California's political landscape might look quite different if ranked choice voting became the norm. This system, where voters rank candidates by preference, has already made waves in places like New York City. In the recent mayoral race, a lesser-known candidate, Zohran Mamdani, beat a well-establi
July 16, 2025, saw some ups and downs in the stock market. The S&P 500 went up by 0. 32%, ending at 6, 263. 70. The Nasdaq Composite also had a good day, gaining 0. 26% and hitting a new high for the year at 20, 730. 49. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 231. 49 points, or 0. 53%, closing at 44
Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2 has some impressive features, but it also has some flaws that might bother players. The game's environment is praised for being interactive and destructible, which opens up new paths. The camera also works well, even when underground. However, there are some issu
In the coastal waters of Southern East, tiny plant-like organisms called phytoplankton are facing some big changes. The ocean is getting warmer and more acidic. This is not good news for these little guys. They are super important because they help make the oxygen we breathe. Scientists wanted to s
Aaron Judge's defensive skills were on full display during the Yankees' 11-0 victory over the Cubs. His ability to make spectacular catches is becoming a common sight, but it always leaves fans and teammates holding their breath. Judge's most impressive play came in the eighth inning. He made a div
Cody Bellinger, now playing for the New York Yankees, made a big splash against his old team, the Chicago Cubs. On a Friday night, he hit three home runs in the same game, something he had never done before. This was not just any game; it was his first time playing against his former team, and he ma
Ranked-choice voting is making waves in some U. S. cities, and California might be next. This voting method lets people rank candidates by preference, instead of just picking one. If no one gets more than half the votes, the candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is dropped, and their supporte
Every year, a comprehensive study ranks all 50 U. S. states on their business friendliness. This year, the focus is on 10 key areas, with a total of 135 metrics. The economy takes the top spot in importance, reflecting what states highlight when trying to attract businesses. New this year, the stud
Sports is big business. To make the list of top sports empires, you need to own at least one team worth over a billion dollars and have other sports investments worth at least half a billion. This means only the biggest players in the game get a spot. When figuring out how much these empires are wo
Amazon's Kindle Scribe is making waves with a significant price drop during Prime Day. The 16GB model is now available for $260, a huge discount from its original price. This deal is a game-changer for those who've been eyeing this device but were hesitant because of the cost. The Kindle Scribe is
