DA

May 09 2026EDUCATION

A late start for the 2027 school year in Anne Arundel

Next year’s school schedule in Anne Arundel County takes a different path. Instead of kicking off in late August, classes begin on August 30, 2027. The change came after the school board voted unanimously on a fresh calendar. Officials say the delay helps avoid losing teaching days to holidays that

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026POLITICS

Data Centers: Colorado’s New Chance to Grow

Colorado is facing a budget crunch and needs fresh investment. A new bill proposes giving state sales‑tax breaks to companies that build data centers, hoping the tech giant’s money will come back into local communities. Data centers are essential for cloud computing, gaming and online services

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026EDUCATION

Trust in AI: Building a Reliable Tool for Online Learners

A new study has created and tested a tool that measures how much students trust AI in online courses. The researchers first gathered ideas from existing research, then asked experts to check the items for relevance. They ran two rounds of statistical tests: one to explore how the questions group tog

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026BUSINESS

Fireworks Factory Explosion Claims 37 Lives in China

A loud blast tore through a fireworks factory in Liuyang, Hunan, on Monday afternoon. The town is famous for making most of China’s fireworks sold locally and abroad. The explosion happened around 4:40 p. m. , just as workers were busy preparing for the upcoming festival season. The tragedy ha

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026POLITICS

New York Sets Mask Rules for Police and ICE

The state of New York is moving to stop police officers from wearing masks while on duty, a decision announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. The rule also targets the federal agency U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, limiting its presence in places like schools and hospitals unless a jud

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Crime Show Sparks Mixed Feelings

The latest crime drama drops on Peacock and quickly gathers attention, yet it still feels a shadow of its creator’s earlier success. It follows Etta Tiger Jonze, a young woman who moves from grief to power after her family is killed. She rises as the top crime boss in South Florida, mixing vengea

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026SPORTS

Unexpected Leader at Truist Championship Before Storms Hit

The Truist Championship in Charlotte, North Carolina, took an unpredictable turn on Thursday when weather forced players to abandon their rounds. Matt McCarty, a golfer with just one PGA Tour victory under his belt, unexpectedly rose to the top with a stunning 8-under-par 63. His final three holes f

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026CELEBRITIES

Simple yet thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts inspired by celebrity favorites

Celebrities often set trends, but their favorite products aren’t always out of reach for regular shoppers. This Mother’s Day, skip the last-minute panic and take inspiration from stars who’ve shared their go-to gifts. Instead of chasing expensive items, focus on practical yet stylish options that fe

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026CELEBRITIES

Birthdays today: Meet these May 7th stars and the small details that make them stand out

May 7th brings a mix of creative talents from different fields to celebrate another trip around the sun. A director who shaped comedy decades ago turns 74, while two comedic actors in their late thirties share the same birthday. None of them seem to mind sharing a spotlight on the calendar. Amy Hec

reading time less than a minute
May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Cards Hit Hearthstone: Big Upgrades for Four Hero Classes

Hearthstone just dropped a fresh update that changes how players build decks around certain heroes. Instead of small tweaks, this patch focuses on four classes at once—Druid, Hunter, Paladin, and Mage—giving each one a whole new set of powerful cards. These big updates arrive three times a year, mea

reading time less than a minute