In St. Paul, the city council has made a decision that might affect how people remember their loved ones. They've banned cryptocurrency kiosks, which might seem unrelated, but it's a sign of how technology is changing even our most traditional practices. When someone passes away, families often want to share their loved one's story. In St. Paul, this can be done thr...
In a recent turn of events, Gaza witnessed yet another violent outbreak. The Israeli military launched a series of strikes, resulting in at least 20 deaths and multiple injuries, as reported by Gaza's health officials. Both Israel and Hamas are accusing each other of breaking the ceasefire agreement. This ceasefire was established in mid-October with the support of ...
In a recent turn of events, a Japanese spokesperson dismissed China's accusations as groundless. The dispute centers around a letter China sent to the United Nations, claiming that Japan's Prime Minister has shifted the country's stance on Taiwan. This is not just about words; it's about actions and the potential consequences. China's letter warned of strong self-de...
A young life was tragically cut short on a family cruise. Anna Kepner, an 18-year-old from Titusville, Florida, was found lifeless under a bed on the Carnival Horizon on November 8. She was wrapped in a blanket and covered by life vests. Early signs point to asphyxiation, possibly from a bar hold—a move where an arm is used to restrict someone's neck. Two bruises on ...
New Yorkers are known for their skepticism, so when Zohran Mamdani, the city's new mayor-elect, had a surprisingly friendly chat with President Donald Trump, people took notice but kept their expectations in check. Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, won big in the recent election, taking every borough except Staten Island. His victory speech was all about ...
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, recently shared her heartbreaking journey with cancer. At just 35 years old, she revealed that she has less than a year to live. This news came shortly after she welcomed her second child, a baby girl, in May 2024. Doctors first noticed something was wrong when her white blood cell count seem...
The Bay Area is seeing a rise in threats against local leaders. In October, someone was charged with sending hate-filled emails to Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee. The emails included violent language and racial slurs. They even threatened to harm police officers and other officials. This isn't an isolated incident. California Governor Gavin Newsom recently passed a law t...
South Africa is gearing up for municipal elections that could shake things up for the ruling coalition. The African National Congress (ANC), the biggest party in this group, is under pressure to show it can still win over voters. If they don't do well, they might need to change how they govern. The deputy finance minister, Ashor Sarupen, thinks the coalition can hol...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a hot topic these days. Everyone is talking about it. But who will it really help? That's the big question. Sen. Bernie Sanders and AI expert Geoffrey Hinton recently shared their thoughts on this. Sanders thinks the main issue is who has control over AI. He doubts that tech billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are investing in ...
A massive money-laundering operation in the UK has been using cryptocurrency to move huge sums of cash. This scheme, which involved 28 towns and cities, turned profits from illegal activities like drug trafficking and gun sales into digital currency. Some of this money even ended up supporting Russia's war efforts, helping the country avoid international sanctions. ...