Louisiana saw some good news in 2025. Crime rates went down in many cities. New Orleans had fewer murders. There were 121 in 2025, down from 125 in 2024. That's a 3% drop. But the big news is that murders are down 55% from three years ago. That's a huge improvement. Shreveport also saw a big drop.
A suspect is now in custody after a fire tore through the Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, early Saturday morning. The fire caused significant damage to the synagogue, including its administrative office and library, where several Torahs were either destroyed or damaged. Fortunately
In South Korea, a group of workers are always on the move. They are the food delivery riders. They zip through streets on their motorcycles. Their job is to bring meals to people's doors. But what about their own health? A recent study dug into this. These riders face unique health challenges. Thei
President Trump's impact on the judiciary is clear. His appointees to the appellate courts have been very supportive of his policies. In 2025, they voted in his favor 133 times and against only 12 times. That's a huge difference! These judges were appointed during Trump's first term. Now, in his se
Ben Johnson, the Bears' coach, made headlines after a big win against the Packers. After the game, he was seen giving a cold handshake to Matt LaFleur, the Packers' coach. But that was just the start of it. In a video that went viral, Johnson was heard shouting, "F the Packers! F them! " in the loc
California's super-rich are worried. A new plan to tax their wealth is on the table. And they're not happy about it. So, they're fighting back. With big money. Peter Thiel, a well-known venture capitalist, just donated $3 million to stop this plan. He gave the money to a group called Californians A
It all started with a simple invitation. Last March, a new Broadway musical called "Operation Mincemeat" opened, and I went to a press preview. Two weeks later, a friend from Los Angeles visited and asked for recommendations. I suggested the show and decided to join her. Then things got a bit out o
Google has introduced a new AI-powered feature for Gmail called AI Inbox. It's not available to everyone yet, but it's designed to help users manage their emails more efficiently. The feature uses artificial intelligence to create a list of tasks and topics based on the content of your inbox. This l
In the quiet of a summer night in 2023, Belle Burden found herself alone, staring at a laptop screen. She had just hit publish on her first-ever article, a personal essay about her marriage. The moment it went live, panic set in. There was no turning back. This was a big deal for her. Burden, now 5
The NFL playoff scene is still full of surprises after Saturday's NFC Wild Card games. The San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles are set to battle it out on Sunday. The winners will join the Los Angeles Rams, Chicago Bears, and Seattle Seahawks in the next round. If the 49ers come out on top,
