In many parts of the world, babies grow up hearing a lot or very little talking. Researchers wanted to see if the amount of speech aimed at a child matters for how well babies learn the sounds that make up words. They studied two very different places: a rural highland community in Bolivia where peo
A Catholic bishop accepted an invitation from the White House to sit on a new commission focused on religious liberty. He was surprised by how quickly his name appeared and how the invitation made sense, given his church’s long history of championing faith rights. Over the course of a year, the g
Isaiah Hartenstein was born in Eugene, Oregon, on May 5, 1998. He grew up with a dual passport: American and German. In 2008 his family moved to Germany because of his father’s professional basketball career, and the move shaped Isaiah’s upbringing and style on the court. While many people assume h
Polish students who are preparing to become teachers were examined to spot early signs that they might face burnout or health problems later in their careers. The researchers used a tool called the AVEM inventory, which looks at how people handle work and what habits they develop. Two particul
The weekend saw a scary carjacking near Macy’s at the Towson Town Center. Two men with guns took a victim’s car in the parking garage around 3:30 p. m. Police found the suspects and are preparing to arrest them. The mall is already losing many stores. Banana Republic, Louis Vuitton, Apple Store and
Universal Studios Hollywood opened its gates last week for a special after‑hours event that surprised many visitors. The highlight was a Scooby‑Doo themed mystery set in the historic Little Europe backlot, the very place where the studio’s early monster movies were shot. Guests were invited to uncov
Biobanks are organized storage places for animal tissues, DNA, and other data that scientists keep safe for long periods. They help researchers study health, protect endangered species, and solve legal cases involving animals. In the field of veterinary forensics, these collections become powerfu
York’s George Street will buzz with life again next year as outdoor dining makes a comeback. Starting May 2 and running till Halloween on October 31, Restaurant Row will host sidewalk tables every Saturday. Hours stretch from 4:30 p. m. to 10 p. m. , giving visitors a long evening under the sky. Se
Tokyo Game Show is building a spot for small teams and solo creators to shine. A new round of sponsors has stepped up to help indie developers show off their work without heavy costs. Nine companies from different corners of the business world—from big names like Nintendo to smaller groups like Amak
Most runners use earbuds to listen to music or podcasts, not to study their movement. But what if those tiny devices could also measure how you run? Researchers tested this idea by equipping earbuds with motion sensors. They asked 30 runners—men and women—to jog on treadmills and solid platforms whi
