Miami is buzzing with political energy as a mayoral election approaches. It's been a while since a Democrat held the mayor's office there. We're talking about nearly three decades! This time around, the Democrats are feeling pretty good about their chances. The election is technically nonpartisan,
Leg injuries can be serious, and one common procedure to relieve pressure is a fasciotomy. This involves making an incision to ease the pressure. But how long does it take for these wounds to heal? A recent study looked back at past cases to find out. The study checked different ways of doing the p
Japan recently experienced a strong earthquake, measuring 7. 5 on the Richter scale, in its northern regions. This event has sparked concerns about the possibility of an even larger earthquake, often referred to as a megaquake, which could potentially trigger a massive tsunami reaching up to 98 feet
A group of former federal ethics experts have called for an internal investigation into the Justice Department's legal opinion that backed U. S. military strikes on suspected drug boats in South American waters. These former officials, who served under different presidents, are questioning the legal
Parents in New York are pushing back against the idea that only a few groups should decide what books their kids can read in school. They believe they should have a say in what their children are exposed to, especially when it comes to content that might not be suitable for their age. The current s
Ohio's political scene is buzzing with excitement as voting for the 2025 Sloopy Awards kicks off. These awards, now in their eighth year, shine a light on the state's political figures, both the outstanding and the, well, not-so-outstanding. From governors to lobbyists, and even the best hangouts ar
The University of Utah is making a big move to pump money into its sports teams. They're teaming up with a private equity firm to create a new company. This company will handle all the business stuff related to sports, like selling tickets, making deals, and licensing. The goal is to raise at least
A recent case has put the spotlight on the illegal movement of advanced technology across borders. Three individuals are now facing serious charges for their roles in a scheme to send high-tech AI chips from the U. S. to China without proper authorization. The main player in this drama is a Texas-b
Flashlights are becoming more than just tools for finding things in the dark. They are evolving into essential gadgets for everyday life. The market for these handy devices is growing fast. In 2024, it was worth $8. 9 billion. By 2030, it is expected to reach $12. 2 billion. That's a growth rate of
In Washington, a law passed in 2018 aimed to reduce the number of children charged as adults. This law was a response to the fact that kids of color were more likely to face adult charges than white children. By 2023, the number of kids charged as adults had dropped by more than half, and transfers
