The U. S. government recently proposed spending $152 million to reopen Alcatraz Island as a working prison. This idea follows a suggestion from last year to turn the historic site back into a high-security facility. The money would cover the first year of rebuilding, but Congress usually ignores suc
Madison Booker didn’t just inherit a last name—she built her own basketball story. Born in Ridgeland, Mississippi in 2005, she grew up in a household where the sound of bouncing basketballs was as common as laughter. Her father, Carlos, wasn’t just any dad; he was a 6’10” powerhouse who played colle
Shrimp farming is booming along tropical coasts, but scientists still argue over whether these operations leak harmful metals into nearby mangrove swamps. A recent study took a close look at Todos os Santos Bay in Brazil, where shrimp ponds sit right next to mangroves. Researchers tested mud from th
Around the world, high blood pressure affects many adults and can shorten lives. While medicine helps, eating differently might be just as important. Research now shows some diets can help keep blood pressure in check without relying only on pills. Not all diets work the same way. The DASH plan foc
Cuba started letting out over 2, 000 prisoners on Friday, calling it a big act of mercy. This comes right after the government faced huge pressure from the U. S. , which has been pushing for changes in how Cuba treats people it calls political prisoners. The amnesty is the biggest in a decade, but n
Maine is about to get hit by two different weather systems over the next few days, starting with a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain tonight that could mess up Friday morning drives. The worst of it will be in the northern and central parts of the state, where some areas might get several inches
San Diego’s eastern neighborhoods will face gusty winds through Thursday at 11 a. m. Forecasters expect speeds of 35 to 45 mph, with occasional bursts up to 55 mph near Interstate 8 past Alpine. The National Weather Service issued the advisory specifically for areas east of Interstate 15. While temp
Families looking for a three-row SUV often narrow their choices to the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder. Both have strong reputations and plenty of options. But which one fits a typical family better today? The Pathfinder stands out for comfort. Its seats, especially in the back, feel roomier an
The popular mystery show A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is coming back for another round of investigations. Netflix has picked May 27 for its second season, giving fans fresh episodes to binge. The series follows a high school student who digs into old cases, proving that real-life detective work isn
A growing trend shows students pulling out smartphones more than textbooks during lectures. While some argue these devices boost learning by providing instant information, others worry they’re turning classrooms into distraction zones. Research suggests that the average student checks their phone up
