The nonprofit in Minnesota was meant to help the community, but it ended up draining $6. 5 million for private use. The money went to luxury cars, trips to Las Vegas, and other personal expenses of its leaders. One executive used the charity’s money to pay his child support and a tax bill he owed
A 54‑year‑old Nobel Peace Prize winner, Narges Mohammadi, has been transferred from a remote prison in Zanjan to Tehran Pars Hospital after suffering a heart attack. The family foundation announced that she has received a suspension of her sentence, although the details remain unclear. Mohammadi ea
Trump quickly shot down Iran’s reply to a U. S. peace plan, saying it was “totally unacceptable. ” The president posted the comment on Truth Social and gave no extra explanation. Iran’s response called for an end to fighting everywhere, especially in Lebanon where Israel battles Hezbollah figh
Rent control in Worcester has become a shouting match, with one side saying housing is a right and the other warning that any rule will kill growth. The real issue is how landlords treat apartments: as long‑term homes or quick profits. The upcoming ballot question only touches buildings with five o
The U. S. plans to honor mothers on a single day, yet the rest of the year can feel less supportive. A survey shows that 88 % of Americans intend to mark Mother’s Day, with many buying gifts or planning parties. Roughly half will give flowers, and a third will send cards. The average gift costs abou
Healthcare in Florida faces big problems that can’t be fixed by thanks alone. The state needs a steady stream of skilled workers, from nurses to assistants. Without enough people in the system, nurses get overworked and tired. A group called Dwyer Workforce Development is stepping in. Th
Remi Schreiber, a 7‑year‑old from Spokane Valley, shows how technology can turn challenges into music. She was born with a brain injury that left her with cerebral palsy and limited speech, but she now plays a digital piano solo on screen using eye‑gaze control. The device, made by Tobii Dynavox,
Lawmakers in the Philippines will decide on Monday whether to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, a move that could block her 2028 presidential bid. The House Justice Committee last month found enough grounds for impeachment after activists accused her of misusing public money, building hidden weal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel wants to stop taking money from the United States for its armed forces in the next ten years. He explained this plan on a TV show that aired Sunday. Netanyahu wants to eliminate the financial part of the U. S. –Israel military partnership. The United
The study tested a special floss that has 2% chlorhexidine, a strong cleaning chemical. Researchers wanted to know if it helps adults with gum inflammation (gingivitis). They randomly divided people into two groups. One group used the chlorhexidine‑floss every day for a month. The other
