A special program is open for applications until Monday. This program is designed to help people grow as leaders. It is called the Leadership Institute Cohort. It is run by the New Jersey Black Women’s Collective. This group was started in 2021. It is the first of its kind in New Jersey. The group f
Greece and Cyprus are making a big change for New Year's Eve in 2026. Instead of loud fireworks, they are opting for quieter celebrations. This shift is all about making the festivities more enjoyable for everyone, especially kids and pets. Athens started this trend last year with "quiet" fireworks
Botulism is a serious illness that can be deadly. It comes from a toxin made by certain bacteria. This toxin can affect people, animals, and even the environment. It's not common, but when it happens, it can be very bad. There's no worldwide system to track botulism cases. But there is a way to get
Parents in the Washington, D. C. area are increasingly turning to classical Christian schools. This isn't just about religion. It's about finding a different way to educate kids. Many feel that traditional public schools are not meeting their needs. They want a system that offers structure, moral gu
In 2025, the world said goodbye to many influential figures in the entertainment industry. From veteran actors to rising reality TV stars, the year saw a diverse range of individuals who left a lasting impact on their respective fields. The year began with the passing of Jack Waddell, a renowned si
Exclusive games are far from being obsolete, according to Shawn Layden, a former leader at Sony Interactive Entertainment. In a recent chat on the Pause for Thought podcast, he emphasized that exclusive titles still play a crucial role in defining a console’s unique identity. This comes at a time wh
The U. S. government recently took a strong stance against Venezuela's oil sector. They put sanctions on four companies and four oil tankers. These tankers are part of a group called the "shadow fleet. " The U. S. says these tankers help fund Venezuela's government, which they consider illegitimate.
Jeffrey R. Holland, a prominent apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away recently. His death came as a surprise to many, despite his ongoing health struggles. Holland had been dealing with kidney issues for some time, which were further complicated by a COVID-19 diagno
New Year's celebrations in two major U. S. cities are facing some unexpected weather challenges. The famous Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, is set to experience something it hasn't seen in 20 years: rain. This could make things a bit uncomfortable for the marching bands, float riders, and the h
In 2025, something unusual happened in space. A visitor from another star system, named 3I/ATLAS, showed up in our solar system. It didn't act like any comet we've seen before. Scientists were puzzled. They expected it to behave in a certain way, but it didn't. At first, telescopes picked up faint
