Ivan Bates, Baltimore's State's Attorney, is making waves with a significant drop in crime rates. He's been in office for three years, and things are looking up. The office itself has seen a makeover, but the real change is in the way things are done. Bates has boosted the team, adding more prosecu
MRI machines can be scary for some people. They are big, loud, and closed in. This can make people who feel trapped in small spaces, or claustrophobic, very anxious. But what if there was a way to make the experience less scary? Researchers wanted to find out if giving patients special glasses that
Deepfake videos are becoming a big deal in entertainment. They use AI to create fake videos that look real. This can be fun, but it can also cause problems if they spread too much. A recent study looked at how these videos spread. They found nine things that make deepfake videos go viral. Things li
Samsung's CES 2026 event was a blend of innovative and previously seen tech. The spotlight was on AI-driven products, with new TVs, speakers, and projectors taking center stage. Among the highlights was a massive 130-inch Micro RGB TV, though it seemed more like a concept than a reality. The Micro
In 2026, personal loans remain a popular choice for many people needing extra cash. Lenders like LightStream, Wells Fargo, and American Express offer competitive rates. LightStream leads with the lowest APR at 6. 24%, followed closely by Wells Fargo at 6. 74%, and American Express at 6. 99%. Person
Pittsburgh is finally saying goodbye to its deep freeze. After a long stretch of cold weather, temperatures are on the rise. By the end of this week, things could get quite warm, with highs reaching up to 60 degrees. This sudden change is expected to melt the snow that has been piling up. The warm-
State lawmakers are back at work, and colleges might be in for some big changes. Here are six key issues they will likely tackle this year. First up, diversity policies are under fire. More states might ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities. These bans could aff
Venezuela is in a tough spot. The country owes a lot of money to many different people. The debt problem started a while back, but it got worse when the government couldn't pay back what it borrowed. Now, the debt has grown because of unpaid interest and legal fights. The numbers are huge. Venezuel
Baltimore has seen some good news lately. Crime rates have been going down. In 2025, the city saw a big drop in gun violence. There were nearly 30% fewer killings. This is the second year in a row with fewer than 200 homicides. Mayor Brandon Scott says this is because of the city's plan to stop viol
Prince William County has seen a drop in crime over the past five years. The police chief, Peter Newsham, shared his thoughts on what's working and what's not. First, the good news. Crime has gone down by 11%. Violent crime has dropped even more, by almost 20%. That's a big deal. The police have al
