In 2025, Dallas saw a drop in violent crime by 12%. This includes fewer murders, assaults, and robberies. The Dallas Police Department (DPD) shared this good news. They also said they have 3, 286 officers, which is 700 less than they need. But not everyone agrees that Dallas is safer. Governor Greg
A new group called the Massachusetts AI Coalition has been created. It brings together many companies. They want to make Massachusetts a top place for artificial intelligence (AI). The group includes both small startups and big companies. Some of these companies are WHOOP, Suno, and Wayfair. They al
Western North Carolina faced a huge challenge when Hurricane Helene hit on September 27, 2024. The storm caused serious damage, leaving many people without homes. Over 160 Veterans at the Veterans Restoration Quarters, run by Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM), were among those
In Guatemala, a new way of testing for HIV and syphilis is making a big difference. Instead of waiting for results, women can get tested and know their status the same day. This quick testing, called point-of-care (POC) testing, is usually done in special clinics. But in this case, it was offered in
SanDisk is having a great start to 2026. Its stock has gone up a lot, over 60% so far this year. This is part of a bigger trend in the tech world. Companies that make memory and storage devices are doing well because of something called artificial intelligence, or AI. AI is a big deal right now. It
Public lands in the U. S. are vast, covering an area more than twice the size of California. These lands are used for many things, including grazing livestock. The government allows ranchers to use these lands for a fee, but the fees are much lower than what ranchers would pay on private land. In fa
The 83rd Golden Globes turned into a stage for protest. Many famous faces stood up against U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This happened just days after Renée Nicole Good was shot and killed by an ICE officer. Stars like Mark Ruffalo, Wanda Sykes, and Ariana Grande wore pins. These
A crypto user found out the hard way that buying verified accounts can lead to trouble. The person, known as Captain Bunny, had about $40, 000 in stablecoins locked in accounts that weren't registered under their real name. These accounts were bought in late 2023 to get around restrictions for users
Big changes might be coming to credit card interest rates. President Donald Trump recently suggested a temporary limit on these rates. He wants a 10% cap for one year, starting in January 2026. This news didn't sit well with banks and financial companies. Their stock prices dropped on Monday. Citi
The 2026 Golden Globes saw Melissa McCarthy making a strong impression. She was there to present awards, and she did so in a striking black gown. This dress was no ordinary outfit. It had unique metal details running down the front, making it stand out. The dress was custom-made by Christian Siriano
