In Norfolk, Virginia, a recent court decision gave the green light to the use of Flock Safety's license plate cameras. These cameras, which are now over 700 in the Hampton Roads area, have sparked a heated debate. The judge ruled that they don't violate privacy rights because they don't track people
Older adults in Europe face a tough time when it comes to getting the COVID-19 vaccine. It's not just about their health knowledge. It's also about whether they can use the internet. A big study looked at over 30, 000 people. It found that those who understand health info better are more likely to g
In the high mountains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, people have lived for generations by turning to nature’s gifts for health. The area is a patchwork of cultures, each with its own stories about how animals can help cure sickness. Yet scientists have only just begun to listen. Researchers are now tra
Kyle Wright, who once threw for 21 wins in a season with the Braves, has signed a minor‑league contract with the Cubs and earned an invitation to spring training. The 30‑year‑old right‑hander is aiming for his first major league start in three years. Wright was the fifth overall pick in the draft
Isiah Kiner‑Falefa was on the field in Game 7 of the World Series, ready to run from third base. He had a short lead—just 7. 8 feet—because his coach told him to keep the runner close, a rule that had been used all season. The ball hit by Daulton Varsho fell near the ground, and Kiner‑Falefa had to
Some city leaders and people online are puzzled by videos that show snow staying solid when a flame is held near it. One video shows a man holding a lighter to a snowball, and the snow doesn’t melt or drip. Commenters say it looks like fake snow. The trick behind this effect is that real snow is mo
Mark Hamer, who served as the second‑level officer in the U. S. Justice Department’s antitrust office, has stepped down after nearly a year in the position. He announced his departure on LinkedIn and said he had promised to serve for only a year when he accepted the role. Hamer noted that 2025 wa
Syracuse University has finally started to recognize its women athletes, but the celebration feels like a long‑running marathon that was only finished after many years. The university’s most famous female runner, who first challenged the Boston Marathon in 1967, had to persuade campus leaders bef
A group of Catholic investors, many led by Jesuit priests, recently challenged a private‑prison company that runs facilities for U. S. immigration authorities. The firm, which earned a large share of its 2024 revenue from contracts with the Department of Homeland Security, had voted against a shareh
The story of the 1980 American Olympic hockey team is one that many people think they know inside out. They have watched the famous film, replayed the games on their screens, and even seen the Netflix documentary about it. Even after memorizing every score and key moment, there is still a pull to re
