Up on Mount Hamilton, a historic telescope is in trouble. A fierce storm on Christmas morning tore open the dome housing the Great Refractor telescope. This telescope, built way back in the 1880s, is a big deal in astronomy. It's still a star attraction, drawing crowds to peek through its lens. But
Beverly Sussman, a dedicated educator and community leader, left an indelible mark on Buffalo Grove. Her journey began in the classroom, where she inspired young minds for 25 years. Sussman's innovative teaching methods, like the Space Shuttle Club, made learning exciting and hands-on. She believed
Pay It Forward is shaking things up. Instead of one big event in March, they're planning smaller projects all year. This shift could help more people in the community. The old way was impressive but rushed. Now, with more frequent, smaller projects, they might make an even bigger impact. Scams are
Tichina Arnold, known for her role as Pam on the popular '90s sitcom "Martin, " recently spoke about the show's humor and the behind-the-scenes dynamics. She addressed claims of colorism in the jokes aimed at her character, Pam, which were brought up by singer Ari Lennox. Arnold acknowledged Lennox
In the heart of Indonesia, East Lombok is facing a big challenge: stunting. This condition, where kids don't grow as they should, is a serious issue. The numbers are alarming, with almost 12. 7% of children affected in West Nusa Tenggara, where East Lombok is located. A recent study focused on six
The new year began with a bumpy ride for Wall Street. After a strong 2025, stocks couldn't keep up the momentum. Tech stocks, which had been leading the charge, couldn't sustain their early gains. The S&P 500, which had surged over 16% in 2025, dipped slightly. The Nasdaq also fell, while the Dow ma
Space is becoming a bigger part of our daily lives. Rockets are being reused more often, and satellites are now fully operational. People can connect directly to devices from space, and regular folks are going to space, not just government astronauts. Governments are also planning big space projects
In 2025, streaming services became the go-to choice for entertainment. A big change happened when Netflix and HBO joined forces. This merger made some people worry about what it means for competition in the streaming world. No one is sure yet how this will affect theaters or the entertainment indust
Israel's entertainment scene is facing tough times. The TV show "Tehran, " which was supposed to come back on Apple TV, got delayed. No one said why, but many think it's because of the tense situation in the Middle East. This show, made with help from Israel's public broadcaster Kan 11, is about spi
As 2025 wrapped up, the student loan forgiveness landscape saw some shifts. The Department of Education restarted several programs that had been on hold. Before leaving office, former President Joe Biden's administration had already greenlit billions in loan forgiveness. This relief came through var
