In recent years, bold voices have opened doors for many people to share who they truly are. Their courage has made it easier for others to live openly and honestly. Every June, people around the world remember those pioneers. Pride Month turns streets into vibrant festivals. Parades, block parties
After China lifted its strict COVID rules, many teens faced new daily habits. Researchers wondered if these changes mattered for mental health. They grouped teens by their routines—like how much they ate, slept, and used screens—and looked for patterns. The goal was to see if certain lifestyle clus
A few hundred people, most of them older Black women, gathered in a quiet warehouse‑turned‑church near Atlanta’s airport to hear the start of a three‑day summit. The space was dim, but the excitement and stage lights made it feel alive. The meeting began with a prayer from Rev. Paul Thibodeaux, w
A new executive order has reclassified about 8, 000 civil service roles as political positions, placing many senior officials who manage NIH grant decisions under the White House’s influence. These appointments are crucial because they decide which research projects receive federal funding and ho
South Africa’s primary health clinics are facing a new kind of challenge: the growing impact of climate change. Every year, hotter temperatures, unpredictable rains, and more intense storms put extra pressure on these clinics. Nurses are the first people who see patients affected by heat‑relat
Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s number one, entered the Paris tournament with confidence, having dominated early in both sets against Diana Shnaider. The match started well for Sabalenka, who led 6‑3, 5‑3, but the wind on Court Philippe Chatrier turned into a formidable opponent. As gusts grew stronger
A White House source says President Trump may announce a new plan to use the 1950 Defense Production Act for coal. The proposal would channel almost $700 million into upgrading more than a dozen power plants, building a large export terminal on the West Coast, and matching corporate money for new fa
Andrés Manuel López Obrador, once a popular president of Mexico, has taken to social media to criticize former U. S. President Donald Trump. He says the American leader now behaves in ways that help Mexico’s political opponents and hurt his own party. López Obrador left office in 2024, but he
Cleveland’s old school buildings are getting a new look. The city is inviting developers to turn the empty campuses into homes, shops or community hubs. Last month, 12 schools across eight neighborhoods closed their doors for the last time. Neighborhood leaders say these sites hold a lot of
The night was a mix of music, gossip and politics. A West Los Angeles restaurant turned into a buzzing hub for those who want to see a different kind of mayor. Spencer Pratt, once known from reality TV, moved into the second spot behind Mayor Karen Bass in a primary that could lead to a runoff.
