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Feb 27 2026SCIENCE

Global Hack to Find Coronavirus Drugs

A worldwide team of scientists and programmers joined forces in a blind test to spot the best computer tricks for hunting coronavirus medicines. They used secret data from a big AI project that looks for drugs against SARS‑CoV‑2 and MERS‑CoV enzymes. The challenge asked participants to guess how str

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Feb 25 2026EDUCATION

Teacher Wins Big Prize for Inspiring Students

A private school teacher in Los Angeles has been honored with a national teaching award that comes with a $25, 000 cash prize. The award, known as the “Oscar of Teaching, ” is given to educators who show exceptional skill and passion in the classroom. Only two teachers in California received this aw

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Trump Faces Low Economy Ratings Ahead of State‑of‑the‑Union

The upcoming State‑of‑the‑Union will see President Trump stepping onto a stage where many voters doubt his economic leadership. In his first term, he held steady or high approval on the economy, but since returning to office, those numbers have slipped. Many Americans blame rising costs and feel the

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Feb 24 2026CRIME

Traveling to Mexico Now: What You Need to Know

People plan spring break trips to warm places, but recent fighting in Mexico worries travelers. Usually cartel fights stay inside towns and don’t hurt tourists, yet this time they spread to major spots. Flights stopped in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara, and the U. S. warned people to stay put near

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Feb 24 2026SCIENCE

New Paths for Carbon Capture: Polymer Membranes That Work

Polymer membranes are becoming a key tool for removing CO₂ from industrial gases, but they still face hurdles. The main challenge is balancing how fast the gas moves through the film, how well it can be separated from other gases, how stable the material stays over time, and whether it can be made a

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

The Draft Dream: How Seattle Keeps Building a Super‑Bowl Team

Seattle has become known for picking the right players at the NFL Draft. Their recent choices show how a good scouting crew can shape a team’s future. The 2022 draft gave the Seahawks a group of players who are now key starters. A left tackle, a running back, an edge rusher and a few defensiv

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

French Embassy Cuts Ties with U. S. Envoy Over Missed Meeting

The United States lost an important diplomatic link after its ambassador to Paris failed to attend a crucial meeting with French officials. The event was set to address the U. S. response to the death of a far‑right activist, Quentin Deranque, who was killed during a protest in Lyon. The ambassador’

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Feb 23 2026CRIME

Nighttime Gunfire Hits Virginia Beach Town Center

In the early hours of Sunday, a sudden burst of gunfire rattled the Town Center area of Virginia Beach. Officers arrived near Market Street, where they discovered a crime scene surrounded by local restaurants and shops. Two men were found on the street with gunshot wounds; they were transported to a

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Feb 18 2026RELIGION

The World in Ashes: A Call for Reflection

In Rome, a solemn Mass began the Lenten season with ashes that symbolised more than mortality. The leader of the Catholic Church spoke about a planet “on fire” from war and environmental loss. He described the ash as a reminder of cities destroyed, broken law, and ruined ecosystems. The message w

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Feb 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Heat Up Social Media on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day brought a wave of steamy photos to social media, with celebrities showing off their lingerie. Emily Ratajkowski, Kendall Jenner, and Madonna were among the stars who posted racy snaps. Others, like Halle Berry and Eva Mendes, went for a more subtle approach, sharing photos without pa

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