The Fort Worth Independent School District is in hot water. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is stepping in to take control because one of its schools, Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade, has been failing for years. This isn't a sudden move, though. The district has been struggling to meet
In 2025, the word of the year was not a word at all, but a number: "67". This number became a popular phrase among young people, and it's not just any number, it's pronounced "six-seven". It's not clear where it came from, but it's been used in different ways by different people. Some say it means
In a surprising turn of events, two individuals have admitted some involvement in the recent Louvre jewel heist. This admission comes as a shock to many, given the museum's reputation for high security. The suspects, a 34-year-old Algerian man and a 39-year-old individual, were both arrested in the
On a beach in Western Australia, a family found a bottle with a surprising secret. It held letters from two soldiers, Malcolm Neville and William Harley, who wrote them in 1916. They were on a ship heading to France for World War I. The letters were cheerful, with Neville telling his mom about the g
The US government shutdown is causing real problems for workers like Jack Criss, an air traffic controller who's been on the job for 16 years. He's taking leave because of the stress and uncertainty, and he's not alone. Many federal workers are turning to gig jobs like DoorDash to make ends meet. Th
Mice have a complex nerve system in their tummies. These nerves, called vagal nerves, have four branches that connect to important organs like the stomach, intestines, and liver. Scientists wanted to see how these nerves react to capsaicin, the stuff that makes food spicy. They did experiments on m
Fasting has been a part of many religions for centuries. In the Christian Orthodox Church, fasting is a big deal. It involves avoiding certain foods for specific periods. But does this practice actually help people maintain a healthy weight? A recent study in Northern Greece tried to find out. The
In Düsseldorf, Germany, a unique museum exhibition is challenging visitors to explore history in a whole new way—through their sense of smell. "The Secret Power of Scents" at the Kunstpalast museum invites guests to journey through over a thousand years of cultural history, not by looking, but by sn
In Fayetteville, City Councilman Mario Benavente is known for his differing views on police and public safety. He recently raised concerns about the youth curfew and the disparity in traffic stops between Black and white drivers. During a recent council meeting, Police Chief Roberto Bryan Jr. prese
Chemistry is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the gadgets we use daily. Yet, most people don't realize how much chemistry affects their lives. Scientists often stay quiet, only talking to other experts. This is a problem. Scientists need to speak up. Their work isn't jus
