This year's Eurovision Song Contest has two big issues on its hands. First, some countries are skipping the event over Israel's participation. Second, new voting rules are being tested because of concerns about how countries campaign for votes. Last year, Israel got an unusually high number of publ
Over two thousand researchers signed a letter last week warning that getting rid of the National Science Board weakens America’s position against countries like China. The board, created in 1950, used to guide how taxpayer money supports science and engineering research. Its twenty-plus members, app
A former teacher noticed something important when working with young kids. Many children struggled with basic play skills, like pretending or working together. This wasn’t just about fun—it was about learning to talk, share, and solve problems. She saw how outdoor play could help. That’s why she sta
A family just wants peace when they move into a new home, but their neighbors take holiday cheer to another level. While most people pack away decorations by New Year’s, these neighbors keep the tinsel up and carols playing all twelve months. At first, the family finds it odd but mostly harmless. So
A major digital media player is changing hands. BuzzFeed Inc. , once a high-flying online powerhouse, is selling its majority stake to entertainment entrepreneur Byron Allen for $120 million. The deal covers 52% of the company, with Allen acquiring 40 million shares at $3 each. He kicks off the deal
Every winter, Magic Kingdom turns into a snowy dreamland with two big holiday shows. One features Olaf and friends turning Cinderella Castle into a festive wonderland before Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff take over in sparkling costumes. The other is a high-energy dance show packed with holiday music and
Top leaders often have strict daily routines, but few make early-morning exercise a core part of their decision-making process. The CEO of a large restaurant chain starts his day with a run not just for health, but as a moving brainstorming session. Between 5 and 6 a. m. , he logs over three miles,
St. Charles is pushing for more people to ditch their cars this summer. Instead of driving everywhere, the city wants residents and visitors to use bikes or walking. A new online guide makes it simple to plan trips. It shows bike trails, explains local riding rules, and lists summer events. No more
A fresh version of Ghost in the Shell is making its way to streaming soon. Instead of a movie theater, this one lands directly on Amazon Prime Video on July 7th. The project comes from Science Saru, the studio behind other animation hits. Bandai, the company handling the release, chose this route ov
Monday brings a packed sports schedule with high-stakes games in basketball, hockey, and baseball. The Detroit Pistons, fresh off a dramatic seven-game comeback against Orlando, now face the Cleveland Cavaliers in a best-of-seven series. Detroit hopes to seal a 3-1 lead in Game 4, but Cleveland will
