In a surprising turn of events, the number of murders in the US took a big dip in 2025. This drop is being called one of the biggest in history. The numbers are in, and they show a big drop in murders. From January to October 2025, there were 5, 912 murders. That's a lot fewer than the 7, 369 murde
Southern California faced an unexpected challenge this Christmas Eve. A powerful winter storm hit the region, causing flash floods and debris flows. This led to road closures and forced evacuations in parts of Los Angeles. The storm was part of a larger weather system that was expected to bring rec
Christmas Day is a time for family and relaxation, but sometimes, you need to run an errand or grab a bite to eat. In Michigan, a few places will be open on December 25th, 2025, but hours can change. It's always a good idea to check ahead. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens will have some locations
Bethlehem, a city known for its deep Christian roots, saw a revival of Christmas celebrations this year. After two years of cancellations due to the Israel-Hamas war, the giant Christmas tree made its comeback, bringing a sense of normalcy to Manger Square. The city, where Jesus is believed to have
Ann Lee, a simple blacksmith's daughter from Manchester, was born on a leap day in 1736. From a young age, she was deeply spiritual, drawn to divine worship and repulsed by physical intimacy. Her life took an extraordinary turn when she became the leader of a significant religious movement in Americ
The Spurs and Thunder faced off in a thrilling matchup, with the Spurs coming out on top. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 33 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Spurs' balanced attack. Stephon Castle, Harrison Barnes, and Devin Vassell all contributed with double-digit scores,
Pope Leo XIV is making some big changes to how Christmas is celebrated at the Vatican. He's bringing back old traditions that haven't been seen in years. One of these is the Christmas Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, which hasn't happened since 1994. This Mass will take place on December 25th at 10
Vermont is in for a chilly Christmas this year. The National Weather Service in Burlington has forecasted a chance of light snow on Christmas morning, especially in the northern parts of the state. This snowfall is expected to follow a cold front, which will bring even colder temperatures on Friday,
Chicago is in for a cloudy and rainy Christmas this year. Forget about a white Christmas. The weather will be grey and gloomy instead. The city will see lots of clouds over the next few days. Christmas Eve will be in the mid-40s, with light rain and drizzle expected in the afternoon. The gloomy w
December 24th is a day filled with holiday magic, but for some famous faces, it's also their special day. Being born on Christmas Eve might seem like a party pooper to some, but many celebrities have turned it into a double celebration. Ryan Seacrest, the well-known TV host, is one of them. His bir
