Up on Mount Hamilton, a historic telescope is in trouble. A fierce storm on Christmas morning tore open the dome housing the Great Refractor telescope. This telescope, built way back in the 1880s, is a big deal in astronomy. It's still a star attraction, drawing crowds to peek through its lens. But
Gaza is facing a massive rebuilding challenge after the recent war. With 70, 000 people dead, many injured, and countless homes destroyed, the task seems overwhelming. Amidst this chaos, a small group of workers is trying to save what's left of Gaza's cultural heritage. One of the most important si
A historic church in Brooklin, Maine, is facing a big change. The First Baptist Church, standing tall since 1853, is no longer bustling with activity. The number of members has dropped to less than 10, and they are all around 70 years old. The church has not been used much in the last three years.
The Kyrgyz people have a rich history of nomadic life in Central Asia. For over 2, 000 years, they moved with the seasons, living in yurts and raising livestock. Their homes were adorned with large, hand-embroidered textiles called tush kyiz. These textiles are not just decorations; they tell storie
The White House is getting a major upgrade. A huge ballroom is being built, and the East Wing is being torn down. This is the biggest change to the White House in a long time. The project costs a lot of money and has sparked a lot of debate. Some people think it's a great idea. They say the White H
President Donald Trump's recent actions at the White House have sparked a heated debate. He decided to build a lavish ballroom, funded by private donors, without seeking approval from Congress or other oversight bodies. This move has raised eyebrows among historians, preservationists, and the genera
The White House was never a place she wanted to be. As a young woman, she resented the attention and the loss of privacy that came with living there. She remembered the first time she stepped inside, assigned to attend an inaugural ball. A ball gown and a hairdresser were waiting, but all she wanted
The White House has announced plans to submit its $250 million ballroom project for review, even though demolition has already started. This project, led by President Donald Trump, aims to add a new ballroom to the historic building, marking the first major change in decades. Critics are concerned,
