The Supreme Court recently discussed whether a Colorado law that prohibits conversion therapy infringes on the First Amendment. This law aims to stop counselors from trying to change a person's sexual orientation, but some argue it's a form of free speech. Conversion therapy, as practiced by counse
Penn State has decided to part ways with head coach James Franklin after 12 seasons. This move comes with a hefty price tag, as Franklin is set to receive over $49 million, making it one of the largest buyouts in college football history. The decision to fire Franklin was likely influenced by the t
Scientists wanted to see how many fish in a tank affect the DNA floating in the water. They used special tests to measure DNA levels. The idea was to find out if more fish mean more DNA, and how long this DNA lasts. First, they filled tanks with different amounts of fish. Then, they took water samp
Sebastien Lecornu is back in the spotlight. This time, he's facing a tough job: getting France's 2026 budget through a parliament that's not on his side. He's no stranger to hard work, though. Lecornu has been a key player in Macron's government for years, even if many French people didn't know his
Big tech companies are in a fierce race to build the infrastructure needed to power AI. This race is not just about building data centers. It's also about securing deals with cloud providers and investing in cutting-edge technology. The stakes are high, with estimates suggesting that up to $4 trilli
In a surprising turn of events, Sébastien Lecornu is back as France's prime minister, just days after stepping down. President Macron made this announcement after a meeting with major political parties, excluding the far-right and far-left. Lecornu's return wasn't expected, as he had publicly stated
MIT has made a bold move by rejecting a proposal from the White House. This proposal, called the "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, " was sent to nine universities. It included demands like limiting international students, freezing tuition, and defining gender in specific ways. MI
In Salvador, Brazil, the heartbeat of Afro-Brazilian culture is strong. The city is a vibrant mix of African traditions, where religion, food, and art come together in a unique way. Candomblé, a religion that blends African and Catholic beliefs, is a big part of life here. In the temples, people wor
A new player is about to shake things up in South Africa's stock market. Optasia, a fintech company that uses AI, is planning a major move. They want to raise a lot of money by selling shares. The goal is to get 6. 3 billion rand, which is about $365 million. This would be the biggest IPO in South A
In a move that has sparked debate, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has ordered a review of U. S. intelligence agencies to see if random polygraph tests for employees and contractors could be a good idea. This comes as the Trump administration is trying hard to stop leaks of secret in
