Switzerland just held a big vote on whether to set a hard limit of 10 million people in the country, a move pushed hard by the biggest party in government. The idea was simple: cap growth to protect Swiss life. But voters across the 26 cantons didn’t buy it. Nearly 54 percent rejected the plan, even
Seven years is how long Los Angeles fans had to wait to see Ariana Grande hit the stage again. The moment the lights went out, the arena shook with screams loud enough to drown out the warm-up playlist of 80s and 90s hits usually played in gyms before big games. Fans say those opening songs felt mor
Spain’s prime minister recently showed up at a major Catholic event, something his party usually avoids. He joined Pope Leo XIV for a week of activities across the country, including blessings for a famous cathedral. While his party has clashed with the church for years, this visit gave him a chance
Summer calls for good books, but where to even start? This year’s list mixes local Chicago stories with gripping plots from around the country. Dawn Turner’s "Majestic Hills" dives into suburban tension when a Black family moves into a predominantly white neighborhood, showing how politeness can mas
Sweden is adjusting its legal stance on young offenders, lowering the age at which a child can be tried for serious crimes from 15 to 14. The change follows an earlier proposal that would have set the age at 13, which lawmakers rejected for lacking sufficient support. The new plan allows children ag
Sterling is hosting a free art gathering for everyone on Saturday, July 11. The event will run from 11 a. m. to 2 p. m. at the Grandon Civic Center, where participants can turn ordinary sidewalk squares into bright works of art. Each person receives a chalk‑ready spot and all the supplies needed to
Scientists have found a way to make normally insulative surfaces behave like metals by placing individual atoms on them. The trick relies on disrupting the symmetry of the surface, squeezing the energy gap between electron states, and letting tiny impurity bands connect across the material. Wh
Sunday’s big fight night at the White House lawn is happening—rain, heat, or any other surprise the sky throws at it. That’s the message UFC boss Dana White sent loud and clear after Friday’s weather delay forced a last-minute switch-up. The outdoor event, planned for the South Lawn, was nearly call
Scientists often struggle to check if climate models get land and air interactions right, simply because there’s little global data to compare against. This new project changes that by creating worldwide maps that show how soil moisture and heat flow between Earth and the air are linked. Using satel
Sports can push your emotions to the edge. A tight game isn’t just exciting—it can also put stress on your heart. Doctors have noticed something called “fanxiety, ” where the thrill of watching a close match leads to real health risks. Heart disease already ranks as the top cause of death in the U.
