A local hospital and a major insurance company have finally agreed on how much the insurer will pay the hospital for services. This deal means that people with insurance from Cigna can still see doctors and get treatment at Augusta Health without any interruptions. The hospital had been unhappy wit
Rhode Island is making moves to give more students a shot at a solid education and future job opportunities. The New England Technical Academy (NETA) is stepping up as a public charter high school, not a money-making venture. It's backed by the New England Institute of Technology, just like the Appr
In Kampala, Uganda, young refugees face big challenges when it comes to protecting themselves from HIV. A recent study looked at 330 young refugees aged 16 to 24. It found that only a small group, about one in five, used condoms regularly. But over half had access to HIV self-testing kits, and half
Denmark has a message for the US: back off. The country's leader, Mette Frederiksen, has asked the United States to quit making threats about taking over Greenland. This comes after the US president, Donald Trump, showed interest in controlling the territory. Greenland is a big island in the North
The Golden Globes are back, and this year's ceremony is shaping up to be a star-studded event. With big names like Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Ariana Grande in the running, it's clear that Hollywood's finest are ready to shine. The show kicks off at 8 p. m. Eastern time, and you can ca
Deepfake videos are becoming a big deal in entertainment. They use AI to create fake videos that look real. This can be fun, but it can also cause problems if they spread too much. A recent study looked at how these videos spread. They found nine things that make deepfake videos go viral. Things li
In a surprising turn of events, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has taken action against Senator Mark Kelly. The move comes after Kelly, a former Navy captain, participated in a video encouraging military personnel to refuse unlawful orders. This has sparked a heated debate about free speech and mili
The Pittsburgh Steelers found themselves in a tight spot against the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens' wide receiver, Zay Flowers, scored two long touchdowns in the final quarter. This put the Steelers in a tough situation. Their quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, had to step up to keep the game alive. He did
In Indonesia, a former education minister is in hot water. The issue? A deal involving Chromebooks for schools. The government says this deal cost them a lot of money. We're talking about 2. 1 trillion rupiah. That's around $125 million. A lot of money, right? The trial is happening in Central Jaka
The Apple Watch is a popular smartwatch with many features, but it can be even more useful with the right apps. Here are some top free apps that can help you with weather updates, fitness tracking, public transit, hydration reminders, and grocery shopping. CARROT Weather is a fun and detailed weath
