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
In the past, Donald Trump's attempts to control the media were largely unsuccessful. He criticized journalists and encouraged his followers to distrust the press, but the media largely stood their ground. However, things have changed. His recent efforts to muzzle the media are proving more effective
Mariah Carey, the iconic pop star, took the stage in Belem, Brazil, not just to perform but to send a strong message. She was part of a two-day event called "Amazon Live - Today and Forever, " which aimed to highlight the importance of protecting the Amazon rainforest. The concert was special becaus
A recent Senate hearing shed light on the controversial firing of Susan Monarez, the former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The hearing, led by Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy, aimed to uncover the true reasons behind her abrupt dismissal just weeks after her confirmat
In a recent congressional hearing, military personnel shared their encounters with unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs), sparking intrigue and debate. Dylan Borland, a former Air Force intelligence officer, described seeing four bright lights that caused static electricity and chaos among his team.
In a recent congressional hearing, a strange video surfaced showing a U. S. military drone firing a Hellfire missile at a metallic sphere. The missile struck, but the orb kept moving as if nothing happened. This event took place off the coast of Yemen in October 2024, during U. S. operations against
A strange event took place off the coast of Yemen on October 30, 2024. A video was shown during a congressional hearing. It appeared to show a U. S. military missile hitting a shiny, fast-moving object. The missile did not stop the object. It kept going as if nothing happened. The video was shared
After the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, many people are talking about how to fix the deep divides in the U. S. Some leaders, like Governors Cox and Newsom, and commentator Ezra Klein, stressed the importance of respectful discussions. They praised Kirk's approach to debate and urged people to keep e
In 2014, a big eye health study called the National Eye Survey II (NES II) was done in Malaysia. It used a method recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) to check how many people were blind or needed cataract surgery. The results showed big differences in eye care across the country. Some
Air pollution in cities is a big health issue. Cars and trucks are a major cause of this problem. A recent study looked at five big changes to transportation in Paris. These changes aimed to cut down on harmful stuff in the air. The study checked how these changes would affect pollution levels and h
