The 2026 World Cup is shaping up to be quite different from previous tournaments. FIFA has introduced some new rules that could shake things up. For starters, the top two teams, Spain and Argentina, won't be able to face each other until the final. This is because they will be placed in different halves of the knockout bracket. This rule is designed to make sure the ...
In the southern Barents Sea, tiny creatures are making a big impact. These are zooplankton, the small animals drifting in the ocean. They are super important for fish and shellfish. This area is a hotspot for fishing. So, understanding zooplankton here is crucial. A recent study looked at these tiny creatures in the summer. They found 44 different types of zooplankt...
Disney's latest addition to its theme park robots is Olaf, the lovable snowman from Frozen. This isn't just any Olaf, though; it's a life-size, animatronic version that will greet guests in the World of Frozen lands at international Disney Parks. The debut is set for March 29, 2026, at Disneyland Paris, with special appearances planned for Hong Kong Disneyland. The ...
Denver is rapidly expanding its surveillance network, raising concerns about privacy and the potential misuse of data. The city's partnership with Flock Safety, a company that provides license-plate reader cameras, has already led to over 1, 400 immigration-related searches in a span of just 10 months. This data is not just used for immigration purposes; it's accessi...
The 2025-26 figure skating season is set to be a thrilling ride, with top athletes ready to dazzle on ice. The season kicks off with the Grand Prix Series in October, featuring some of the world's best skaters. Fans can catch all the action live on Peacock, with events happening almost every weekend. The Grand Prix Final in December is a big deal. It brings together...
The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is more than just a research center; it's a beacon of hope for millions. It all started with a promise to Marc Buoniconti, who was left paralyzed after a football injury. His father, Nick Buoniconti, refused to accept that paralysis was untreatable. This determination led to the creation of The Miami Project, which has since raised...
Michigan is in for a winter with plenty of wet weather. The National Weather Service says January, February, and March will bring more rain and snow than usual. This is because of a climate pattern called La Niña, which often sends storms toward the Great Lakes. The winter will have ups and downs. One week might be very cold with heavy, wet snow. The next week could...
The Trump family's financial portfolio has taken a serious hit, losing about $1 billion in recent months. This drop is largely due to the declining value of cryptocurrencies, which the family has heavily invested in. According to Bloomberg News, their net worth has gone from $7. 7 billion to $6. 7 billion since September. One of the biggest losses came from Trump Me...
The US and Ukraine have been working on a new peace plan. They've come up with a 19-point draft, but the really tough decisions are still up in the air. These decisions will be made by the presidents of both countries. The talks were intense but productive. Both sides felt good about the progress they made. They agreed on many things but left the most controversial ...
A 22-year-old woman, Morgan Geyser, was recently caught in Posen, Illinois, after leaving her group home in Wisconsin. She had cut off her monitoring bracelet and was found at a truck stop with a 42-year-old man. The man was charged with trespassing and released, while Geyser awaits transfer to Cook County Jail for an extradition hearing. Geyser's story goes back to...