In Iran, women are using social media to challenge old rules. After Mahsa Amini's death in 2022, many took to X, known before as Twitter, to voice their opinions. They use hashtags to fight against strict hijab laws. This isn't just about fashion. It's about power and freedom. Hashtags are more tha
Iran's oil minister, Mohsen Paknejad, recently stated that oil exports to China will keep flowing, even if the U. N. decides to reinstate sanctions. This comes as Iran and European nations are in talks to prevent these sanctions from happening. Iran and the E3 (France, Britain, and Germany) plus th
Bruce Pearl, the former Auburn basketball coach, has retired. This move came as a surprise to many, especially after leading the Tigers to their best season ever. But why did he leave? Some people think Pearl became a polarizing figure. His strong political views, like supporting Israel and backing
The Kansas City Chiefs pulled off a victory against the New York Giants, but it wasn't all smooth sailing. Fans can breathe a sigh of relief, but there's still room for improvement. The game showed both bright spots and areas that need work. George Karlaftis had a standout performance. He was all o
Najee Harris, the Chargers' running back, is out for the rest of the 2025 season. This news came after tests confirmed he tore his Achilles tendon during a game against the Denver Broncos. Harris got hurt in the first half of the game. Everyone could tell right away that it was serious. This is a b
A small earthquake, measuring 4. 3 on the Richter scale, recently shook the San Francisco Bay Area. This event, though not very strong, was felt by many people in the region. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in California due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire. The shaking was c
Allwyn International is making a bold move in the world of fantasy sports. They are buying a big chunk of PrizePicks, a popular fantasy sports operator. The deal is worth a lot of money: $1. 6 billion upfront. But that's not all. If PrizePicks does well over the next few years, Allwyn could pay even
Trevoh Chalobah, Chelsea's standout defender and emerging leader, recently shared his thoughts on the team's performance. He expressed his disappointment and apologized to the fans for a lackluster display. Chalobah admitted that the game was tough, especially the first 20 minutes, and that the team
On October 11, a special gathering will take place to highlight breast cancer awareness. From 10 a. m. to noon, the community is invited to join in at 1609 First Ave. , Rock Falls. This is the second time this event is happening, and it's all about learning and support. Several groups will be there
Chad Gilbert, the lead singer of New Found Glory, has been dealing with a tough situation. He recently shared that he's been in the hospital all week. This time wasn't easy, but there's some good news. The treatment he's getting is working. The biggest tumor in his lungs is shrinking, and other spot
