A recent shift in policy by the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has brought relief to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The DOJ has decided not to enforce new restrictions that would have blocked federal grant funding for legal services to undocumented immigrants. This change came after a group of Democratic-led states and the District of...
Michigan is in for a wild ride this Thanksgiving, with a massive storm on the way. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches for parts of the state, especially the Upper Peninsula. This storm could dump over a foot of snow in some areas, making travel a real headache. The heaviest snow is expected to hit the western Upper Peninsula, including coun...
Deep in the Afar region of Ethiopia, a volcano named Hayli Gubbi made history by erupting after a staggering 12, 000 years of silence. This wasn't just any eruption; it was a massive display of nature's power, sending ash clouds soaring up to nine miles high. The ash didn't just stay local—it traveled far and wide, drifting over countries like Yemen, Oman, India, and...
In the world of acting, rejection is a common companion. For one individual, this reality hit hard after years of trying to make it in the industry. Despite countless auditions, success remained elusive. The final blow came when his talent agency dropped him, leaving him to question his future in acting. This person's journey began in the quiet hours of the night. A...
In Nigeria, a troubling trend of school kidnappings continues to escalate. Recently, 50 out of 303 students taken from a Catholic school in Niger state managed to escape. These kids, aged 10 to 18, found their way back to their families between Friday and Saturday. However, 253 students and 12 teachers remain in the hands of their abductors. Meanwhile, in Kwara stat...
In Northern Ghana, teens are facing a big problem with drugs. Many of them want help but find it hard to get. This is a growing issue that needs attention. Why is it so tough for these teens to find help? One big reason is that there aren't enough places for them to go. Even when there are services, teens say they don't know about them or can't reach them easily. A...
Lauren Betts is a standout basketball player with a unique background. She was born in Spain but moved to the United States when she was eight years old. This makes her American by nationality, even though she spent her early years in different cities across Spain. Betts has already made a name for herself in international basketball. She won gold medals with the U....
In the UK, business leaders are urging Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to make tough decisions in the upcoming budget. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) chief, Rain Newton-Smith, will criticize Reeves for not involving businesses in key discussions about energy costs and labor reforms. She will also push for a few significant tax hikes instead of many small ...
Michigan is in for a wild weather ride this Thanksgiving week. It all starts off mild on Monday, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s. But don't get too comfortable, because things are about to take a turn. Rain will move in Monday night, setting the stage for a big change. By Wednesday, winter makes a dramatic entrance. Cold air sweeps in, turning rain into snow in...
In a ray of hope, fifty students managed to break free from their captors after being snatched from a Catholic school in Nigeria. This escape happened over the weekend, and the kids are now back with their families. But the situation is still dire, with more than 250 students and a dozen teachers still held captive. This kidnapping is part of a troubling trend. Just...