In recent elections, two more women have joined the ranks of U. S. governors. By January, 14 states will have female leaders at the helm. But is this progress or just a drop in the bucket? The journey of women in politics has been long and bumpy. In 1974, Ella Grasso made history as the first woman elected governor without succeeding her husband. She was known for h...
Sarah Ferguson, once known as the Duchess of York, is facing tough times. Her new book for kids, \"Flora and Fern: Kindness Along the Way, \" was supposed to come out soon. But now, it's been canceled. This isn't just a delay. The book is being destroyed. Why? Because not many people want to buy it after all the bad news around her ex-husband, Andrew Mountbatten-Wind...
In 2024, Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina hard, especially in the western mountains. The storm brought record rainfall, with 24 inches at Mount Mitchell and nearly 31 inches in Busick. This caused massive flooding, over $60 billion in damages, and more than 100 deaths. Phone and internet services were knocked out, making it hard for people to communicate or get he...
Maryland is making waves with a plan to redraw its political boundaries. Governor Wes Moore is leading the charge, saying the state won't just sit back while others make changes. He's not alone in this idea. Other states, like Texas and Florida, have already started redrawing their maps. Moore believes Maryland should do the same. The goal? To make sure the state's ...
The excitement around artificial intelligence has sparked a renewed interest in self-driving technology. Three CEOs at the forefront of this innovation—Don Burnette from Kodiak, Dave Ferguson from Nuro, and Raquel Urtasun from Waabi—share their insights. Kodiak, led by Burnette, is already using eight driverless trucks in the Permian Basin. These trucks transport sa...
Prince Andrew's life has taken a dramatic turn. He's no longer a royal prince. He's lost his titles and his home. Now, he's moving to Sandringham, a place full of history and family memories. But why is this happening, and what's next for him? Sandringham is a big estate in the countryside. It's been in the royal family for a long time. The late Queen Elizabeth love...
The British royal family is making some big changes. King Charles has decided to take away his brother Andrew's royal titles and ask him to leave his royal home. This comes after a lot of controversy around Andrew's friendship with the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Virginia Giuffre, who accused Andrew of sexual assault, recently released a memoir wh...
Prince Andrew has been living in a massive 30-room house called Royal Lodge for over 20 years without paying rent. He only paid a small amount for the lease and some money for repairs. He can stay there until 2078, but if he leaves early, he might get a lot of money from the Crown Estate. Many people are upset that he gets to live there for free, especially because ...
The upcoming fourth season of Kingstown's gripping crime drama brings back familiar faces and introduces new ones. This show, created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon, has been a hit since its debut in 2021. It's known for its intense storytelling and talented cast. Jeremy Renner stars as Mike McLusky, the unelected mayor of Kingstown. He's a power broker who trie...
Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson may have parted ways officially, but their connection remains strong. After Andrew stepped down from his royal duties, Sarah followed suit, removing her title from social media. Despite this, they continue to support each other, especially in the face of controversy. Andrew has faced serious allegations related to his association wit...