Pope Leo, the first U. S. pope, recently shared his vision for the Catholic Church in a Christmas speech to Vatican cardinals. He expressed his support for the reforms initiated by his predecessor, Pope Francis, who passed away earlier this year. Francis was known for his efforts to make the Church
In Akron, a strange thing is happening. There are more people without homes than ever before. At the same time, many churches are closing down and sitting empty. This is not a coincidence. It's a problem that needs solving. More than 600 people in Summit County are homeless right now. That's a big
Massachusetts is in for a wild weather ride this week. First, a cold front is set to sweep through the state on Sunday, bringing gusty winds that could hit up to 35 mph. Things are going to get pretty chilly, with temperatures dropping to single digits by Sunday night and into Monday morning. The wi
Congress is in a tough spot. It's not functioning as well as it should. Many former lawmakers say it's broken. They point to several big problems. First, lawmakers are leaving in record numbers. They're tired of the gridlock. They feel like they can't get anything done. This isn't just about one ad
Life is full of surprises, and not all of them are good. Sometimes, things go wrong in the most unexpected ways. Take, for example, the person who ordered a burger and ended up with something that looked like it was from a sci-fi movie. It's a reminder that not all food is created equal. Power outa
Ales Bialiatski, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, recently stepped out of a Belarus prison and into a world he hadn't seen in years. His release was sudden, almost surreal. One moment he was in a car, blindfolded. The next, he was standing at the border of Lithuania, free. This wasn't just any release.
The College Football Playoff quarterfinals are shaping up to be thrilling. Two underdog teams shocked the world with their wins, making the path to the championship less predictable. This weekend's results have set the stage for some intense matchups. Ohio State, the second seed, will face Miami in
In a bold move, Chinese authorities targeted a large underground church network. They didn't hold back. Police stormed a Sunday service, handcuffed a pastor during a senior retreat, and even showed up at a pastor's home late at night. This wasn't a one-time thing. It was a coordinated effort. Pasto
Art and AI are becoming best friends, changing how we create and think about art. A recent talk in Hong Kong explored this idea, focusing on how AI helps artists and what makes human creativity special. The event brought together people from different fields, like tech, education, and art. They dis
Miami Hurricanes are making waves again. They beat Texas A&M 10-3. This win puts them in the spotlight. Now, they face Ohio State in the quarterfinals. Mario Cristobal, Miami's head coach, shared his thoughts. He talked about the team's journey. They went from low points to this big moment. He said
