Little Rock is buzzing with cultural events this week. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra is putting on a show called "Modern Muses. " It's part of their 2025-26 River Rhapsodies series. The concert features a mix of classical and modern pieces. Violinists, pianists, and other musicians will perform wo
Vladyslav Heraskevych, a member of the Ukrainian skeleton sled racing team, found himself in hot water during the Olympic Games. His crime? Wearing a helmet decorated with the faces of Ukrainian athletes and coaches who lost their lives in the ongoing conflict with Russia. The International Olympic
Arsenal is back in a domestic final after a long wait. Their last big win was the FA Cup in the 2019-2020 season. Now, they have a chance to prove themselves against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final. This is a big deal for the team and their manager, Mikel Arteta. Manchester City is no easy
The U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit recently backed the Trump administration's policy of mandatory and indefinite detention for immigrants held by ICE or Customs and Border Protection. This policy is harsh and unfair. It affects thousands of immigrants who have not been convicted of any
The recent lawsuits against tech giants like YouTube and Instagram highlight a growing concern: the impact of social media on children. At the heart of these legal battles is the claim that these platforms are designed to be addictive. Over 2, 500 lawsuits are pending, aiming to hold these companies
Portland's city council finally passed a law to create an independent police review board. This happened four years after people voted for it. The board is supposed to keep an eye on the police. But the council made some big changes to the plan. They did this after talking to the police for a long t
Solar power is a big deal these days. People want to go green and save money. But before you jump on the solar bandwagon, there are some things you should think about. First, solar power isn't always cheaper. Yes, it's good for the planet, but it can be pricey upfront. You might not see savings for
The Trump administration has decided to undo a key climate change regulation. This rule, from 2009, said that greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide are bad for people and the planet. By removing this rule, the government is also getting rid of many other rules that limit how much pollution cars, powe
Green gutters are becoming a popular way to help cities deal with climate change. These are special drainage systems that use plants and soil to absorb rainwater. This can help reduce flooding and keep cities cooler. But how well do they work? And are they the best solution for all cities? First, l
Scientists have found a new way to check for tiny amounts of cobalt-60 in carbon-14 urea pills. These pills are used in medical tests. The new method uses a technique called liquid scintillation counting. This technique measures the energy released by radioactive materials. The method focuses on th
