The Colorado River is in serious trouble. The states that rely on it missed a big deadline to agree on how to share its water. Lakes Mead and Powell are almost empty, and nature doesn't care about human arguments. The problem is that the rules made in 1922 don't work anymore. Back then, people thou
The Bay Area is seeing a rise in threats against local leaders. In October, someone was charged with sending hate-filled emails to Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee. The emails included violent language and racial slurs. They even threatened to harm police officers and other officials. This isn't an isolat
Robert De Niro has been a staple in the gangster genre for decades. From his breakout role in "Mean Streets" to his iconic performance in "The Godfather Part II, " he has proven his mettle in the genre. However, not all of his ventures have been successful. "The Alto Knights, " a 2025 film about the
In South Africa, a brutal murder brought two men together. Michael Mogale, who is Black, and Peet Van Staden, who is white and Afrikaner, stood over a victim beaten to death. This event highlighted the country's severe crime issue, with a murder rate much higher than in the United States. However, t
Leaders from the world's 20 biggest economies met in Johannesburg this weekend, but one major player was missing: the United States. The U. S. skipped the summit due to some old and not very convincing claims about South Africa. This left the other countries to discuss important topics like climate
Khan Noonien Singh is a big deal in the Star Trek world. He first showed up in the 1967 episode "Space Seed" and became a fan favorite. His impact is so huge that he appeared in one of the best Star Trek movies and even got a reboot in the 2010s. His story is still important today, seen in shows lik
Psychology books for beginners have been under the microscope lately. It turns out, they've had some problems with getting the facts straight. These books often make psychology studies seem more solid than they really are. They also tend to push ideas that lean towards progressive politics. Some we
A massive money-laundering operation in the UK has been using cryptocurrency to move huge sums of cash. This scheme, which involved 28 towns and cities, turned profits from illegal activities like drug trafficking and gun sales into digital currency. Some of this money even ended up supporting Russi
Bitcoin's value has taken a nosedive, falling below $80, 000. This drop has left over 70% of investors with losses. It's a tough time for those who jumped in during the late-2024 and early-2025 rallies. The price has plummeted by nearly 35% from its peak in October. This has caused a lot of stress,
Elderly individuals with cognitive impairment often struggle with sleep and mood. A recent study explored how regular exercise can make a difference. The research focused on two types of exercise: eccentric resistance and combined aerobic plus resistance. The goal was to see how these activities imp
