Dick Schulze, a staunch conservative from Pennsylvania, was a rare politician who could make friends on both sides of the aisle. He passed away at 96, leaving behind a legacy of respect and bipartisan cooperation. People who knew him well remembered his ability to disagree without being disagreeable
Denmark's leader, Mette Frederiksen, has asked U. S. President Donald Trump to stop making threats about taking over Greenland. This comes after Trump said in an interview that the U. S. needs Greenland for defense. Frederiksen made it clear that the U. S. has no right to take over Greenland or any
Scientists have created a new material that can help detect harmful chemicals in our food. This material is a type of polymer, which is a big molecule made up of many smaller molecules. The polymer is porous, meaning it has tiny holes that can trap and hold onto other molecules. In this case, the po
New York City's streets are buzzing with e-bikes, but not in a good way. These speedy machines are causing chaos, and the city is struggling to keep up. E-bikes are now a major part of the city's transportation scene, but they're also a big part of the problem. They zoom down sidewalks, ignore traff
Purdue University Northwest is honoring the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with events on both the Hammond and Westville campuses. These celebrations are free and open to the public, offering a chance to reflect on King's impact. The Hammond campus will host its event on January 15th, featuri
Crypto investors are hoping for a better year in 2026 after a tough 2025. The total market value of all cryptocurrencies dropped from $3. 5 trillion at the start of 2025 to just over $3 trillion by the beginning of 2026. Two coins that took a big hit are XRP and Shiba Inu (SHIB). XRP, which aims to
Baltimore has seen some good news lately. Crime rates have been going down. In 2025, the city saw a big drop in gun violence. There were nearly 30% fewer killings. This is the second year in a row with fewer than 200 homicides. Mayor Brandon Scott says this is because of the city's plan to stop viol
Pedro Pascal has become a big name in Hollywood. He's been in many popular shows and movies. But his best role might not be in The Last of Us. It could be in Narcos. This show is about the real-life drug lord Pablo Escobar. It's a crime drama that many people love. Narcos was a huge hit for Netflix
Venezuela is at a crossroads. The U. S. has taken a big step by arresting Nicolas Maduro, but many questions remain. The country's oil industry is in shambles, and the U. S. is using sanctions to pressure the regime. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the goal is to stop drug trafficking
Alcohol consumption has been a growing concern, especially after the pandemic. Many people turned to drinking to cope with stress and isolation. A British app, Try Dry, has been helpful for some in cutting back on alcohol. Now, a new book by Charles Knowles, a surgeon and professor, sheds light on t
