China held back for hours after U. S. and Israel struck Iran, then voiced concern and urged a pause in fighting. The next day its foreign minister called the attacks “unacceptable” and pushed for more dialogue. China has a pattern of condemning force while staying out of direct action. It kee
A big trade is brewing in the NFL, and Chicago’s fans are buzzing. The Bears have a clear goal: to add defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders, and they are considered the best bet in many betting markets. If the Bears make a deal, it will cost them two first‑round picks and a player. The Raid
A few years ago, a popular podcast noticed companies cutting corners on their products as costs rose. They coined “skimpflation” to describe this trend: lowering quality instead of raising prices. The term resurfaced when a famous candy brand released new mini‑heart sweets that disappointed fans. B
Turkey is working with many groups to stop the fighting in Iran and bring back talks, said Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. He also mentioned that Ankara is talking with Oman about the same goal, as the Gulf country shares the aim of ending hostilities. The United States and Israel carried out air s
RSU 22 Education Foundation plans a free family gathering on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. , held at Hampden Academy on Western Ave. The event will showcase local businesses, student projects and community resources in a relaxed setting. The highlight is the Kids Carnival, created by
Scientists and advocates have announced a fresh, independent body that will chart the future of autism studies. The new group aims to set priorities based on solid science, offering a counterpoint to a federal panel that many feel is tainted by questionable views. The federal committee was reshap
The Greek government’s top shipping official has warned that the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz is “alarming. ” The area, which carries about one‑fifth of the world’s oil and gas traffic, has been shut for a fourth day. Reports say Iran may shoot at any vessel that tries to cross, raising
A former co‑founder of a major crypto exchange has once again claimed that Bitcoin could reach $250, 000 next year and climb even higher in 2027. He says this jump would happen because governments, especially the United States, will need to issue more money to keep voters happy and to pay for ongoin
Kyocera Document Solutions Italia has partnered again with the Italian label Flor — a brand known for eco‑friendly designs. This time, the company’s inkjet textile printer called FOREARTH was used to create pieces for Flor ’ Fall/Winter 2026/27 line. The collection debuted on February 26 in Milan, t
Cleveland Clinic is building a huge new brain hospital that will open in 2027. The facility will bring together doctors who treat everything from strokes to dementia under one roof, making it easier for patients to get the best care. The 1‑million‑square‑foot building will have 15 floors, but
