Japan and five Central Asian countries came together for their first-ever summit. This meeting was a big deal. It happened in Tokyo and lasted two days. The countries involved were Japan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. They all agreed on some important things. The
Friday in the DC area was quite the windy day. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory that lasted until 10 p. m. But it wasn't just any wind advisory. Washington and Frederick counties in Maryland were under a high wind warning. Why? Because wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph. That's s
California is seeing a small but steady rise in population for the third year in a row. The increase is tiny, just 0. 05%, but it's a step forward after the big drop during the pandemic. People are still leaving the state, though. More Californians moved out than moved in from other states. The onl
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is under fire for its handling of teacher misconduct cases. A child advocate and a former student recently spoke out, urging the school board to take stronger action. Tania Haigh, president of KIDS TOO, a child advocacy group, told board members that the current approach
The West is facing a winter that's anything but typical. Ski resorts are struggling to keep their runs open, and attractions like ice castles are on hold. The reason? It's just too warm, and there's not enough snow. This is a big deal because snow is crucial for more than just skiing. It's a vital w
Butterflies are changing because of climate change. Scientists looked at two types of butterflies in different places. They found that these butterflies are adapting in unique ways. In California, the butterflies are changing their wing colors. This helps them handle warmer springs. They are using
The United Nations is facing a unique challenge. A rule that seems outdated is causing trouble. This rule says if the U. N. doesn't spend money because countries pay late or not at all, it has to return that money. This could mean giving back nearly $300 million next year. That's a lot of money, esp
A man, once a student at Brown University, ended his life in a storage unit in New Hampshire. Claudio Neves Valente, a 48-year-old from Portugal, is suspected of killing two people and injuring nine others at Brown. He also allegedly shot and killed an MIT professor, Nuno FG Loureiro, days later. Au
In 2025, the United States saw a sharp turnaround in climate change efforts. After years of optimism, the new administration under President Donald Trump quickly undid many environmental policies. This shift was so significant that it was given a name: greenlash. Greenlash refers to the backlash aga
North Jersey faced a challenging morning as a storm swept in, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The weather disrupted commutes, with trees falling and roads flooding. The National Weather Service warned that the rain would continue for much of the day. By afternoon, the rain was expected to eas
