Cities are getting hotter, and plants are supposed to help. But it's not that simple. In some places, plants can make things worse. This is a big deal because more than half the world's people live in cities. And cities are getting hotter because of something called the urban heat island effect. Sc
In a sad turn of events, Victoria Jones, the daughter of famous actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel on New Year's Day. She was just 34 years old. The news has left many people shocked and heartbroken. The incident happened at the Fairmont San Francisco hotel. Emergency se
Stephen Schwartz, the mastermind behind "Wicked, " made a bold move. He decided not to host a gala at the Kennedy Center. This decision came after changes at the arts center under the Trump administration. Schwartz believes the Kennedy Center is no longer a safe space for free artistic expression.
Theaters got a big surprise when the "Stranger Things" finale hit screens. It brought in about $25 million, which was great news for movie theaters struggling to attract audiences. The show aired on Netflix and in around 600 theaters on New Year's Eve, with extra showings on New Year's Day. Fans co
In a recent online post, President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran. He declared that the U. S. is "locked and loaded" and ready to act if Iran harms peaceful protesters. This statement came as protests in Iran grew, with reports of several deaths on Thursday. Trump did not explain how th
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, wasted no time making his mark. On his first day in office, he revoked several executive orders from his predecessor, Eric Adams. These orders, signed after Adams' federal indictment, included one that expanded the definition of antisemitism and another tha
California is experiencing a remarkable turnaround from its recent dry spell. After a particularly arid year in 2024, the state is now seeing an abundance of rain. This sudden change has broken several records and brought both benefits and challenges. The recent downpours have been intense. Many ar
A man accused of planting pipe bombs near key political buildings in Washington, D. C. , will stay behind bars. The judge didn't buy the idea of letting him out before his trial. Why? Because the judge thinks this guy is a real threat to people. This man, Brian J. Cole Jr. , is said to have put two
The readiness of healthcare workers and students to perform abortions is a big deal. It affects how easy it is for people to get this kind of care. Plus, it shows how ready the medical workforce is to handle these situations. A recent study looked at data from 2014 to 2025. It found that not everyo
People's beliefs can affect how they understand science. Two studies looked at how well people know about evolution and how their religious views play a role. In the first study, a large group of people from the U. S. were asked about evolution. Those who were agnostic or atheist knew more about evo
