Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee is investing $28 million to revamp its behavioral health department. This two-year project aims to modernize and expand the facility, which currently serves around 60 patients. The hospital plans to keep the department running during construction. Funding for th
The Toro Company, a major player in outdoor solutions, has set the date for its fiscal 2025 financial results. On December 17, they will share their fourth-quarter and full-year performance. The numbers will be out at 7:30 a. m. CT, and you can find them on their website. They're also planning a co
New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki, also known as Mount Cook, has recently seen a tragic incident. Two climbers lost their lives, while two others were rescued. The bodies of the deceased were found by specialist search teams working in harsh alpine conditions. The identities of the climbers have no
COP30 wrapped up in November 2025 in Belém, Brazil, a city near the Amazon. This yearly meeting brings together countries to talk about climate change and how to fix it. The goal is to keep global warming close to 1. 5°C above pre-industrial levels. But this year, people criticized the event for bei
In a democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions. But over time, lobbyists have stepped in to push for specific causes. Some of these causes are important, like medical research or environmental protection. Others are more about business interests, like mining or pharmaceuticals. Lo
Rhode Island is making big moves to help students get ready for jobs. Schools like the Apprenticeship Exploration School (AES) in Cranston are leading the way. These schools focus on hands-on learning, giving students the skills they need for careers in construction, hospitality, and more. AES is n
Hackers have found a sneaky way to steal data using 3D files. They are using files from Blender, a popular 3D creation tool, to spread malware called StealC V2. This malware can grab information from browsers, wallets, and even email clients. The hackers upload harmful files to sites like CGTrader.
A new player has entered the world of crypto-linked investments. The Defiance BMNR Option Income ETF, or YBMN, started trading on Tuesday. It's a unique fund that focuses on generating income from Bitmine Immersion Technologies, a company known for its ties to cryptocurrency. The fund is powered by
The United Arab Emirates has taken a significant step towards regulating decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 technologies with its new financial law. This law, known as Federal Decree Law No. 6 of 2025, is set to bring a major change in how these industries operate within the country. The law tar
The 2025-26 figure skating season is set to be a thrilling ride, with top athletes ready to dazzle on ice. The season kicks off with the Grand Prix Series in October, featuring some of the world's best skaters. Fans can catch all the action live on Peacock, with events happening almost every weekend
