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
The U. S. Olympic hockey team has been announced, and it's a mix of familiar faces and fresh talent. The roster is mostly made up of players who competed in the 4 Nations Face-Off last year, where the U. S. made it to the final but lost to Canada in overtime. Three new additions to the team are Tag
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
Indonesia has finally bid farewell to its old Dutch colonial criminal code. This change is a big deal because the country has been using this outdated law for over 80 years. The new penal code, known as the KUHP, is a massive 345-page document that aims to reflect modern Indonesian values and cultur
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
Kids are quitting their myopia treatments more often than you'd think. This is a problem because myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming more common in children. Doctors use different methods to manage it, but many kids stop using these treatments before they should. Researchers wanted to understan
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
Mexico faced a significant earthquake recently. The quake, measuring 6. 5 on the Richter scale, struck southern and central Mexico. It caused considerable disruption and sadly, two people lost their lives. The earthquake's epicenter was near San Marcos, a town in the southern state of Guerrero. Thi
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
In a quiet town near Charlotte, a young man's dangerous plans were stopped just in time. Authorities say an 18-year-old, Christian Sturdivant, was arrested for plotting an attack on New Year's Eve. He allegedly wanted to target a grocery store and a fast-food joint, aiming to hurt as many people as
