A helicopter carrying five people, including tourists and a pilot, crashed on Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. The incident happened late Wednesday afternoon near Barafu Camp, a spot on the mountain's southeastern base. Those on board included a Tanzanian tour guide, a doctor, a Zimbabwean pi
A well-known filmmaker recently shared his deep sorrow over the loss of his close friends, Rob and Michele Reiner. The couple, aged 78 and 70, were tragically found dead in their Brentwood home on December 14th, with their 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, now facing two murder charges. The filmmaker f
New York City is about to experience a significant snowfall, the largest in over three years. This storm is expected to bring between 5 to 7 inches of snow across the broader metropolitan area, including parts of southern Connecticut, North Jersey, and southeast New York. The National Weather Servic
A lot of people think about how being a boy or girl affects health. But what about how someone sees themselves compared to what they were born as? A recent study dug into this. It looked at teens in Catalonia, Spain. The focus was on how health, behaviors, and relationships differ based on gender id
Christmas is a time of joy, but it's also a time of reflection. It's a time to think about the past and the present. It's a time to think about the good and the bad. It's a time to think about love and hate. The holiday season is a time of giving and receiving. It's a time of family and friends. It
Brain science is moving fast. Scientists are creating things like brain organoids and human-animal chimeras. These advances raise big ethical questions. Western bioethics has been the main guide, but it might not be enough on its own. Enter Nishida Kitarō, a Japanese philosopher. His ideas focus on
Teens often feel a strong urge to fit in and be accepted. This can sometimes lead to an unhealthy fascination with celebrities. A recent study looked at how this happens, especially in Chinese high school students. Researchers found that the more teens want to belong, the more they might crave fame
Christmas 2025 was a time for celebrities to unwind and enjoy the festive season with their loved ones. Many stars took to social media to share glimpses into their holiday celebrations, showcasing a mix of cozy family moments and festive fun. Mariah Carey, known for her Christmas spirit, spent tim
Tina Peters, a former election official, is in a tricky spot. She's been in prison for nine years because she messed with voting machines. Recently, Donald Trump pardoned her, but that doesn't mean she's walking free. Here's why. Trump said he pardoned Peters because she tried to expose voter fraud
Algeria's lawmakers have taken a bold step. They voted to label France's colonization as a crime. This move aims to right past wrongs. It seeks restitution for items taken during France's 130-year rule. France, however, sees this law as a threat. They call it a "hostile act. " Despite this, both co
