The Middle East woke up to a dramatic escalation between Israel and Iran. This was not just another skirmish. Israel launched a massive air strike on Iran. It was a coordinated effort involving warplanes and drones. The target? Iran's military and nuclear infrastructure. The goal? To take out
Israel and Iran are in a tense standoff. The latest round of hostilities started with Israel's surprise attack on Iran's nuclear facilities. This bold move targeted key figures in Iran's nuclear program and military leadership. Israel's actions were not backed by the United States. The U. S. stat
The man known as Illinois' "Mr. Speaker" has seen his political career come to an abrupt end. Michael Madigan, who held significant power in the state for decades, was recently handed a 7. 5-year prison sentence. This comes after a lengthy trial where he was found guilty of corruption charges. Madi
Markets took a hit early Friday. The trigger? Israel's strike on Iran. This move sent shockwaves through the financial world. Energy prices shot up. Investors scrambled for safety. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all took a dive in futures trading. Israel declared a state of emergency. The U. S. s
The House of Representatives made a significant move by voting to cut two years of funding, totaling $1. 1 billion, for public media outlets. This decision, which narrowly passed with a 214 to 212 vote, was largely along party lines, with only two Republicans switching their votes. The request for t
The Middle East is on edge following a series of Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and military leadership. Iran has promised a strong response, with its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, threatening "severe punishment. " The strikes have left many dead, including top military figures a
A significant shake-up occurred when the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board stepped down. The Trump administration blocked many Fulbright awards for the 2025-2026 academic year. This move raised eyebrows, as the board emphasized the program's merit-based selection process. The government also put 1
The quest to convert trash into biogas has led to some interesting discoveries. Scientists have been tinkering with temperature and particle size to see how they affect the breakdown of organic waste. They tested three types of waste: food scraps, paper, and yard clippings. The temperatures they use
Electric bikes and electric scooters have surged in popularity. This has led to a rise in injuries related to these vehicles. It is important to understand the severity of these injuries and how they compare to those from traditional bikes and motorcycles. This is crucial for improving safety mea
The world of pediatric knee surgery has seen some notable shifts over the past 20 years. Specifically, the number of kids getting anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions has not been increasing as much as one might expect. This is despite the fact that more and more kids are getting ACL in
