Rubber trees, the main source of natural rubber, face tough times when water is scarce. Scientists decided to see how these trees handle drought. They looked at how the trees react physically and how their genes behave under different water conditions. First, they compared trees that got plenty of
A woman in New York is struggling with a friend who keeps saying hurtful things. She has lost 50 pounds and is managing her health better, but her friend still makes insensitive comments. The friend suggested that her weight might be causing her sciatica and arthritis, which the woman found disrespe
Cartagena, a beautiful city in Colombia, is making a big change. It's swapping its old horse carriages for new electric ones. This shift comes after years of animal rights activists speaking up about the horses' well-being. The city's mayor, Domek Turbay, introduced the first 30 electric carriages.
2025 was a year of triumphs and setbacks, but high school athletes from Boulder, Broomfield, and Longmont areas stood out. Let's dive into some of the most unforgettable moments from the past year. In February, the swim and dive championships saw Holy Family's Lorelai Frauenfelder making history. S
South Korea is finally putting an end to its controversial bear bile farming industry. This practice, which has been widely criticized, involves keeping bears in captivity to extract their bile, a substance used in traditional medicine. The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment has announced a
The K-pop scene is abuzz with uncertainty as NewJeans, a group that has been making waves since its 2022 debut, faces a significant shake-up. The group's management company, Ador, recently announced that Danielle, one of the five members, has been let go. This decision comes amid an ongoing legal ba
In Syria, the fall of the Assad regime left many questions unanswered. Over 100, 000 people disappeared into secret prisons, and their families are still searching for answers. The regime kept detailed records of arrests, which many hoped would reveal the fates of their loved ones. However, these re
High school basketball fans in Manatee and Sarasota counties had a lot to cheer about during the week of Dec. 29, 2025, to Jan. 3, 2026. The games were intense, the scores were close, and the performances were outstanding. Let's take a look at some of the most exciting matchups. The Venice High Sch
Poland's government has given the green light to a new bill that could change things for couples living together. This bill is about "cohabitation contracts" and it's a big deal because it could help same-sex couples get some rights in a country that hasn't been very welcoming to them. The prime mi
Dante Core is making waves as a standout player for the Ole Miss football team. This young athlete, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 175 pounds, is a cornerback who also shines as a wide receiver. He's part of the 2025 recruiting class, earning a four-star rating. Core hails from Fort Walton Bea
