In a surprising turn of events, a trial involving two brothers from MIT ended without a clear answer. The case was about a huge sum of money, $25 million, linked to cryptocurrency. The brothers, James and Anton Peraire-Bueno, were accused of fraud and money laundering. But after three days, the jury
A popular Starbucks in California's Downtown Disney is now closed. This is not because of a lack of customers, but because the workers decided to walk out. They are protesting for better pay and working conditions. The workers are part of a union called Starbucks Workers United. They want fair pay,
In the fast-paced world of crypto trading, many platforms jump on the latest trend, but Harvey Liu takes a different approach. As the co-founder and CEO of LeveX, he focuses on creating a trading environment that is both intuitive and secure. Liu's background in venture capital gave him unique insig
Evanston-Skokie District 65 recently got some mixed news with the release of the 2025 Illinois Report Card. Two schools, Kingsley Elementary and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, saw their ratings drop from "commendable" to "targeted. " This shift is notable because it reflects changes in
The latest installment in the "Now You See Me" series, "Now You See Me: Now You Don't, " brings a new twist to the magic-heist genre. This time, the Four Horsemen team up with a trio of young, socially conscious magicians to pull off a daring heist. Their target? The Heart Diamond, a massive gem own
Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric metabolic surgery (BMS), is often used to treat severe obesity. But does it also affect cancer risk? This is a tricky question. Some studies say yes, others say no. The problem is that most studies don't follow people for long enough to see if cancer deve
In a surprising turn of events, a Utah judge has thrown out the congressional map drawn by Republican lawmakers. Instead, she chose a map that gives Democrats a better shot at winning a seat in the 2026 midterm elections. This decision comes after the judge found that the original map favored Republ
The Horsemen are back, but this time, the magic feels a bit tired. This latest installment is like a high-stakes magic show where the tricks are fun, but the plot is a bit of a mess. The film tries to be clever, but it often feels like it's trying too hard. The story is packed with illusions and hei
In Gaza, a serious problem is stopping crucial health supplies from reaching children. UNICEF, the organization helping kids in need, says Israel is not allowing important items like syringes and baby formula bottles to enter Gaza. These items are stuck in customs, even though they are urgently need
Long COVID is a real challenge for many people. It's when symptoms drag on long after the initial infection has cleared. Doctors and scientists are still figuring out the best ways to help those affected. One interesting approach is using resistance exercises, like lifting weights. Researchers deci
