Many Americans are now calling themselves independents. This is a big change from the past. It shows that people are not happy with the two main political parties. But what does it mean to be an independent? It is not as simple as it seems. Being an independent does not tell you much about a person
People often wonder if women and men feel the same pressure to focus on their looks. A big study looked at 78 research projects with over 74, 000 people from 16 different countries. The results showed that women still feel this pressure more than men. This gap was bigger when using certain types of
The Supreme Court is stepping into a heated debate about gun rights and public safety. They're looking at a Hawaii law that limits where people can carry firearms, especially on private property. This isn't just about Hawaii, though. It could set a precedent for other states with similar laws. Hawa
In a move that has sparked debate, Virginia's Governor Glenn Youngkin has backed a plan to limit where transgender individuals can go and compete. The state's Board of Health recently started working on new rules that would stop transgender women and girls from joining female sports teams. This deci
Caster Semenya, the South African Olympic champion, has decided to stop her legal fight against track and field's sex eligibility rules. This decision comes after a long battle that spanned seven years and reached the highest courts. Her lawyer, Patrick Bracher, confirmed that they won't take the ca
In Virginia, a new law is making waves. It's about who can play on which sports teams in schools. The law says that only students who were born as girls can play on girls' sports teams. This is a big deal because it affects transgender girls who want to play sports. The law is still being worked ou
In Sioux Falls, a mix of good news and ongoing challenges paints a complex picture of public safety in 2025. While some crime rates are showing improvement, leaders acknowledge that repeat offenders remain a persistent issue. The city's leaders gathered to discuss crime statistics, revealing that v
Sean "Diddy" Combs is in hot water with federal prosecutors pushing for a hefty 11-year prison sentence. This comes after his conviction on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution. The judge will make the final call on Friday. Prosecutors are not holding back. They want Combs to ser
Celebrities have a major influence on what we wear, and this fall, they're setting trends with their denim choices. Stars like Katie Holmes and Naomi Watts have been spotted in some of the hottest jeans styles, inspiring fashion lovers everywhere. From wide-leg jeans to straight-leg pairs, these tre
Investors are showing a lot of interest in the Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF. Several big players have recently increased their stakes in this ETF. Willow Creek Wealth Management Inc. boosted its holdings by 18. 2% in the second quarter. They now own 3, 909 shares, worth about $311, 000. O
