Spartanburg has seen a troubling start to the year 2026, with three lives lost in just seven days. The victims, Tyson Hall, Gregario Julian Lizama Tenorio, and Thomas Raheem, were all killed in separate incidents, according to police reports. The first tragedy struck on New Year's Day when Tenorio,
Pico’s BBQ, a beloved Texas-style barbecue spot, has shut its doors. The food truck, known for its mouthwatering ribs, brisket, and sausage, was a rare gem in the Peninsula area. It had been serving up delicious eats on Saturdays for about a year in Redwood City. Before that, it was a pop-up, poppin
The United States has decided to leave a worldwide group focused on stopping violent extremism. This group, known as the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF), helps communities at risk in many countries. The U. S. also quit 35 other international groups and 31 U. N. groups, saying
Big brands are spending a lot of money on celebrities for their ads. They are putting more cash into famous faces while making fewer commercials. This is what a new study found. The study looked at thousands of ads and payments made from 2019 to 2025. It showed that brands spent over $1 billion on
In the nation's capital, a group of Black women, each living with HIV for roughly 26 years, gathered to share their experiences. They face a unique challenge: society often judges them not just for their HIV status, but also because of their race and gender. This double stigma can make it difficult
A year after the devastating Eaton Fire swept through Altadena, California, the community is still grappling with the aftermath. Many residents are facing significant challenges in rebuilding their homes, including insurance issues, rising construction costs, and a shrinking labor pool. The fire de
In a quiet neighborhood in Salt Lake City, a sudden burst of gunfire shattered the peace near a church. Two people lost their lives, and six others were hurt. This happened right outside a church where people were gathered to remember someone who had passed away. The church is known for its Tongan c
In 2025, religion and politics made headlines together. The Religion News Association picked the year's top stories. Two big events shared the top spot in the U. S. : the election of a new pope and the heated debates around immigration. Pope Leo XIV, the new pope, made waves early on. On Pentecost
Mutuum Finance, a new name in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, is making waves with its upcoming V1 protocol launch. The project has already raised a significant amount of funding, with its presale approaching the $20 million mark. This is a big deal because it shows that people are intereste
The U. S. government has decided to pause its plan to exclude healthcare providers who offer gender-affirming care to children from Medicare and Medicaid. This decision came after a group of states led by Democrats sued the government over the proposed rules. Last month, the government suggested ne
