Federal employees are in for a bumpy ride. A recent court decision has given the green light to the Trump administration to continue its massive layoffs of federal workers. This move is part of a broader effort to cut down on what the administration sees as unnecessary spending. The court ruling, m
Ethiopia is grappling with a serious mental health crisis. By the time they reach 14 or 15, many adults in Ethiopia have already experienced mental health symptoms. This makes mental disorders the top non-communicable condition in the country. To understand why, we need to look at the bigger picture
Losing a sibling is a tough experience for kids. It can leave them feeling alone and misunderstood. This is a big deal because it can affect their emotional and mental health in the long run. Health care providers know that helping kids cope with this loss is important, but they might not know the b
New York's Governor Kathy Hochul has decided to keep Mayor Eric Adams in office, but with some restrictions. This decision comes after a lot of pressure from people who want Adams out of office due to corruption charges. Adams was charged with taking over $100, 000 in illegal benefits and campaign d
Farming is facing big problems. The world's population is growing, and so is the demand for food. This puts a lot of pressure on our food systems. Climate change, environmental damage, and loss of biodiversity are making things even harder. To tackle these issues, we need to shift our focus from jus
College Football's future is buzzing with change. Two major conferences, the SEC and Big Ten, are pushing for a new system called "straight seeding" in the College Football Playoff. This idea means that the top teams will be chosen based on their rankings, and the highest-ranked teams from each conf
Over 700 young athletes, mostly girls from Lake County and beyond, gathered at Deerfield High School to listen to Sarah Spain, a well-known sports journalist and former Lake Forest resident, who shared her journey in the world of women's sports. This event, the first EmpowerHER conference in Lake Co
Young athletes often face the challenge of a broken collarbone. Doctors frequently use special tests, known as randomized controlled trials, to determine the best treatments. These trials are highly regarded for their reliability. However, they often depend on a measurement called a P-value to judge
The Cougars of BYU made a huge statement on Tuesday night, February 18, 2025. They dominated the Kansas Jayhawks, winning 91-57. This victory marked the first time Kevin Young, BYU's coach, has defeated a ranked team. The game was played at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. The Cougars started st
In a surprising turn of events, Blake Lively has updated her legal case against Justin Baldoni, the director of It Ends With Us. She claims that two other actresses from the film's set are ready to share their own unpleasant experiences with Baldoni or his business partner, Jamey Heath. These actres
