A massive fire tore through a high-rise apartment complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, leaving at least 36 people dead and 279 unaccounted for. The blaze, which started in the Wang Fuk Court complex, quickly spread, trapping residents in their homes. Police have arrested three individuals on sus
A group of space explorers is preparing for a special Thanksgiving journey. They will head to the International Space Station (ISS) on Thursday morning. NASA astronaut Chris Williams and cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev are the crew members for this mission. They will take off from
New York City is at a crossroads. The outgoing city comptroller, Brad Lander, is pushing for a major shift in how the city's pension funds are managed. He wants to move away from BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, due to concerns about climate change. This is a big deal because BlackRock
The NBC Sports Network is back on Comcast's Xfinity cable after a long break. This time, it's teaming up with Peacock, the streaming service. The network shut down in 2021 to push viewers towards Peacock, but now it's returning for those who prefer traditional cable or satellite. Some sports events
New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. A cold front is on its way, bringing rain, dropping temperatures, and strong winds. This front will move through the state between 7 p. m. and midnight on Wednesday. Rain showers will be quick but heavy, followed by a sharp drop in temperature and gusty
In the world of strength sports, a big stir happened after the World’s Strongest Woman contest. The organizers found out something shocking about the winner, Jammie Booker. They discovered that Booker, who was born male, had competed in the women's category. This news came to light when some very pr
Northwest Indiana is buzzing with holiday cheer as the symphony, theaters, and stages come alive with festive performances. The Northwest Indiana Symphony is back for its second year of holiday concerts, this time at the Hard Rock Casino in Gary. This isn't just any concert; it's a homecoming for th
Ever thought about shaking up your mashed potato game? A recent experiment showed that there's a better way to make them. Instead of boiling the potatoes in water, try simmering them in milk. This method gives the potatoes a richer, creamier taste and texture. The experiment compared two methods: t
A telescope in the Southern Hemisphere has snapped a breathtaking photo of a cosmic butterfly. This isn't your typical butterfly, though. It's a nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in space. The Butterfly Nebula, as it's called, is way out there, about 2, 500 to 3, 800 light-years away in the constellat
High blood pressure is a big deal, but many people struggle to keep it under control. Even though most folks know about it, only a small number actually manage it well. This is where digital tools come in. They can help people stay on top of their health and make better choices. But do these tools r
