John Michael Klein, a 13-year-old from Lakewood, is about to play at the famous Carnegie Hall in New York. This is a big deal for any musician, but especially for someone so young. Mikey, as his friends call him, has been practicing a lot to get here. He won a competition online, and that's how he g
In 2025, women faced big challenges in the workplace. Many left their jobs, and fewer companies focused on helping women move up. Online hate against women also grew, making things harder. But some women stood out and made big changes. Beyoncé, who has been on a powerful women list many times, show
Clothes don't last forever, but how you wash them can make a big difference. Scientists and detergent experts found that the way you wash your clothes matters a lot. They tested different wash cycles on activewear shirts. They looked at color fading, dye transfer, and tiny fibers coming off the clot
The Knight Foundation, led by Phil and Penny Knight, has made a significant impact in Oregon through its philanthropic efforts. In 2024, the foundation donated a record-breaking $226 million, primarily benefiting various causes within the state. This generous giving is part of a trend, as the founda
A safety alert has been issued about certain child life jackets. The Kent Watersports CSF-2 life jackets were incorrectly labeled. They show two weight ranges: 50–90 lbs. (23–41 kg) and under 50 lbs. (23 kg). But they are only safe for kids under 50 lbs. (23 kg). This mistake could lead to dangerous
Iran recently hosted a gathering of BRICS nations to talk about big science projects. This wasn't just any meeting; it was the 7th time these countries got together to discuss how to work on huge research projects together. The event took place in Tehran over three days. Iran had some big ideas to
Larry Pickett Jr. is more than just a talented athlete; he's a young man who grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a strong sense of duty and community. Before he became known for his heroic actions, Larry was already making waves as one of Enloe High School's top athletes. Standing at 6'1" and w
Fernando Mendoza is a name that has been making waves in college football. He is not just a talented quarterback, but also a proud representative of his Cuban heritage. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Mendoza's journey to the top has been nothing short of inspiring. Mendoza's football career beg
Air travel might soon get a high-tech upgrade. Boeing, along with United Airlines and some tech partners, recently tested a new way for planes to talk to each other and to air traffic control. They used something called Internet Protocol Suite (IPS), which is like giving planes their own internet co
Many people think the Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida is closed. It's not. This place has been running since July 2025, despite legal challenges. A judge ordered it to shut down in August 2025 because it didn't do the right environmental checks. But an appeals court blocked that decisio
