In a move that surprised many, the Lockport Township High School District 205 Board made a decision that will keep their current superintendent, Robert McBride, in his role for another year. This decision was made during a recent board meeting, where all members agreed to extend McBride's contract u
The Miss USA pageant has seen better days. It's been a bumpy ride, but the show went on, and Audrey Eckert from Nebraska stole the spotlight. She's 22, smart, and all about digital safety. She beat out 50 other contestants to grab the crown in Reno, Nevada. Ivy Harrington from New Jersey and Chantéa
A recent study dug into how certain chemicals in our environment might be messing with how quickly our bodies age. Researchers looked at data from over 1, 600 adults and checked out 78 different chemicals. They used fancy computer models to see if these chemicals could predict how fast people were a
The White House has picked Mike Selig to head the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Selig is no stranger to the world of crypto. He's been a key player in the Securities and Exchange Commission's crypto task force. Before that, he was a big shot at a major law firm. This isn't the first
In Tallahassee, a significant event is happening on October 28th. It's not just any dinner. It's the 14th Annual Remembrance Dinner. This event is hosted by the Holocaust Education Resource Council, or HERC for short. They are a group that works hard to teach people about the Holocaust and promote u
Google has rolled out a new AI tool called Learn About. It is designed to make learning more interactive and engaging. Unlike other AI tools, Learn About focuses on structured learning. It breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand explanations, quizzes, and visual timelines. This tool is p
The city of San Francisco recently avoided a potential confrontation with federal troops. It all started when the president decided to send in federal agents, but then changed his mind after a phone call with the city's mayor. The mayor, Daniel Lurie, spoke directly to the president and convinced hi
AI is making waves in the world of dance. It's not just about moving to the music anymore. Now, AI can create dance routines that match the beat of any song. This is big news for dancers, performers, and even virtual reality experiences. The tech behind this is pretty cool. It uses something called
The House of Representatives has been on a break for over a month. No policy debates, no votes, and no oversight hearings. Speaker Mike Johnson decided to put everything on hold. This is not just a short break. It's been going on for weeks. And it's happening while the government is shut down. John
ESCMID, a big group focused on fighting infections, has a new leader. This change happens when the world faces big health challenges. The new leader takes over from someone who did a lot to keep the group strong. The new leader has big shoes to fill. The old leader worked hard to make sure the grou
