Pope Leo, who became the first American head of the Catholic Church last May, has shifted from silence to outspoken criticism. For his first year he avoided speaking about the United States or naming President Donald Trump, but that has changed. In recent weeks he directly urged Trump to stop the es
A coalition of well-known actors, musicians, and healthcare experts are demanding the shutdown of a Texas detention center holding migrant families. Over 45, 000 people have joined a digital petition calling for the immediate release of children and adults held at this facility. Signers include big
The government is preparing to slap heavy taxes on foreign drug companies that refuse to cut prices in America. These taxes could double the cost of imported medicines starting this week. The move aims to push drugmakers to build more factories in the U. S. and keep prices low. Big names like Pfize
Families looking for a three-row SUV often narrow their choices to the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder. Both have strong reputations and plenty of options. But which one fits a typical family better today? The Pathfinder stands out for comfort. Its seats, especially in the back, feel roomier an
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
A man who lost his home to a robbery found that the police only saw a 13% chance of getting his stuff back. He felt the system was slow and decided to create a software that could help detectives work faster. The program, called Longeye, started in San Francisco last year and is now talking to polic
Passover is often turned into a platform for political debate. Groups from every side add symbols to the seder plate that represent their causes: olives for Palestinian solidarity, oranges for LGBTQ+ rights, fair‑trade chocolate for labor justice, and acorns to honor Native Americans. Some even clai
Andrew Painter, a 23‑year‑old pitcher from Pompano Beach, Florida, is set to make his MLB debut for the Philadelphia Phillies. He has spent most of his life on the mound, starting in high school at Calvary Christian Academy. His performance there earned him a spot on the USA Baseball 15U National Te
The British Nuclear Medicine Society, or BNMS, turns 60 this year. It started in 1966 when four doctors met at a London pub and saw how radioactive imaging could change medicine. Since then the group has grown into a large network of doctors, scientists, and technicians who keep UK standards high.
People are losing their ability to afford medicine, insurance and even food. A recent study shows that almost 80 % of those with marketplace plans now pay higher premiums or deductibles. Because of the loss of tax credits, many families are forced to pick between paying for health care and cov
