Lionel Messi showed raw emotion after his first goal in Argentina's opening World Cup match against Algeria, where he scored a hat-trick to reach 16 career World Cup goals—matching soccer legend Miroslav Klose’s record. While most fans assumed his tears were for the historic moment, Messi later expl
Little Rock city leaders have greenlit a $20 million plan to refit the River Market food hall, with the full project cost expected around $25 million. The city will use its own money first, then pay back the amount through bonds that could total up to $20 million. The food hall sits at 400 Presid
Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini entered the world on 24 June 1987 in Rosario, a modest Argentine city famed for its love of football. His first steps on the pitch were taken on dusty streets, long before he became a household name. Rosario shaped his early life: school days were paired with growin
Lionsgate has bought a share in the video‑AI firm Runway, not for cash but as part of a larger plan to turn its film library into short AI shows. The move follows a partnership that began last September, when the studio started using Runway’s tools for early storyboards and post‑production tweaks. N
Little Rock shows that weekends can be more than football fields and quiet green spaces. Instead of sticking to the usual routine, the city mixes serious art with playful surprises, proving that culture can be lively and approachable. In one local park a pair of performers blends opera with elect
Lionel Richie has warned new stars that fame can be a double‑edge sword. He told Joel Madden, the frontman of Good Charlotte, that he never hears his father‑in‑law complain about fans. Richie admits he can’t ignore people who want to talk. He says being invisible is hard, but ignoring fans
Lionel Jospin, once France’s top leader, stepped away from politics after a surprising loss in 2002. The election saw the far‑right candidate Jean‑Marie Le Pen advance to a second round for the first time, shaking up French politics. Jospin accepted full blame for the defeat and announced his retire
Little Rock is buzzing with cultural events this week. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra is putting on a show called "Modern Muses. " It's part of their 2025-26 River Rhapsodies series. The concert features a mix of classical and modern pieces. Violinists, pianists, and other musicians will perform wo
Little kids in Gauteng might be playing and learning in places where the air isn't so great. This is a big deal because young children are extra sensitive to dirty air. A recent study took a close look at how close early childhood development centers (ECDs) are to big pollution sources. The study u
Little Rock is buzzing with holiday cheer and creative events. The city's annual tree lighting event, "Bright the Night, " is happening at the downtown plaza. It's not just about the tree, though. There will be live music from the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet and free treats like cookie
