Teams scramble to strengthen rosters as the trade deadline nears, and top pitchers become hot property. Two names stand out right now—one coming off elbow surgery, another a smart budget buy with experience. The first pitcher, Tarik Skubal, just returned after six weeks away for a elbow checkup. Sco
A heated back-and-forth over voter paperwork showed how two lawmakers can look at the same set of rules and see very different problems. One side argues that asking voters to dig up old documents just to cast a ballot is overkill. The other insists that every voter should prove they belong in the sy
When the New York Knicks won their first NBA title in over half a century, the city erupted. Among the sea of orange and blue shirts were three generations of fans who made the trip to watch the parade pass by. What started as a simple request on social media—a father trying to find a good spot for
The US is questioning how Germany pays for new medicines. It started an official review under trade rules that let countries challenge unfair pricing. The focus is on whether Germany keeps cutting payments for breakthrough drugs in ways that hurt US companies. Officials worry Germany might speed up
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is planning to hold a vote in late July on whether to remove its top prosecutor, Karim Khan, from his position. This news comes from recent reports by the Wall Street Journal, which got the scoop from unnamed diplomats and internal documents. Normally, the ICC
A far-right internet personality, already facing legal trouble from the January 6 Capitol riot, now stands accused of publicly vowing to harm a former basketball star locked up for murder. The man, 31, was arrested in Texas last week after a video surfaced showing him declaring on a live stream that
City leaders and local groups recently celebrated a major step forward for a new community park in South Dallas, but the journey hasn’t been smooth. After years of delays and financial mismanagement raised concerns, the project is finally getting the support it needs. The planned 10-acre park is mea
Shohei Ohtani stepped onto the mound again last week, but this time wasn’t a normal outing. A blister on his pitching hand split open mid-game, sending blood onto his glove and pants. Fans watched as the cameras zoomed in, reminded once more that even superstars aren’t immune to the grind. Ohtani sh
Two popular swimming spots in Pasadena have been flagged for unsafe bacteria levels after recent water tests. Bayside Beach and Upper Magothy Beach now carry advisories, warning swimmers and water sports fans to stay out of the water. Officials blame high enterococci bacteria counts, which often ris
A few northern U. S. states might get a rare late-night light show on Thursday if space weather cooperates. Experts say some areas along the Canadian border could see faint auroras, especially if skies stay clear. Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, and northern Wisconsin fall into this zone, along wi
