A heavy dose of rain is on the way for the Halloween weekend in Snohomish County. The National Weather Service has issued a warning about a significant amount of rainfall, with predictions ranging from 2 to 4 inches, and some areas could even see over 5 inches. This is due to a strong atmospheric river moving into the region, which will start to impact the area on Fr...
A major shift is happening with TikTok. The US and China have wrapped up a deal to change who owns TikTok in the US. This news came from a top US official who spoke on a Sunday news show. The deal is supposed to be finalized when two big leaders, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, meet later this week. The official didn't share many details about the deal. But it's part o...
A recent presidential pardon has sparked a heated debate. The focus is on Changpeng Zhao, often called CZ, the head of Binance, the world's biggest crypto exchange. He was found guilty of breaking anti-money laundering rules in 2023. Binance had to pay a huge fine of $4 billion. CZ himself had to pay $50 million and served four months in jail. The pardon came from P...
Chicago, a city with a rich history and diverse culture, has inspired many through literature. Readers shared their experiences of how certain books reshaped their understanding of the city. One person highlighted how "Division Street" by Studs Terkel showcased the city's diverse population. Another reader was amazed by the rapid growth of Chicago in the 19th centur...
The New York City Ballet's fall gala was a dazzling display of fashion and drama. Stars like Sarah Jessica Parker and Mick Jagger strutted their stuff on the red carpet, while the dancers chose to stay backstage. The event was a mix of glamour and tension, with the dancers boycotting the pre-show festivities due to contract negotiations. The dancers, represented by ...
TikTok's US business is set for a big change. Oracle, a major tech company, is stepping in to take a lead role. They will invest and keep an eye on TikTok's data and algorithms. Oracle's chairman, Larry Ellison, is a close ally of former President Trump. Rupert Murdoch, a powerful media boss, might also have a hand in this deal. His media empire includes big names l...
Lachlan Murdoch is now at the helm of a media empire that his father, Rupert, built from the ground up. This empire includes Fox Corp. , which is home to Fox News, Fox Broadcasting, and Fox Sports. These divisions are the main sources of profit for the Murdoch family business. Newspapers are not Lachlan's passion. He sees himself as a forward-thinking media mogul, n...
Late August is a special time for many famous people. These stars have made their mark in movies, music, and TV. They show that talent can shine at any age. Let's explore some of these celebrities and see what makes them unique. On August 24, we have a diverse group of talents. Mason Williams is a skilled guitarist with a long career. Marshall Thompson's voice in Th...
Let's talk about a strange letter. It's from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein. The Wall Street Journal wrote about it. The letter is from 2003. It's for Epstein's 50th birthday. It has a drawing of a naked woman. Trump's name is in a private area of the drawing. The letter also has a weird conversation between Trump and Epstein. It talks about secrets and friends. Tr...
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital's emergency room has been hit hard by staff shortages. The emergency department had to close its doors for several hours on July 7 and 9 due to a lack of doctors and nurses. This is not an isolated incident. Across Northern Health, more than 90% of emergency room closures in Prince Rupert and Kitimat General Hospital between January an...