Ohio’s upcoming Republican primary for governor is shaping up to be a quiet battle so far, with Vivek Ramaswamy leading in polls and fundraising despite limited signs of real competition. His campaign leans heavily on Trump’s backing and a strategy of attacking Democrat Amy Acton, the state’s ex-hea
Peru’s upcoming presidential runoff is shaping up to be a nail-biter. Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori and leftist rival Roberto Sanchez are locked in a tie at 38% each, according to the latest Ipsos Peru poll. The vote count has dragged on since the first round, fueling accusations of foul play
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Chinese engineers have announced progress on a robotic system that could assemble large space structures in orbit, echoing NASA’s long‑abandoned “SpiderFab” idea. The concept is simple: a robot would spin and weave materials like carbon‑fiber into huge antennas or solar panels directly in microgravi
The last weekend of April offers a clear window for outdoor work. A light high‑pressure system keeps rain rare on Saturday, though clouds grow as the day goes on. Temperatures rise into the low to mid‑60s, a return to typical late‑April warmth after recent heat. A few brief showers might appear, but
Kissimmee’s community center is opening doors for new swim lessons that start next month. Families can sign up in person on April 11 between 9 and 11 a. m. The first group class runs from late April to early May, followed by a second session in mid‑May. Each 30‑minute lesson costs $60 and is held Mo
In Idaho, a new initiative aims to bring abortion back into the state’s legal framework up to fetal viability and in emergencies. Surveys show that about 60 % of residents support the measure, yet only a quarter back the current ban. The law that forbids abortion has pushed doctors out of town and f
The big dinner for reporters in Washington turned into a scary scene when a man ran toward the hotel’s security gate with a shotgun. He tried to get inside, but Secret Service agents shot him and stopped him before he could reach the ballroom. The event was happening in a large room at the Washingto
A recent review looked at how well a large government hospital in Lebanon can handle big emergencies. The study focused on the “Code Orange” plan, which is the official emergency response guide used by the hospital. Researchers checked if the plan follows worldwide best practices and whether s
A man named Okello Chatrie stole almost $200, 000 from a bank in suburban Richmond, Virginia. He was on the run for days after the robbery. Police could not find him because he didn’t leave obvious clues. The breakthrough came when investigators used a new technology. They created a virtual fence a
