In the heart of Dallas, there's a place that's become a magnet for the rich and powerful. It's not a fancy hotel or a luxury club. It's Old Parkland, a unique office complex that's home to some of the biggest names in finance and tech. But what makes this place so special? Old Parkland is like a history lover's dream. It's filled with artifacts and art that tell sto...
The human gut is home to trillions of bacteria. These tiny organisms play a big role in keeping us healthy. They can also be linked to diseases like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Scientists have been studying these bacteria using different methods. One method is metagenomics. It helps identify bacteria and their connection to health or disease. But there's a catc...
A man now accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. , once fought in Afghanistan as part of a controversial paramilitary group. This group, known as a “Zero Unit, ” worked closely with the C. I. A. and was notorious for its harsh tactics. Human rights groups even labeled them “death squads. ” The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, grew up in a ...
In Jenin, a troubling event unfolded. Two individuals, later identified as wanted terrorists, were killed after they came out of a building with their hands up. This has sparked a lot of questions. Were they really a threat? Why were they shot if they surrendered? The Israeli military and police had gone into Jenin to arrest these individuals. They were part of a gr...
The Trump administration has decided to take a closer look at all green cards given to immigrants from specific countries. This decision comes after a recent shooting involving two National Guard members near the White House. The suspect in this case is an Afghan national who arrived in the U. S. in 2021. The list of countries under scrutiny includes Afghanistan, Cu...
A recent incident involving a National Guard shooting has brought attention to the Afghan refugee program in the U. S. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is one of about 76, 000 Afghans who came to the U. S. after the Taliban took over Afghanistan. This program, called Operation Allies Welcome, started after the U. S. left Afghanistan in 2021. Some people, like Pres...
The people of St. Vincent have spoken, and change is in the air. After 25 years, the New Democratic Party (NDP) has made a big comeback, winning the 2025 elections. Their leader, Dr. Godwin Friday, is set to become the island's next prime minister. This win is a big deal. It means the end of a long era under former Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves. The NDP secured 11 ...
UPS has decided to keep its older planes on the ground for a while. This comes after a serious accident involving one of their McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes. The crash happened in Louisville, Kentucky, and sadly, 14 people lost their lives. Many others were hurt. This has led UPS to take a closer look at their planes. The planes in question are quite old, averaging...
An Afghan man, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. He was once part of a special counterterrorism unit in Afghanistan. This unit, known as NDS-03, worked closely with the CIA and fought against the Taliban. The CIA confirmed that Lakanwal came to the U. S. in 2021 because of his past work with the U. S. gover...
Alaska, known for its wild beauty and seismic activity, felt another shake early Thursday. A 6. 0 magnitude quake hit near Susitna, roughly 30 miles from Anchorage, around 8:11 a. m. local time. The U. S. Geological Survey reported the event, but don't worry, no tsunami is expected this time. Good news so far: no damage or injuries have been reported. Alaska State T...