People living in Scotland have strong views on how easy it is to get alcohol and how this affects their drinking habits. Understanding these views is crucial for making rules that work for everyone. Scotland has a big problem with alcohol. Many people drink too much, and this causes harm to their h
Maryland is facing some tough energy problems right now. Lawmakers recently had a big talk about it. They discussed how expensive energy is getting, how much it costs to make and deliver energy, and how data centers are using up a lot of power. One of the main concerns is how much people are paying
A CEO in Michigan is in hot water. Tamela Peterson, who ran centers for addiction and mental health treatment, is now facing health care fraud charges. This is on top of the second-degree murder charge she's already dealing with. Back in January 2026, she was arraigned on nine counts of health care
The Portland Trail Blazers have been on a roll lately. After a three-day break, they held a practice session. Deni Avdija, who missed three games due to a lower back strain, made a strong return. He played 32 minutes and scored 30 points, along with eight assists and eight rebounds in a win against
The crypto world is feeling the heat. Bitcoin has dipped below $90, 000, and it's not alone. Ethereum and Solana have also taken a tumble, down 11% and 14% respectively over the past week. What's shaking up the market? A mix of political tensions and stalled legislation. President Donald Trump's th
Hong Kong is making waves in the digital money world. The city's finance chief, Paul Chan, recently talked about their plan at a big meeting in Davos. He said that mixing money and tech is cool, but rules are needed to keep things safe. Chan explained that digital money should help the real world,
In the heart of the West Bank, a new Israeli settlement named Yatziv has emerged, marking a significant victory for the settler movement. This transformation from a small outpost to a fully recognized settlement happened astonishingly fast, within just a month. The area, overlooking the Palestinian
The Beckham family drama has sparked a wave of reactions from celebrities, with many taking sides in the public feud. Brooklyn Beckham, 26, recently took to social media to air his grievances, accusing his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of causing tension in his marriage to Nicola Peltz. The r
New York City workers are tough. They don't let freezing temperatures stop them from doing their jobs. On a particularly cold day, vendors, dog walkers, and pedicab drivers braved the bitter cold to make a living. Duane Jackson, a 75-year-old street vendor, sold hats, scarves, and gloves in midtown
Chicago is gearing up for a wild ride with winter weather. It all starts late on Tuesday night and lasts through Wednesday. The first wave of snow will hit areas near and north of I-80, making roads slippery and dangerous. More counties are now under a winter weather advisory because of the expected
