This year, turkey lovers might notice a difference in their Thanksgiving meal. The number of turkeys in the U. S. has dropped to a 40-year low. Why? Two big reasons: bird flu and another disease called avian metapneumovirus. These illnesses have made it harder for farmers to raise turkeys. Larry Doll, who runs Old Brick Farm near Detroit, was lucky. His farm didn't g...
The 2026 World Cup is shaping up to be quite different from previous tournaments. FIFA has introduced some new rules that could shake things up. For starters, the top two teams, Spain and Argentina, won't be able to face each other until the final. This is because they will be placed in different halves of the knockout bracket. This rule is designed to make sure the ...
For decades, the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA) has been running fellowship programs. These programs aim to train specialists from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The goal is to create leaders in anesthesia who can make a real difference in their communities. Until now, no one has really checked if these programs are working. Th...
In a rare show of unity, the U. S. Senate has given the green light to a plan that aims to correct a long-standing oversight. The Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act, passed unanimously, sets the stage for a 10-year mission. The goal? To find and update the grave markers of Jewish American soldiers buried abroad. Many of these soldiers, who fough...
Claire Rothman, a woman who shattered glass ceilings in the male-dominated sports and entertainment industry, has passed away at the age of 97. Her death, confirmed by family members, was due to complications from a fall. Rothman was not just a trailblazer but a force of nature, leaving an indelible mark on the Los Angeles Lakers' "Showtime" era and the music scene. ...
In the UK, business leaders are urging Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to make tough decisions in the upcoming budget. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) chief, Rain Newton-Smith, will criticize Reeves for not involving businesses in key discussions about energy costs and labor reforms. She will also push for a few significant tax hikes instead of many small ...
In a significant move, the Serb Republic of Bosnia is electing a new president following the removal of Milorad Dodik. Dodik, a pro-Russian separatist, was barred from politics for six years after defying the constitutional court and an international peace envoy, sparking Bosnia's worst political crisis in decades. The new election is a chance for the region to reco...
In Israel, the finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, is set to discuss the 2026 budget with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This budget includes plans to boost the economy and tackle rising living costs. The budget is expected to be presented to the cabinet on December 4th. However, approval by the end of the year seems unlikely. Israeli law requires the budget to ...
Before the Clone Wars, there was another conflict that shaped the galaxy in Star Wars. It's called the Stark Hyperspace War. This war happened about 12 years before the events of "The Phantom Menace. " It was a time when the Galactic Republic was already struggling with big problems. The war started because of a man named Iaco Stark. He was a smuggler who became a h...
The road to the 2026 World Cup is getting exciting. Italy will play Northern Ireland first, and the winner will then face either Wales or Bosnia & Herzegovina. Meanwhile, the Republic of Ireland will travel to the Czech Republic and then host the winners of Denmark's match against North Macedonia. Jamaica is also in the mix, starting with a game against New Caledoni...