The famous action star Jean-Claude Van Damme, known for his intense fight scenes and thick accent, is now facing serious accusations. Over a decade ago, he was supposedly involved in a disturbing situation in Cannes, France. Five women, linked to a criminal group led by a Romanian businessman, were
A man from Maryland is currently in a notorious prison in El Salvador. This happened because of a mistake made by U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, has a wife and a 5-year-old child who are both U. S. citizens. His lawyers are fighting to bring him ba
Lisianthus plants in Vietnam face a tough enemy: Fusarium wilt. This disease is caused by various Fusarium species, and each has its own level of nastiness. Scientists wanted to figure out which species are the most harmful. They also looked for natural defenders among local soil bacteria, specifica
The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has officially been shut down. This decision came after a lengthy process of budget cuts and restructuring. The State Department will now take over many of USAID's responsibilities. This move is part of a broader effort to streamline foreign aid
The Trump administration is pushing the Supreme Court to allow deportations using the Alien Enemies Act. This law, usually left on the shelf, was recently dusted off to quickly remove over 200 Venezuelan men, sending them to a high-security prison in El Salvador. However, a federal judge and a court
A recent congressional hearing turned into a heated debate. Republicans took aim at PBS and NPR. They accused these public media giants of being biased and spreading false information. The hearing was organized by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. She labeled PBS and NPR as "radical left-wing e
The CTA, Chicago's public transit agency, spent over $26, 000 on three vehicles for top officials in 2023 and 2024. This isn't just about the money, though. It's about how these cars were used. For instance, the former CTA President, Dorval Carter, used his SUV more for getting to and from work than
Joe Gatto, known for his role in a popular comedy show, is facing serious allegations. A TikTok user named Joozyb claimed that Gatto sexually assaulted her in 2023. She was 19 at the time. This incident reportedly happened after they met at one of his shows in Milwaukee. Joozyb shared screenshots o
Data hierarchies are a big deal. They're everywhere, from families living together to cities packed with neighborhoods. When researchers want to figure out why things happen, they need to understand these layers. This is especially true when looking at complex issues like non-communicable diseases.
There is a lot of confusion surrounding a recent memo. It seems the Trump administration has some big plans for the United States Agency for International Development. The agency, known as USAID, might soon get a new name and a new boss. The memo suggests renaming it to US International Humanitarian
