The 16th spring edition of the local sci‑fi convention is set to bring a mix of beloved actors and lively activities to Altoona. The event, organized by Casey Bassett, will host about 17 guests from popular films such as “Empire Records, ” “The 100, ” “Starship Troopers” and the “Twilight” series. T
The White House is set to host a UFC event on June 14, the day President Trump turns 80. The fight will take place on the South Lawn, a first for the U. S. capital. A new arena with 4, 000 seats is being built on the grounds. The event will feature top fighters for lightweight and heavyweight titles
The day brings a mix of birthdays for actors, singers and directors who have made their mark in film, music and television. At the heart of the list is country star Wynonna Judd, who turns 62 and whose middle name is Claire. The same day, film maker Antoine Fuqua, known for a recent biopic about t
The former U. S. Attorney General, Pam Bondi, spoke before a small group of lawmakers on Friday. The committee was led by Republican House Chairman James Comer, who said the group would ask why some documents had not yet been shared. Bondi’s team released over three million pages about the inv
The Trump team wants cars made in North America to use more parts from the region. They aim for 82 % of a car’s value to come from North America. Half of that must be made in the United States. The plan was announced at talks in Mexico City about changing the US‑Mexico‑Canada trade deal. Canada i
The fight against diseases that jump from animals to people, called zoonoses, depends on a united effort between human health workers, veterinarians, and wildlife experts. In Ghana, scientists wanted to find out why this teamwork is still difficult. They looked at the three main sectors: hospital
The Texas State Board of Education will decide in June whether to make a list of required reading for all public schools. The list would feature 13 Bible stories, starting with Noah’s Ark in first grade. Every class from first through twelfth grades would have at least one biblical passage, except k
The vote began in Malta on Saturday. People went to the polls early because a snap election was called by Prime Minister Robert Abela. He said new challenges could arise from the global situation, so a quick decision was needed. Malta’s economy has been doing well. Growth reached 4% last year, and
The voting window for the Best of Mower County has opened and will stay open until July 2. In April and May, several businesses were shortlisted in each category, leaving up to five finalists for voters. Now residents can decide which local spot deserves the top honor in its field. This event
The White House released a new health report for former President Trump. It shows a high score on brain tests and good cholesterol levels. The report claims his heart is 14 years younger than his age. However, the new document leaves out details that were in last year’s file. Last year men
