Next month, Syria will take a seat at the G7 table in France. President Ahmed al-Sharaa is expected to attend the June summit in Évian-les-Bains, marking the country’s first appearance at the yearly gathering since it began in 1975. The invitation was handed personally to Syria’s finance minister du
Next school year could mean fewer dollars in Louisiana teachers' wallets. State budget writers just approved a plan that skips the yearly cash boost teachers have gotten for the past two years. Without this extra money, many will see their pay drop by $2, 000. Support staff like school librarians wo
For decades, mixed martial arts has been dominated by a few big names, but a former powerhouse behind some of the sport’s biggest promotions thinks it’s time for a change. Scott Coker, who helped build Bellator and Strikeforce into major forces, is now launching a new global MMA league with a fresh
A Silicon Valley electronics company recently bought a large, empty office building in San Jose for about $18. 8 million—roughly a quarter less than what lenders had estimated it was worth. The 78, 200-square-foot property at 5729 Fontanoso Way had been sitting unused for years after a biotech start
When someone close passes away, families often turn to the local newspaper to share a final message. The process isn’t as straightforward as writing a social media post. Papers usually require proof that the person has died, often a call to a funeral home during their limited weekend hours. That sma
Natural gas prices in the US edged up recently, even though government data showed stockpiles grew more than expected. Normally, that would push prices down, but traders are betting on a different story. Forecasts predict scorching heat waves across the West and Midwest soon, which means power plant
Oregon’s Memorial Day weekend plans just got a little more complicated. Forecasters expect a sunny start, with warm temps in the upper 70s to low 80s on May 22-24 across parts of the state. But by the time the holiday hits, a shift is coming—cool rain will move in, ending the warmth. The Willamette
The world’s climate keeps heating up. Scientists call it global warming, not just weather changes. It brings stronger storms, hotter days, and unpredictable seasons. For many young people, just hearing the news can feel like a big weight on their shoulders. Some feel anxious or sad without even noti
Drug-resistant cancer cells are a major challenge in long-term cancer treatment. Traditional methods often rely on giving patients the highest possible drug dose until the body can no longer tolerate it. But this approach doesn’t always work well because it doesn’t account for how different cancer c
May 21st marks another year for some well-known faces in entertainment. Among them are actor Mr. T, celebrating his 74th birthday, and TV actor Sarah Ramos, who just turned 35. Mr. T, famous for his tough-guy roles and wrestling fame, made history when he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 20
