Mattel wants to prove that their toys can work as movies, not just playthings. After Barbie shocked Hollywood with a $1. 5 billion hit, the company bet heavily on another icon: He-Man. The blue-haired hero ruled toy aisles in the 1980s but now struggles to feel modern. This weekend, a $170 million H
Shawnee County has taken a quiet but important step toward breathing new life into a historic downtown building. Officials recently approved a plan to support upgrades for Hotel Topeka, a project that could reshape part of the city center. The move allows up to $7 million in bonds to be issued, but
A team of scientists in Australia has produced the biggest chart yet of magnetic fields that stretch between galaxies. The new map shows how invisible forces shape the growth and movement of matter across space, a topic that has puzzled astronomers for decades. Using powerful radio telescopes fro
Andy Murray, long known for his tennis trophies, is stepping into a fresh chapter that shows more than just his athletic skill. A new documentary series follows him and his wife, Kim Sears, as they balance family life, a hotel business, and coaching roles. The series, produced by Rogan Productions,
The White House announced this week that Bill Pulte will step in temporarily as the acting head of U. S. intelligence. President Trump explained that the role isn’t meant to last long, though he hinted Pulte could uncover useful details about past election issues. Pulte currently oversees federal ho
Little Rock shows that weekends can be more than football fields and quiet green spaces. Instead of sticking to the usual routine, the city mixes serious art with playful surprises, proving that culture can be lively and approachable. In one local park a pair of performers blends opera with elect
Healthcare systems worldwide are struggling with more patients and fewer workers. Many countries now rely on digital helpers to fill the gaps. One such tool is Remote Care Assist, a video-call system that lets home care staff ask experts for advice in real time. But the big question is: will the nur
When Bill Pulte was named as the acting director of national intelligence, many eyebrows were raised—not just because of his lack of experience in espionage or security, but because some key figures in Washington hadn’t even heard of him. At a recent hearing, Representative Bill Keating pressed Sec
Two Mexican state governors now face U. S. scrutiny for alleged cartel ties, adding pressure to a relationship already strained by accusations of interference. Alfonso Durazo of Sonora and Américo Villarreal of Tamaulipas—both from the ruling party—lost their U. S. visas while under investigation, m
A 40‑year‑old art influencer was found dead in a hotel room after traveling to Brazil for cosmetic surgery. The victim, known online as @JerryGogosian, was discovered by hotel staff on a Sunday morning. A man claiming to be her surgeon arrived later but could not reach the woman, prompting staff to
