A big meeting is happening next week in Virginia. Hundreds of high-ranking military officers from around the world are being called to Quantico. No one knows why. This is not normal. Usually, such meetings are planned well in advance. This one was added suddenly. Some people think it could be a fitn
Brazil's criminal groups are getting their hands on more powerful guns. A recent report shows that restricted, military-style weapons are increasingly being used by organized crime. Many of these guns are made in Brazil, but a significant number come from the United States. In November 2023, a shoc
Patrick Butler, a former fire chief from Michigan, has been through a lot. After spending nearly 35 years fighting fires, he thought his tough days were behind him. But life had other plans. He was diagnosed with bladder cancer, which he believes was caused by the firefighting foam he used for years
A wildfire is causing chaos in a small town in California. This town has a rich history. It was settled by Chinese miners during the Gold Rush. The fire started on Tuesday and grew quickly. By Wednesday, it had spread to 10 square miles. The town of Chinese Camp was evacuated. Nearby highways were a
B. C. 's Cariboo and Northwest regions are facing a mix of hot weather and smoky skies. This is not typical for early September, but it's happening. The heat is affecting many places, including Kamloops, Ashcroft, and even up to Terrace. The weather agency says temperatures could hit 35 degrees Cel
The U. S. stands out for its rising death rates among young people. A big part of this problem is gun injuries. But what if the way guns are shown in movies, TV, and video games is making things worse? Think about it. Young people see guns used in exciting ways in entertainment. This might make gun
The University of Idaho is making a bold move to tackle wildfires with a $1. 4 million boost from the National Science Foundation. This cash injection will fund nine new doctoral researchers, who will dive into the science of fire physics, mitigation, and forest regeneration. The goal? To make rural
A massive wildfire, known as the Gifford Fire, is currently ravaging parts of California, specifically the Los Padres National Forest. This fire has already consumed over 72, 000 acres of land, putting hundreds of homes and buildings at risk. The situation is dire, with the fire only 7% contained as
Mozilla's Firefox is getting updates more often now. They're aiming to release a new stable version every six weeks. This faster pace means users will get new features and improvements more quickly. The latest Firefox Beta is out for testing on different platforms, including Linux. It's not just ab
Chicago was buzzing this week, with Lollapalooza bringing in crowds and big-name artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Tyler, the Creator. But the city wasn't just about music; politics was heating up too. Governor Pritzker signed some important bills, including one to boost pensions for certain Chicago p
