Rio de Janeiro is witnessing a spectacular yet bittersweet event. Tall, golden palm trees called Talipot palms are blooming for the first and last time. These palms are not native to Brazil. They were brought from South Asia decades ago by a famous landscape architect. The palms were planted in two
A man and a woman were caught after a spree of crimes across several towns. Police say they struck in Duxbury, Plymouth, and Kingston all in one day. Fernando Torres, 37, from Providence, RI, and Victoria Lambert, 29, from Warwick, RI, were picked up by Pembroke and Massachusetts State Police. They
The housing market is changing. More apartments are being built, but fewer people are renting them. This is pushing rent prices down. In November, the average rent for an apartment in the U. S. was $1, 367. This is a 1% drop from October. It's also down 1. 1% from November 2024. Rents have fallen 5.
One hundred years ago, a groundbreaking experiment shook the world of biology. It was not flashy or loud, but it changed how scientists think about how living things grow and develop. This experiment, done by Hans Spemann and Hilde Mangold, showed that some cells in an embryo have special powers. Th
The White House is ready to welcome visitors again, just in time for the holidays. But this year, things look a bit different. The East Wing is gone, making way for a new ballroom. This has made the tour shorter and changed how people see the famous holiday decorations. The East Wing used to be the
Snowport, a festive holiday market in Boston, is a dream come true for many small businesses. But behind the twinkling lights and cheerful atmosphere, there's a lot of hard work and money involved. Vendors at Snowport pay a lot to be there. The Frenchman's Crepes, for example, pays about $27, 000 i
Massachusetts is preparing for its first significant snowfall of the season. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for December 2, with central and western regions expected to receive the most snow. This early-season snowfall is predicted to be heavy and wet, making travel cha
On Dec. 2, sports fans have a lot to look forward to. The day kicks off with some exciting hockey matches. First up, Lulea Hockey takes on Ilves Tampere at noon, followed by ERC Ingolstadt versus Frolunda Gothenburg at 2:30 p. m. Both games are on NHL Network. College basketball is also in full swi
Missouri is about to join the sports betting scene, starting December 1st. This move has sparked some worries about game fairness and possible issues like harassment. It's important to understand the basics before diving in. The state's entry into sports betting comes with a mix of excitement and c
EPCOT is all dressed up for the holidays, and it's a sight to see. From November 28 to December 30, the park is hosting its International Festival of the Holidays. The decorations are stunning, with lit candle flats, banners, and Christmas trees everywhere you look. To help you navigate the festivit
