The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a big change. They now allow young women to start their missionary work at 18, just like young men. This change happened right away. The church said that young women can begin their missions after finishing high school. Many young women are excited about this. At Brigham Young University, students like Kate Be...
In a recent statement, Donald Trump emphasized that his proposed peace plan for Ukraine and Russia is not set in stone. He hinted that there is room for negotiation, but also made it clear that the war needs to end soon. Trump's message to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was straightforward: accept the peace plan or keep fighting. The peace plan has sparked ...
A professor at Texas A&M University is back in the spotlight after a committee said the school made a mistake by firing her. The professor, Melissa McCoul, was let go earlier this year after a video of her class went viral. In the video, a student questioned a lesson about gender identity. The committee found that the university did not follow the right steps to fir...
The Oregon Ducks made a big statement on Saturday. They beat the USC Trojans 42-27 at Autzen Stadium. This win was the Ducks' 10th of the season. They are now 10-1 overall and 7-1 in the Big Ten. The Ducks are really close to making it to the College Football Playoff. Dan Lanning, the head coach of the Ducks, talked to the media after the game. He had a lot to say a...
The Justice Department is back at it, trying to get their hands on some old grand jury records tied to Jeffrey Epstein. They've asked a Florida court to make these files public, saying a new law called the Epstein Transparency Act pretty much forces their hand. This isn't their first rodeo. Back in the summer, they tried to get similar records unsealed in both New Y...
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a name that sparks debate, has a unique bond with her Georgia voters. She's known for her bold statements and loyalty to former President Trump. But what do her constituents really think about her? Some might see her as a symbol of divisive politics. But back in her district, opinions vary. Many appreciate her unwavering stance, even if they ...
Chicago's downtown area witnessed a night of terror as multiple shootings left one teen dead and eight others injured. The incidents occurred after the city's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, adding a grim contrast to the festive atmosphere. The first round of gunfire erupted near State Street, just before 10 p. m. Police reported a large group gathered on the side...
In a recent turn of events, Gaza witnessed yet another violent outbreak. The Israeli military launched a series of strikes, resulting in at least 20 deaths and multiple injuries, as reported by Gaza's health officials. Both Israel and Hamas are accusing each other of breaking the ceasefire agreement. This ceasefire was established in mid-October with the support of ...
The recent United Nations climate conference in Brazil wrapped up without a clear plan to reduce fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries, including over 80 that pushed for a roadmap to move away from coal, oil, and natural gas. The final agreement didn't even mention fossil fuels, which are the main cause of global warming. The United States didn'...
Kentucky football had a rough day at Vanderbilt. The Commodores, ranked 14th, won 45-17. It wasn't even close. Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt's quarterback, had a great game. He threw for 469 yards and four touchdowns. He also ran for a score. Pavia made Kentucky's defense look bad. They couldn't stop him or his receivers. Kentucky had won three games in a row before this....