This holiday season, people in the U. S. kept spending money, even though the economy wasn't doing great. They spent 4. 2% more than last year, especially on tech gadgets and clothes. Most of this spending happened in physical stores, but online shopping grew the fastest, with a 7. 8% increase. This
The Metropolitan Police have announced fresh accusations against comedian Russell Brand. He now faces an extra charge of rape and one of sexual assault involving two more women. These latest claims date back to 2009. Brand, known for his comedy and acting, has already denied five earlier charges. T
A woman is puzzled by her husband's sudden love for cowboy boots and hats. They've been together for 32 years, and he's always been low-key about fashion. But after a trip to Texas, he's fully embraced the cowboy look. He wears boots with his work clothes, adds cowboy hats, and has even bought three
Midlife is a big deal for women. It's when bodies change, and health needs shift. The International Menopause Society (IMS) just dropped some serious guidelines to help doctors and women navigate this phase better. They looked at tons of research. Then, they made recommendations on everything from
In 2025, scientists played detective, cracking old mysteries that had puzzled people for ages. They dug up secrets from the ground and even from ancient bodies, giving us new clues about the past. One big find was about the giant stone heads on Easter Island. Researchers figured out how the Polynes
In a world where an asteroid strike has caused massive flooding, a mother's love and determination are put to the ultimate test. Gu An-na, an artificial intelligence researcher, is tasked with raising a synthetic child, Ja-in, as part of an experiment to give robots genuine human emotions. However,
This holiday season, people are spending big on experiences and practical items rather than just traditional gifts. From December 1 to December 22, there was a huge increase in spending on entertainment, experiences, and automotive products. Entertainment spending jumped by 130%, experiences by 115%
Tuesday is packed with NBA action, and two standout games are grabbing attention. The Oklahoma City Thunder, sitting pretty at 26-3, are up against the San Antonio Spurs, who aren't far behind at 21-7. The Thunder are riding high after a solid win against the Grizzlies, thanks to Shai Gilgeous-Alexa
College sports have seen a huge shift in recent years. Athletes are now getting paid, some making millions. This change came after two big court rulings. First, the Supreme Court said in 2021 that the NCAA couldn't limit benefits for athletes. Then, they allowed athletes to be paid for their name, i
In 2025, two incidents went viral, sparking debates about public behavior and safety. First, a woman in Michigan made headlines after throwing hot coffee at a McDonald's employee. The employee had explained that the woman's breakfast order was canceled because the restaurant's breakfast service had
