People often think that having more parks and green spaces makes a neighborhood more attractive to wealthy families. But is this really the case? And does it matter if the neighborhood is in a big city or the suburbs? A recent study looked at this question. It surveyed households in downtown Vancou
States are taking charge of employment laws, creating a mix of rules that can be confusing for businesses. From AI in hiring to menopause protections, here's what's changing. AI is a hot topic. Some states are making rules to stop AI from being biased in hiring. Illinois has a new law about this, a
In a controversial statement, Vice President JD Vance sparked outrage by blaming Renee Gold for her own death during an ICE encounter in Minneapolis. Vance claimed that Gold's actions led to the fatal shooting, a statement that many found callous and misinformed. Gold was trying to drive away from
Nikki Glaser, known for her sharp wit, brought her signature humor to the 2026 Golden Globes. As the host, she didn’t hold back, delivering a monologue packed with jokes that left the audience in stitches. Some of these jokes, however, didn’t make it to the final cut. During her appearance on “The
At Bolsa Chica State Beach, surfers are facing an unexpected challenge: stingrays. The beach has seen a rise in stingray encounters recently. With small waves and warm water for this time of year, more people are heading into the ocean. This means more chances for stingrays to get stepped on and rea
Staten Island is bracing for a sudden temperature drop, all thanks to a cold front sweeping in from the Great Lakes. Earlier in the week, weather models hinted at a potential coastal storm, but those predictions have faded. Instead, a cold front is taking center stage, bringing snow and a significan
The Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams are set to face off in a divisional playoff game, but the excitement isn't as high as the previous match against the Green Bay Packers. Even though this game could send the winner to the NFC Championship and potentially the Super Bowl, the cold weather forecast
AI is not all fun and games. It can be a tool for harm, especially when it comes to kids. In Corinth, Mississippi, a teacher allegedly used AI to create fake explicit videos of teenage girls. These deepfakes are a new kind of crime, and parents, lawmakers, and law enforcement are all trying to figur
Hard times in childhood can follow a person into adulthood. These tough experiences, known as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), can lead to health and financial issues. But they might also make someone more likely to face or cause violence as an adult. This link is important to understand. It sh
Sudan is in a tough spot. The war has wrecked the economy, and the finance minister, Gibril Ibrahim, is trying to figure out how to fix it. He said the country has lost all its main sources of money. The fighting started nearly three years ago between the army and a rival group called the Rapid Supp
