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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

Pope Francis Picks a Progressive for DC's Top Church Job

On January 20, 2025, Pope Francis named Cardinal Robert McElroy as the new archbishop of Washington, D. C. This appointment, coinciding with Donald Trump's certification as the 2024 president-elect, sets the stage for potential friction. Cardinal McElroy, known for his inclusive views, supports the

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Jan 20 2025SPORTS

Rams vs. Eagles: Streaming Options and Game Info

This weekend, the Los Angeles Rams are set to face off against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles, with their impressive 15 wins this season, are the clear favorites to keep their Super Bowl hopes alive. For those without cable, there are several ways to watch the game. The match kicks off at 3:00

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Jan 19 2025CRIME

Jeffrey Epstein's Pals Might Get Payouts After Big Tax Refund

Did you know that Jeffrey Epstein's estate is now worth $145 million? This happened after a massive $112 million tax refund. Some of Epstein's close friends, like his lawyer and accountant, could benefit from this. They're the ones handling his estate. This has upset some of Epstein's victims becaus

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

NYC Mayor Meets Trump, Focuses on City Issues

New York City's Mayor Eric Adams, who is facing federal bribery charges, recently met with President-elect Donald Trump. The meeting was held near Trump's Florida estate, and the mayor stressed that they talked about important city issues like infrastructure and the migrant crisis. Adams said he did

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Jan 19 2025SCIENCE

Unveiling the Magic of Storing Orange Scents: A Heating Trick

Ever thought about how to control and release scents at exactly the right moment? Scientists have been exploring ways to manage fragrances, especially in fields like psychology and entertainment. They've made an exciting discovery using a material called bulk poly(dimethylsiloxane), or PDMS, to stor

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Jan 19 2025SCIENCE

Grasses' Adaptation: Is Drought Tolerance the Start of Frost Resilience?

Imagine you're a grass trying to survive in harsh conditions. You might think that learning to handle drought would also help you deal with cold winters. Scientists are exploring if this is true or not. They studied different types of grasses and how they adapt to different climates. Some grasses th

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Jan 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Frasier's New Chapter Hits a Roadblock, but Hope Remains

Have you ever wondered what happens to your favorite TV characters after their shows end? Well, Frasier Crane, the beloved radio psychiatrist from the hit sitcom Frasier, got a new lease on life when Paramount+ decided to bring him back for a revival in 2022. However, it seems like Frasier's comebac

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Jan 18 2025POLITICS

Joe Biden's Bittersweet Farewell After a Half-Century in Politics

President Joe Biden is set to leave office with a mix of pride and regret. After almost 50 years in Washington, he believes he could have done more and accomplished even greater things. But now, the man who once dreamed of vanquishing Donald Trump forever finds that his legacy is overshadowed by Tru

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Jan 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Split Habitats Affect Little Desert Lizards

Habitat fragmentation is a big problem for certain animals, and small reptiles feel this impact hard. Imagine trying to cross a bunch of highways just to find food or a mate – it's tough! This study looked at a specific lizard species, Phrynocephalus przewalskii, in Wuhai City, Inner Mongolia. They

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Jan 18 2025EDUCATION

School Web Filters: Helpful or Hindering?

Imagine trying to learn Spanish with a teacher, only to find that the links he gives you are all blocked. That's what happened to Aleeza Siddique, a 15-year-old from Northern California. Her school's internet filter turned their lesson into a vocabulary drill. A new study by the Center for Democracy

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