In a recent development, Oakland County has taken action against four of its IT staff members. They were involved in a shady contract deal. An independent probe revealed that the county awarded a contract to a company owned by one of the employees. This was not done properly. The county executive,
Sudan's western region of Darfur is facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with El-Fasher, the last stronghold of the regular army, falling to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after an 18-month siege. The RSF, now in control of all five state capitals in Darfur, has been accused of committing mass killi
In a recent turn of events, Israel announced that the remains of three individuals handed over by Hamas do not belong to any of the hostages. This revelation comes as a setback to the already fragile U. S. -brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The exchange of remains is part of a broader ag
A heavy dose of rain is on the way for the Halloween weekend in Snohomish County. The National Weather Service has issued a warning about a significant amount of rainfall, with predictions ranging from 2 to 4 inches, and some areas could even see over 5 inches. This is due to a strong atmospheric ri
The Coast Film & Music Festival is back for another year, bringing together a mix of films, music, and outdoor activities. This year's event runs for nine days and features a wide range of films that focus on adventure, conservation, and human stories. The festival aims to inspire and educate, with
Estonia's president, Alar Karis, recently shared some interesting insights about the Russia-Ukraine war and the challenges of finding peace. He mentioned a conversation he had with former U. S. President Donald Trump earlier this year. Trump had said they were close to ending the war, but as of Octo
Emotional awareness is a big deal. It helps us get along with others and understand ourselves better. A tool called the Levels of Emotional Awareness Scale (LEAS) has been around since 1990. It measures how well people can recognize and understand their own emotions and those of others. A recent st
Martha Stewart, the famous businesswoman and TV personality, has a unique way of celebrating Halloween. She hands out cash to trick-or-treaters who visit her home. This tradition started because her farm is quite remote and the path to her door can be a bit scary. She sees it as a reward for those b
The North Bay is in for a treat this Halloween, with clear skies and mild temperatures perfect for trick-or-treating. But don't let the calm weather fool you; the coast is a different story. A beach hazard statement is in place, warning of dangerous conditions from Saturday morning to Tuesday early
Our world is getting hotter, and it's not just a phase. Over the past century, the average surface temperature has gone up by about 2 degrees Fahrenheit. This might not sound like much, but it's enough to cause some serious changes. Glaciers are melting, sea levels are rising, and extreme weather ev
