In California, elections brought mix results. David Valadao, a Republican who's no stranger to tight races, won again in the Central Valley. He beat Democrat Rudy Salas, despite the district leaning Democratic. Valadao, a farmer, focused on water issues and working across party lines. Salas, meanwhi
In a nail-biting NBA encounter, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra took the spotlight after an unexpected blunder during their tight game against the Detroit Pistons. The Heat, led by their All-Star players, were fighting back from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Tyler Herro, in particular, w
Soybeans are big deal, used all over the world for food, animal feed, oil, and even fixing nitrogen in the soil. Scientists have been busy studying soybeans using different techniques, creating tons of data. But where do you store all this info so everyone can use it? Enter SoyOD, a super database f
Extreme weather events, like droughts and storms, are pushing people from Mexico to cross the border into the U. S. illegally. As climate change worsens, these weather patterns are making life tougher for farmers and anyone dependent on agriculture. Also, those who have migrated are less likely to r
Next semester, Yale University is offering a course all about Beyoncé. Yes, the famous singer! The class will dive into her music, especially her albums from 2013 to 2023, and explore how she's influenced social and political thinking. Professor Daphne Brooks wants students to understand how Beyoncé
Irving police have put out a call for assistance in locating a man who allegedly attacked a female employee at a local business. According to a social media post from the police on Monday evening, the incident took place on Sunday at a store near the intersection of State Highway 183 and Esters Road
Representative Seth Moulton sparked a heated conversation when he suggested that transgender women athletes might have an unfair advantage in female sports. He believes that not discussing this topic openly could harm Democrats in future elections. Moulton’s views aren't widely popular among his fel
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) isn't easy to spot. Its symptoms vary so much that even doctors can miss it. A recent study in Malaysia wanted to figure out why this happens. They looked at how people with SLE in different ethnic groups sought medical help. They found that some people took a long
In Indiana, a former CVS employee named Richard Allen was found guilty of murdering two teenage girls back in 2017. The trial lasted four weeks, with the jury hearing from many witnesses over 17 days. They finally reached a decision on Monday. Allen, who is 52, was accused of killing Abigail William
Imagine driving through California's beautiful valleys, where each town proudly displays its specialty crop. Strawberries in Watsonville, garlic in Gilroy – you get the idea. These crops are the backbone of America's food supply. But here's a secret: many of the hands picking and packing these fruit
