A recent ruling by a Texas appeals court has kept a Christian Science reading room in Austin exempt from property taxes. The court decided that even though the ownership setup is a bit tangled, the place still gets the break because it's used for religious stuff. The judge, Darlene Byrne, explained that if a religious group has the right to use the property for thei...
The Ice Age is often seen as a simple time with snow and big animals. But the new series "Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age" on Apple TV+ shows a more complex world. This world had big changes in climate, animals moving around, and strange creatures trying to survive. The show moves from the time of dinosaurs to the Pleistocene. This was a time when the Earth had big chan...
In a surprising turn, Bible sales in the U. S. are soaring, even as fewer Americans consider religion a big part of their lives. This year alone, over 18 million Bibles have been sold, with a big jump in September. That’s when sales spiked after the passing of conservative Christian activist Charlie Kirk. The English Standard Bible, Adventure Bible for kids, and the ...
Streaming services have become a big part of how people choose what to watch. They use smart algorithms to suggest shows and movies based on what you've watched before. This might seem helpful, but it raises some important questions. How do these suggestions affect your taste in entertainment? Do they limit your choices or expand them? These algorithms are designed ...
World of Warcraft fans have a date to circle on their calendars. The highly anticipated expansion, Midnight, is set to launch on March 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. This is the eleventh expansion for the popular MMORPG and the second part of the Worldsoul Saga, a story arc penned by Chris Metzen, who returned to Blizzard in 2023 after a seven-year hiatus. The ex...
Missouri is joining the online sports betting scene, and BetMGM is ready to welcome new players with a generous offer. The platform is set to launch on December 1, and those who pre-register using the bonus code POSTBET can get up to $1, 600 in value. This includes a first bet on the house up to $1, 500 and an extra $100 just for signing up. To get started, users ne...
The UK's role in global politics is often overshadowed by its allies, but recent events suggest it's playing a significant part in the US political landscape. A leaked phone call between Steve Witkoff and Yuri Ushakov has sparked a media frenzy, with many pointing fingers at the UK's intelligence agency, MI6, as the possible source. The Russian Foreign Intelligence ...
A devastating fire in a Hong Kong apartment building has left at least 55 people dead and nearly 300 missing. This tragedy comes at a time when Beijing's control over Hong Kong is already under scrutiny. The city has seen significant political changes since the 2019 pro-democracy protests, with elections now limited to "patriotic" candidates and many critics silenced...
In racing, talent alone isn't enough. The people and environment around a driver can make or break their career. Katherine Legge, a seasoned racer, shared her thoughts on this. Legge's journey started with Polestar Racing Group. She moved to the U. S. and found a supportive family in Jim and Pam Griffith. Living with them, she learned about car mechanics and felt th...
In Washington, D. C. , a shocking event unfolded. Three people were hurt, including two National Guardsmen. The person responsible was quickly caught. This person was reportedly an Afghan national who came to the U. S. in 2021. The president spoke about this event. He called it a "crime against our nation. " He said it was an act of evil and hatred. He promised that...