In the early 1900s, national parks were more about looks than actual conservation. Park managers would clear underbrush, cut trees for views, and kill thousands of predators like mountain lions and wolves. They didn't realize how much damage they were doing to the ecosystems. Enter George Meléndez W
The US Agency for Global Media is cutting over 500 jobs. This move comes after a federal judge stopped the agency's boss from firing the Voice of America (VOA) director. The judge also said the agency wasn't following his orders to restore VOA's operations. He gave the agency one last chance to show
Darren Till made a big splash on Saturday night. He knocked out Luke Rockhold in the third round of their boxing match. Rockhold, who was making his professional boxing debut, didn't stand a chance. Till cornered him and unleashed a flurry of punches. The final punch, a powerful right hand, sent Roc
Pregnancy is a time of joy and anticipation, but for some women, it's also a time of fear and abuse. In Iran, a study looked at how teaching life skills can help pregnant women who are facing violence from their partners. The goal was to see if these skills could improve their relationships, self-es
In the fight against violent crime, some leaders think sending in troops is the answer. But is this really the best way to keep people safe? Let's think about this. First, consider the role of guns in these crimes. In many cities, guns are everywhere. They're too easy to get, especially for young p
In the past few years, some advocates for transgender rights have adopted a more aggressive tone. They use strong language and images that are usually seen on the far right. This includes threats to silence opposing views and labeling them as fascist or genocidal. They also use symbols of violence,
In a recent turn of events, a federal judge has put a temporary stop to the Trump administration's plans to speed up deportations of undocumented migrants living inside the United States. This decision is a blow to the administration's goal of increasing the use of expedited removal, a process that
Taiwan is stepping up its game against Chinese companies trying to hire away its top tech workers. The Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau (MJIB) is currently looking into 16 Chinese firms for what they call "illegal poaching" of high-tech talent. This isn't just about any old jobs; it's about
Lisa Cook, the first Black woman to hold a position on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, is under intense pressure to step down. This comes after President Donald Trump moved to remove her from her role. Kevin Hassett, Trump's top economic adviser, suggested that Cook should take a leave of ab
A tragic event unfolded at a Catholic school in Minneapolis. Two young students lost their lives, and 17 others were hurt. This happened during a morning church service. The shooter, a man in his early 20s, took his own life after the attack. He used multiple weapons, including a rifle, shotgun, and
