Staten Island is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. The National Weather Service has issued a heads-up: dense fog and light rain are on the way Tuesday night. Temperatures will hover above freezing, staying in the upper 30s to lower 40s. This isn't just any fog—it's expected to get thick, red
State lawmakers are back at work, and colleges might be in for some big changes. Here are six key issues they will likely tackle this year. First up, diversity policies are under fire. More states might ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities. These bans could aff
Staten Island is in for a windy Tuesday, with gusts that could hit 50 mph. The wind advisory is in place until 6 p. m. , so it's a good idea to tie down anything that might blow away. The morning is expected to be the windiest, but the gusts will ease up as the day goes on. The National Weather Ser
Myanmar is holding its first general election in five years, but not everyone is convinced it's a fair process. The military, which has been in control since 2021, is organizing the vote. Critics say it's just a way for the military to keep power, not a real step towards democracy. The election is
Myanmar is holding elections, but the country is in a tough spot. A civil war has been going on since 2021 when the military took over and removed the elected government. This has made life really hard for many people. The situation is dire. Over 20 million people, nearly half the population, need
Myanmar is holding elections, but not everyone is happy about it. The country is in the middle of a civil war, and the military, which took over in 2021, is in charge. They say this election is a chance for a fresh start. But many people, including the United Nations and some Western countries, thin
Myanmar is in the middle of a big mess. The military, which took over the country in 2021, is holding elections starting at the end of December. They hope this will make things calmer and help them stop being isolated by other countries. But many people think this election is not fair or free. The
Myanmar is planning to hold its third round of elections on January 25. This comes after the first two rounds, which are scheduled for December 28 and January 11. These elections will cover a total of 202 townships out of 330. The third phase will focus on 63 townships, as announced by the ruling ju
Staten Island is in for a chilly ride this week. The weather folks are warning about black ice on the roads early Wednesday. This is because the roads are still wet from Tuesday's rain, and the temperature is just above freezing. It's a slippery situation, so drivers need to be extra careful. The w
Myanmar's military, the Tatmadaw, is trying to gain control through elections after failing to do so through force. The junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, recently urged voters to support candidates who align with the military's interests. This move comes nearly five years after the military took power i
