The latest climate data shows the planet is heating faster than ever. 2025 has become one of the hottest years recorded, with temperatures exceeding pre‑industrial levels by more than 1. 4°C. This sharp rise follows a trend that has accelerated since the mid‑2010s, despite growing investments in ren
The Korean tire maker has just reported its best yearly sales ever, topping KRW 3. 19 trillion for 2025. That marks the first time it has crossed the KRW 3‑trillion mark, a milestone that follows its earlier breakthrough of KRW 2 trillion back in 2019. The jump shows the company is still expanding i
A 17‑year‑old student from Ashland, Oregon, paddled the full length of a once‑dammed river that flows into the Pacific. Over 30 days she and her friends faced rapid waters, narrow channels, and a river that had been cut off by four hydroelectric dams for more than a hundred years. Their trip was the
Bananas are tricky. They ripen fast, and if they get too cold, they get damaged. But scientists found a way to keep them fresh longer. They used a mix of hot water and a special chemical called glycine betaine. This combo helps bananas handle the cold better. The scientists did a lot of tests. They
Colon cancer is a serious health issue. It does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone. But what if we could predict who is more likely to get it? Scientists are exploring this idea. They are looking at both genes and daily habits. This combination might help identify risk factors more accurately
China is shaking things up with its digital yuan, adding interest to red envelopes for the Lunar New Year. This move is part of a bigger plan to boost spending and encourage people to use the digital currency more. The digital yuan is now treated like a bank deposit, which means users can earn inter
Celebrities often capture our attention with their talent and charm, but behind the glitz and glamour, some have faced serious allegations of misconduct. Take Mark Wahlberg, for instance. As a teenager, he was involved in racist attacks, including throwing rocks at Black children and assaulting Viet
In Maryland, voters don't need to show ID when they vote. They only need it to register. This makes Maryland one of 14 states that don't require ID at the polls. Other states do, but some let people skip the photo ID if they have a good reason. Why is this a big deal? Some people think ID rules sto
In a bold move, a California gym-goer chose to challenge the growing trend of political intolerance. Katie Zacharia, a loyal member of a local cardio kickboxing gym, found herself at the center of a heated debate when she was asked not to wear her Trump hat during classes. The trouble started when
In Saginaw, Michigan, a big step is being taken to introduce computer science to very young minds. Jerome Green STEM Preschool has become the first in the state to roll out a computer science curriculum for preschoolers. This isn't about tiny fingers tapping on keyboards, though. Instead, kids will
