The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced that Jeff and Lauren will serve as honorary chairs for its annual fundraising event, the Met Gala. This role is a step above being just sponsors; it places them at the top of the event’s lineup and near the museum’s iconic steps. The announcement came in a
The United States lost an important diplomatic link after its ambassador to Paris failed to attend a crucial meeting with French officials. The event was set to address the U. S. response to the death of a far‑right activist, Quentin Deranque, who was killed during a protest in Lyon. The ambassador’
Arcellx’s share price has jumped sharply after Gilead Sciences announced a $7. 8 billion investment in the company’s partner drug, targeting a specific cancer type. The deal signals strong confidence from a major biotech player and lifts expectations for the drug’s future success. The partnership c
The Big 12 matchup tonight pits the defensive stalwart Houston Cougars against the equally tough Kansas Jayhawks. Both teams prioritize stopping the other, so fans can expect a slow‑paced battle with few easy baskets. Houston’s offense relies on half‑court sets and strong rebounding, while Kansas bo
U. S. companies borrowed more than a third more money for equipment in January compared with last year, according to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association. The new financing reached $11. 6 billion after adjusting for seasonal changes, up 7. 8% from December. This amount is the highest
Parents across Texas are lining up to send their children into a new state‑run program that lets them pick schools beyond their local district. The system, called Texas Education Freedom Accounts, launched with a $1 billion seed fund and has already received more than 118, 000 applications. The dead
The U. S. Department of Education has begun handing over parts of its work to other federal bodies, a move that aims to reduce the size and reach of the education agency. Two new agreements were announced, each giving a different department specific duties that used to belong to Education. One part
Jill Korsok is stepping down from her role as director of Orange Community Education and Recreation, or OCER, effective March 1. She says she wants to leave while the department is thriving, much like a popular show ending at its peak. Her decision comes after 33 years of work in recreation ac
A new learning hub is opening its doors for kids in Ogle and Lee counties who need a different classroom vibe. The place is called the Chana Education Center, and it’s built to help students who face anxiety, trauma, or learning differences thrive. Instead of a huge lecture hall, Chana offers a t
A San Diego company is stepping up its game in producing tough materials that can survive extreme heat, radiation and stress. The firm, General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This partnership aims to speed up the creation
