Kansas stands out in American politics for a surprising reason: nearly one-third of its state legislative races in 2024 had no competition at all. That means 57 winners took office without facing a single opponent, locking in their positions before any votes were cast. The pattern isn’t random—two-t
This weekend brings three fresh Apple TV picks that prove streaming services still know how to surprise viewers. A fast-rising crime drama called Unconditional lands on Friday with two episodes already dropping, pulling in viewers faster than critics caught on. Instead of waiting for reviews, audien
Investigators trying to stop the spread of illegal material face a tough challenge online. The dark web hides activity behind layers of encryption, making it hard to find and track harmful content. A recent project tested ways to pull useful search terms from dark web pages linked to child exploitat
A rare hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship near Antarctica has suddenly become the center of a political tug-of-war. Five people got sick—three died—from a virus most hadn’t even heard of before. Yet the real story isn’t the virus itself. It spreads mainly from rodents, not easily between people, a
The U. S. capital’s public golf scene is getting a shake-up. Two of Washington, D. C. ’s well-known golf courses—Langston and Rock Creek Park—will now be run by a non-profit group under a long-term lease. The third, East Potomac Golf Links, will stay open for now but will eventually undergo major ch
Memorial Day isn’t just about backyard cookouts anymore - it’s also prime time for streaming discounts. Services know people want to binge shows while lounging during the long weekend, so they’ve rolled out special offers. Fubo TV leads with the biggest immediate savings, giving new users up to $30
Streaming services are throwing fresh options at viewers this week, mixing familiar faces with surprising updates. A Texas ranch drama kicks things off Friday on Paramount+. It follows two characters from a popular show as they rebuild their lives one year after a major plot twist. If plotting reven
The US President’s recent decisions—like pulling troops from Germany and threatening to reduce forces in other NATO countries—have made allies question whether America will still stand by them in a crisis. These actions come as tensions with Iran escalate, with some European and Middle Eastern partn
Arkansas State University has officially named Stacy Walz the dean of its College of Nursing and Health Professions, ending her interim status that began in 2025. Walz, who has a long history with the college as associate dean and chair of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, will take over full responsibi
A lawsuit filed in 2022 by Black former employees accused Google of a pattern that pushed them into lower‑level, lower‑pay roles while creating a hostile environment when they raised concerns. The case highlighted systemic gaps in hiring, pay and promotion practices that disproportionately affected
