Miami is buzzing with political energy as a mayoral election approaches. It's been a while since a Democrat held the mayor's office there. We're talking about nearly three decades! This time around, the Democrats are feeling pretty good about their chances. The election is technically nonpartisan,
The U. S. job market is in a bit of a funk. In October, there were about 7. 7 million job openings. That's not a huge change from September, but it's a far cry from the peak of 12. 1 million openings in March 2022. Back then, the economy was bouncing back from COVID-19 lockdowns. Layoffs are up, to
In a small town in Afghanistan, four young men found themselves in hot water. Why? They dressed up like characters from a popular British TV show, "Peaky Blinders. " The Taliban government, which runs Afghanistan, didn't like it. They said the men were promoting foreign culture. So, they detained th
Kevin Smith, a well-known filmmaker, has had a big change in his life. He used to be a very religious Catholic. This was when he made his movie "Dogma" 25 years ago. The movie is about two angels who cause big trouble. Smith was very serious about his faith when he made this movie. He believed every
In October, the U. S. saw a slight uptick in job openings, but the hiring scene stayed pretty quiet. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that job openings edged up by 12, 000, reaching 7. 670 million. This was a bit higher than what economists had predicted, but don't get too excited. Hiring act
Southeastern Wisconsin is stepping into a new era of rail travel. The MARK Rail project, which stands for Milwaukee Area-Racine-Kenosha Passenger Rail, is a fresh take on connecting these cities to Chicago. This isn't just a simple update of an old idea. It's a complete overhaul, focusing on speed a
Melissa Roxburgh is back on screen in the second season of 'The Hunting Party'. This time, the story takes a darker turn as the team investigates a series of murders that seem anything but random. Roxburgh's character, Rebecca "Bex" Henderson, is determined to uncover the truth behind these killings
In Australia, women often face a tough journey from childhood to adulthood. Many who grow up with struggles in life, like poverty or health issues, find it hard to escape these challenges as they get older. This is especially true for women, who deal with more obstacles than men. A recent study loo
Wall Street had a week of ups and downs. After a rough November, the market bounced back, but not as strongly as the week before. Investors are hopeful that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again, which is a big deal for the economy. There's a lot of talk about jobs. Some reports say com
Students from Washington State University recently visited Moldova, diving deep into the country's rich winemaking traditions. They explored ancient sites, like medieval ruins and monasteries, where monks once hid to protect their wine. This trip was more than just a tour; it was a chance to underst
