Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try
Mexico's Indigenous Peoples (IPs) face big health problems. The government has tried to help. They use an intercultural approach. This means they consider the culture of IPs when making health plans. But this approach has a flaw. It focuses too much on culture. It ignores the real reasons for health
Northeast Ohio is buzzing with activities in late January 2026. Art lovers can check out the KSU Biennial Faculty Show at the Center for the Visual Arts Gallery in Kent. This exhibit showcases the creative work of Kent State University's art faculty. It's a great chance to see what local artists are
Kentucky's recent game against Ole Miss was far from a masterpiece, but it was a win. The team struggled in the first half, making it tough to watch. However, they managed to pull through, thanks to some key players. Jasper Johnson, a freshman guard, had a standout performance. He went on a scoring
Texas Democrats are gearing up for a big race. Two candidates, Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, are competing to challenge the Republican hold on the Senate. Both want to win, but they have different ways of doing it. Crockett is known for her bold and fiery style. She has gained attention thro
New York City is facing a serious snowstorm, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani is urging everyone to be ready. The city is expecting a lot of snow, possibly the most in five years. The mayor wants people to stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel. The mayor held a press conference at the Spring Street Salt S
Indiana University's football team had a season to remember. They won every game. This is a big deal. The team and fans celebrated this win on campus. It was cold, but that did not stop thousands of people from showing up. The star player, Fernando Mendoza, showed off his Heisman Trophy. This is a
Newborns are at risk of serious infections. These infections can happen in the first month of life. They are called neonatal sepsis. This condition is a big problem worldwide. It is especially bad in poorer countries. There, more babies get sick and die from it. Doctors have a tough time treating t
New York City is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. Snow is expected to start early Sunday, but it won't stay all snow for long. Meteorologists are predicting a switch to sleet, which could make things messy and dangerous. Sleet happens when snowflakes fall through a warmer layer of air and m
Louisiana's early voting got a temporary pause on Monday, January 26, thanks to some nasty winter weather. Governor Jeff Landry called it off, and the Secretary of State’s Office shut down too. But don’t worry, voting picked back up on Tuesday, January 27, at 8:30 a. m. This whole thing is for the
