The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a big change. They now allow young women to start their missionary work at 18, just like young men. This change happened right away. The church said that young women can begin their missions after finishing high school. Many young women are excited about this. At Brigham Young University, students like Kate Be...
High-level meetings are happening in Geneva, Switzerland, to talk about how to end the war in Ukraine. This is happening just before a deadline set by US President Donald Trump. He gave Ukraine until Thursday to respond to his 28-point peace plan. This plan has been criticized because it asks Ukraine to give up a lot, like territory and the chance to join NATO. West...
European leaders are not happy with a recent US peace proposal for Ukraine. They think it's too favorable to Russia and are planning to change it. This is happening ahead of a big meeting in Geneva. In South Africa, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that wars can't be ended by big countries making deals without involving the countries affected. He believes there...
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a well-known supporter of former President Donald Trump, has decided to step down from her position as a Georgia congresswoman a year earlier than expected. This move has shocked many, especially since she was once a fierce advocate for Trump's agenda. Greene announced her decision on X, a social media platform, with a 10-minute video. In it,...
Aaron Paul, known for his role in Breaking Bad, has made a big change. He and his wife, Lauren, have moved to Paris with their two kids. This decision came after the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. The fires caused a lot of damage and loss of life. It seems the fires were the final push for the family to leave. The actor shared that they sold their house in Lo...
The Colorado River is in serious trouble. The states that rely on it missed a big deadline to agree on how to share its water. Lakes Mead and Powell are almost empty, and nature doesn't care about human arguments. The problem is that the rules made in 1922 don't work anymore. Back then, people thought the river had more water than it actually does. Now, with climate...
There's a fascinating link between sisters having babies later in life and their brothers living longer. This isn't about lifestyle choices but likely about genes. Studies show that women who have children in their 40s and 50s without fertility help tend to live longer after menopause. This got scientists curious about how this might affect their brothers. Researche...
Prince William is making waves by breaking royal parenting norms. Experts suggest his approach is a direct response to his own challenging upbringing. This shift highlights how personal experiences can shape public figures' decisions. In Hollywood, Eddie Murphy has been quietly supporting his friends in their final moments. He has covered funeral costs for those who...
Samantha Smith, a senior at Newman Central Catholic High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for November. She is the daughter of Chad and Corie Smith. Samantha's favorite class is AP Statistics with Mrs. Connie Royer. She believes Mrs. Royer is the best teacher she has ever had. The teacher makes learning fun and engaging. She uses activities that ...
A new company is making waves in the world of fertility. Nucleus Genomics offers a service that screens embryos for more than just health risks. It also predicts traits like height and intelligence. This has sparked a heated debate. The company's ads in New York City subways have caught people's attention. They say things like, \"Have Your Best Baby\" and \"These ba...