High school sports have been facing a big problem: not enough referees. But two young guys are stepping up to fill the gap. Daniel, 21, and Casey, 18, are in their second year of calling basketball games in the San Fernando Valley. Casey played ball at Monroe High and knew right away he wanted to b
Wisconsin's public schools are facing a funding crunch for special education. The state is only covering 35% of the costs, way less than the 42% promised in the budget. This drop happened because schools spent more on special education than the state expected. Advocates are worried. They say this f
A recent study in Sweden tracked over two million women under 50 for more than a decade. It found that hormonal birth control is generally safe, but some types might slightly increase breast cancer risk. The risk is small and short-term, highest during use and fading after stopping. The study showe
The Charlotte Hornets have some good news to share. Brandon Miller, their talented forward, is back in action after a long break. He had been out since late October because of a shoulder injury. Fans were worried he might miss the rest of the season, but now he's practicing again. Miller is the sec
November 16th birthdays might find the rest of the month a bit of a mixed bag. There could be chances for real growth, but also some frustrations to deal with. It's important to think things through before making big decisions. December could bring lots of good stuff: quality time with loved ones, p
Braden Thornberry had a fantastic finish to his 2024 season. He won the Korn Ferry Tour Championship and secured a spot on the PGA Tour for 2025. But his biggest achievement wasn't on the golf course. He got married to Grace McClanahan, his longtime partner, just before his rookie season. The weddi
Menopause can be tough, bringing on hot flashes, night sweats, and other uncomfortable symptoms. For some women, hormone therapy isn't an option due to health risks or personal choices. But there are other ways to find relief. Lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Moving your body more can h
Iran recently took control of an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. The tanker, named Talara, was flying the Marshall Islands flag. It was carrying 30, 000 tons of petrochemical products. The seizure happened on Friday. Iran claims the tanker had an illegal consignment. They did not give more detai
Blueberries are often called the "Queen of Fruits" and the "King of Berries" because they are packed with nutrients and good for health. But there's more to these little berries than meets the eye. Scientists are always finding new things about how blueberries grow and what makes them so special. O
The housing market in the U. S. is in a tough spot. There aren't enough homes for everyone who needs one. This problem has been growing since the Great Recession. Now, prices are way higher than they were before the pandemic. One big reason for this is that building new homes is hard and expensive.
