Indiana is shaking up its college degrees. Nearly 20% of public college programs will disappear or merge soon after state leaders set new rules. Why? Many degrees had almost no students and were costing money for almost no return. The state reviewed over 1, 000 programs and decided 210 must go, anot
Raccoons trash pandas are more than just pests rummaging through bins. Scientists at the University of British Columbia tested 20 captive raccoons with a clear box full of obstacles like latches and dials hiding a marshmallow prize. The team noticed something unexpected the raccoons didn’t just grab
For centuries, many cultures believed in a strict ladder of life where everything had its fixed spot. At the top sat the divine, followed by humans, animals, plants, and even rocks. Humans weren't just ranked above animals—they were split further by social class and morality. The idea suggested some
A 41-year-old mechanic from Connecticut faces serious charges after breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s home and shooting a firefighter who was there. Police say Jabari Bush was already known for harassing his ex with unwanted visits and messages before this violent night. When he arrived at her house
The final seconds of the NCAA tournament saw a freshman from Connecticut hit a buzzer‑beating shot that sent his squad to the Final Four, while a Duke player’s tears revealed how deep emotions run in college hoops. This spectacle shows that money and new rules haven’t killed the excitement of March
The National Weather Service issued a new severe thunderstorm warning at 8:45 p. m. for Berkshire County, lasting until 9 p. m. The warning says wind gusts could reach 60 miles per hour and that roofs, siding, trees and other structures might be damaged. The storm is moving east at about 45 miles pe
The U. S. Supreme Court will hear arguments this Wednesday about President Donald Trump’s attempt to change the rule that gives citizenship to children born in America. Trump wants U. S. agencies to refuse citizenship for babies whose parents are not American citizens or legal permanent residents
The highest court in the land rejected a Colorado law that barred mental‑health professionals from attempting to change someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. In an 8‑to‑1 decision, the justices held that the ban was a form of viewpoint‑based speech restriction and therefore subject to str
This weekend, Rockingham Speedway hosts a full slate of NASCAR action starting early on Friday with practice and qualifying. Fans can enter the gates and Fan Zone from 10:30 a. m. , with the main Truck Series race kicking off at 4:30 p. m. The next day ramps up earlier, with an ARCA Menards Series E
This March didn’t just break records in Dallas-Fort Worth—it smashed them. The average temperature reached 67. 4°F by the end of the month, beating the old 1907 record by less than a degree. Daytime highs were even more extreme, sitting a full degree above normal, while nighttime lows crept up by fo
