiul, a name synonymous with grace and determination, has had quite the journey. Born in Ukraine, she rose to fame as a figure skater, making history as the first athlete to win gold for independent Ukraine at the 1994 Winter Olympics. Her coach, Galina Zmievskaya, often spoke about the toug
A journalist from El Salvador, Mario Guevara, was sent back to his home country after being held in the U. S. for months. He had been covering a protest in Georgia when he was arrested and handed over to immigration authorities. Guevara, who had been living in the U. S. for 20 years, was known for
In North Carolina, the ongoing federal government shutdown has led to a tough situation for state workers. Around 200 employees are now on unpaid leave, a move that the Office of State Human Resources says is a last resort. The shutdown, which started last Wednesday, is causing ripples across the st
Patricia Routledge, the beloved actress who brought the character Hyacinth Bucket to life, has passed away at the age of 96. Her agent shared the news, stating that she died peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by loved ones. Routledge was more than just an actress; she was a star on both stage and
