In college football’s newest postseason extravaganza, Boise State has scored a big win. The Broncos clinched the Mountain West Conference title on Friday night, securing their spot in the sport’s first 12-team playoff. UNLV couldn't keep up, losing 21-7 to the Broncos' Heisman hopeful, Ashton Jeanty
Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson found herself in a tight spot financially. She decided to hire a family member to her staff, while hiding their relation from the city. This was just the start of her scheme to misuse taxpayer money. She planned to get a $13, 000 bonus for the staff mem
The Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, is in the final stretch of a fundraising campaign. They aim to buy back the famous ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz, " which were stolen in 2005 and are now up for auction in Dallas, Texas. The online bidding has already surpassed $1. 5 million
Silicon Valley has splashed over $394 million into the recent US presidential election, with a significant chunk coming from Tesla and SpaceX owner Elon Musk. Musk donated a massive $243 million to Donald Trump's campaign, highlighting the increasing clout of tech billionaires in politics. Cryptocur
As people grow older, they often face challenges in both their physical and mental abilities. But how these changes happen over time and how they're connected isn't fully understood. Researchers from the Gothenburg H70 study decided to look into this by grouping older adults into different categorie
Have you ever tried to learn a new skill, like playing the piano or riding a bike? It's not just about physical practice; your brain plays a big role too. Scientists have discovered that our mental abilities, known as executive functions, can significantly impact how well we learn new motor skills.
When COVID-19 hit, teens found themselves glued to screens more than ever. This increase in digital activity also meant an uptick in cyberbullying, becoming a major health concern. Research on how teens dealt with this through counselling was limited. So, a study explored the experiences of ten high
Education secretaries often face scrutiny, but the treatment they receive can be very different based on their political affiliation. Take Linda McMahon, Trump's pick for the job. She's been bashed by teachers unions and major news outlets like The Washington Post and The New York Times, labeled a "
Ever heard of a fish that gets stronger when the water warms up? Meet the cunner fish, a small but mighty creature with a special trick up its fins. Unlike most fish, the cunner's jaw muscles become supercharged as the water temperature rises. This isn't just fascinating, but it also tells us a lot
The Vega C rocket made a comeback with a successful launch on Dec. 5, sending an Earth observation satellite into orbit. This was the rocket’s first flight since a failure nearly two years ago. The launch took place from the European spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, at 4:20 p. m. Eastern time. In
