Southwestern France once acted as a natural shelter for Neanderthals when the last ice age began. Unlike other regions that turned too cold for survival, this area stayed mild enough for long-term habitation. Scientists think this happened because of unique geographical features that blocked harsh w
South Carolina is stuck in a tough spot right now. Even after some rain in early May, every single county is still dealing with drought conditions. The state hasn’t seen rain like this in over a century, with 2002 being the last time things were this dry. The lack of water is hurting farms, lowering
South Carolina’s beauty and wellness schools face a looming threat from new federal rules that could shut them down. The U. S. Department of Education plans to apply strict accountability standards—originally meant for degree programs—to certificate courses that the law explicitly protected. As a re
South Korean gamers will see higher prices for the PlayStation 5 this month. Starting on May 1, Sony will raise the Disc Edition to ₩948, 000 and the Digital Edition to ₩858, 000. The upgraded PS5 Pro will cost ₩1, 298, 000. Even the PlayStation Portal remote player will climb to ₩378, 000. T
South Park Estates in Midtown was once a rare spot where working families could own their homes. But after the city changed the rules in 2021, rents jumped nearly 50% in just a few years. What used to be a tight-knit community of 66 families is now down to just 35. The reason? Officials allowed a de
South Korea’s main stock index just crossed a major milestone, closing at 6, 388 points—a record high. The jump came mostly from tech stocks, especially chipmakers, which defied worries about Middle East tensions and rising oil prices. The market’s total value now sits at over $3. 5 trillion, beatin
South Korean music powerhouses Hybe, YG Entertainment, SM Entertainment and JYP Entertainment are joining forces to build a new company that could host an international music festival featuring their stars. The move comes after the four firms, all members of a government cultural committee, annou
Southwest Florida is seeing a wave of new construction that’s reshaping the landscape from Estero to Bonita Springs. One of the biggest hotspots is the Coconut Point corridor, where billions are being poured into high-rises, sports complexes, and entertainment hubs. The Estero Sports Park Complex is
South Carolina stands out in the U. S. for having some of the biggest gaps in care for Black mothers. These women are twice as likely to die during or after childbirth compared to others. Experts say this isn’t just bad luck—it’s a pattern tied to how healthcare treats people differently based on ra
South Carolina’s Richland One school district just escaped a financial red flag that had been hanging over its operations for nearly two years. The state first raised concerns in August 2024, bumping the district from a basic watch list to a stricter caution label. Auditors flagged several weak spot
