In Pennsylvania, many people are struggling because of the government shutdown. A woman went to church in tears because she won't get food benefits in November. She wasn't there to talk about politics. She just needed help to feed her kids. Millions of people in Pennsylvania rely on these benefits.
The Louvre, a place known for its art and history, has moved some of its most valuable jewels. They are now safe in the Bank of France. This happened after a bold robbery last week. The thieves took eight precious items worth a lot of money. They broke in during the day. This showed that the museum'
In the U. S. , a significant number of people are at risk of losing access to crucial food assistance. This aid, known as SNAP, has been a lifeline for many, including Sara Carlson. Years ago, when she was a single mother of three, SNAP helped her put food on the table. Now, she works as an operatio
Seattle's living costs are higher than most places in the U. S. This is a big deal for people who rely on Social Security. The Social Security Administration just announced a 2. 8% increase in benefits for 2026. But will this be enough to cover the rising costs in Seattle? The cost of living in Sea
Prices went up, but not as much as people thought they would. This is what happened in September. The numbers came out late because the government wasn't working. The U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said prices were 3. 0% higher than last year. That's a bit less than what experts guessed. It's als
Next year, seniors and other Social Security beneficiaries will see a small boost in their monthly checks. The increase is 2. 8%, which works out to about $56 more per month for the average person. This change is meant to help with rising costs, but it might not be enough. Health care costs eat up
In the world of art theft, something unexpected has happened. Thieves have started stealing items that they can actually sell. This is a big change from the usual trend of stealing famous paintings that are nearly impossible to sell. Recently, thieves stole royal jewelry worth around $100 million fr
The South China Sea has become a hotspot for tense encounters between the U. S. and China. In 2023, a Chinese fighter jet flew too close to a U. S. reconnaissance plane. This wasn't the first time. Earlier that year, another Chinese jet came dangerously close to a U. S. military aircraft. These risk
Haiti is in a tough spot. Elections won't happen before February 2026. Why? Gangs are running wild, making it too dangerous to vote. The last elections were in 2016. The president was killed in 2021. Since then, gangs have taken over big parts of the country. The electoral council tried to check vo
The Louvre, a top museum in Paris, faced a shocking robbery on a Sunday morning. Thieves took valuable jewels in just seven minutes. They used angle grinders to break in and threatened staff. The thieves escaped on motorbikes, leaving the museum in chaos. The stolen items include a pearl and diamond
