Keith Urban has been making waves lately, and it's not just about his music. After his divorce from Nicole Kidman, the country star is focusing on himself in a big way. He's been quiet about the split, but those close to him say he's embracing this new chapter with confidence and a new look. At the
A deal has been struck between West Contra Costa educators and the school district, bringing an end to a nearly week-long strike. Both sides announced the agreement early Wednesday, with the union and school board still needing to give their final approval. The district expressed relief that studen
The United States is set to start planning for its G20 presidency next year. This planning will begin with a meeting of officials from the Group of 20 major economies. The meeting will start on Monday. South Africa, the current host, is not invited to this meeting. The U. S. took over the G20 presi
Chicago's cultural workers are joining forces to demand better pay and working conditions. Many of them feel undervalued and underpaid, especially after the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Workers at various museums and cultural sites have been successful in forming unions and securi
This year, there's been a noticeable quiet in the news about extreme weather. No scary headlines about the "worst ever" storms or urgent warnings from the United Nations about saving the planet. Why? Maybe because the news hasn't been as dramatic as expected. Remember all those predictions about hu
The Geminid Meteor Shower is coming to a sky near you on December 13th and 14th. This is not just any meteor shower. It is known for its bright and colorful streaks that light up the night sky. The source of this dazzling display is asteroid 3200 Phaeton, which takes 524 days to orbit the Sun. Mete
Switzerland and the US just made a big trade deal. It's a win-win for both countries. The US will lower tariffs on Swiss goods. This means Swiss products will be cheaper to sell in the US. The new tariff rate is now 15%. That's a big drop from the previous 39%. This deal is a big relief for Switzer
A fresh face is joining the 'Today' show family! Sheinelle Jones is stepping up as the permanent co-host alongside Jenna Bush Hager for the fourth hour. This isn't just a random pick; Jones has been a familiar face on the show for years, starting with the weekend edition in 2014 and moving to the we
A woman is taking legal action against a well-known skin expert, claiming a treatment left her with lasting damage. Victoria Nelson is suing Sonya Dakar, a celebrity esthetician, after a procedure she says ruined her face. The California Attorney General's office is also involved, filing a complaint
Fitness influencers are big on live streams these days. They show off their workouts and lifestyles to millions. But how much do they really change how women decide to exercise? Researchers dug into this. They wanted to see how these influencers and their content affect women's plans to work out. T
