A man's life ended tragically on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old from Southern California, was on a trip with his fiancée, son, and family. He had an "all you can drink" package. Over seven hours, he consumed 33 drinks. This led to a violent outburst. Virgil became aggressive
Many people think the Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida is closed. It's not. This place has been running since July 2025, despite legal challenges. A judge ordered it to shut down in August 2025 because it didn't do the right environmental checks. But an appeals court blocked that decisio
China's struggle with opioid use disorder (OUD) has been a long-standing issue. From 1990 to 2021, the impact of OUD on health has been significant. This is not just a recent problem. It has been growing for decades. The data shows that OUD has been taking a toll on people's health. This is not jus
Scientists have been playing with crystals to make them glow in different colors. They did this by swapping tiny parts of the crystal and watching what happens. These crystals are made of stuff like potassium, fluorine, and other elements. The main star here is chromium, which is added to the crysta
A tragic event unfolded at Kentucky State University (KSU) recently, leaving one student dead and another fighting for their life. The incident, which took place in a residence hall, has shaken the campus community and prompted a swift response from law enforcement. The suspect, who is not a studen
The Education Department has struck a deal to scrap the SAVE student loan repayment plan. This plan, known for its flexibility and low monthly payments, is now on its way out. The decision comes after a legal battle with Republican state attorneys general, who argued that SAVE was too lenient. The
The Supreme Court was in the middle of a heated discussion about whether the president can fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This isn't just about the FTC, though. If the court says yes, it could give the president more power over other independent agencies too. Justice Sonia
In many parts of the world, mothers in hospitals are not treated with kindness and respect. This is especially true for women who are poor, from minority groups, or have less education. The World Health Organization says every mother should be treated with dignity. But in reality, not all women get
Medical students often find research boring. They prefer learning about patients and treatments. But research is important. It helps them understand how to find and use information. Games can make learning research fun. One way to do this is through educational escape rooms. These rooms are like puz
Montgomery County's only charter school, the MECCA Business Learning Institute (MBLI), is in hot water. Just a few months after it opened, the school is facing serious trouble. The county's education officials are considering shutting it down. Why? They say the school broke some important rules. Fi
