George Conway, a well-known lawyer and former Trump critic, has decided to run for Congress. He is aiming for the seat being left by Jerry Nadler in New York City. This move comes after many years of Conway speaking out against Trump and his policies. Conway's campaign video starts with scenes from
Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic Church, wrapped up the 2025 Holy Year with a strong message against materialism and prejudice. This special year saw over 33 million visitors to Rome, marking a significant moment in the Church's history. The Jubilee started under Pope Francis in
Food allergies are no joke. They can make simple tasks, like eating out or traveling, incredibly stressful. A new gadget called Allergen Alert might change that. It's a small, portable device that can tell you if your food contains gluten or dairy in just a few minutes. The device is still in devel
OCI, a big player in investments, just made a bold move. They bought most of GLAS, a company that helps manage loans. The deal is worth up to 55 million pounds. This shows OCI wants to be a bigger part of the private credit world. That world is growing fast, with lots of money flowing in. The deal
Maine's lawmakers have a packed agenda for 2026, with environmental issues taking center stage. From tackling "forever chemicals" to supporting loggers, there's a lot on the table. But will they get anything done? Money is a big topic. Senators are pushing for $50 million bonds to protect land, upg
Eve has introduced a new smart thermostat for the US market. This device stands out because it doesn't need an internet connection to function. In a time when most gadgets rely on constant connectivity, this is a big deal. The Eve Thermostat offers standard features like app and voice control, autom
Samsung's CES 2026 event was a blend of innovative and previously seen tech. The spotlight was on AI-driven products, with new TVs, speakers, and projectors taking center stage. Among the highlights was a massive 130-inch Micro RGB TV, though it seemed more like a concept than a reality. The Micro
In 2025, something interesting happened in the world of crypto trading. Even though the prices of big cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum were going down, people were still really into trading derivatives on CME Group. This platform saw a huge jump in trading activity for crypto derivatives.
Under the waves off Catalina Island, a vibrant world thrives, and one artist is bringing it to life on land. Oriana Poindexter, a marine scientist and artist, has created an exhibit that lets visitors experience the kelp forests without getting wet. The Catalina Museum for Art and History is hostin
People around the world are getting better access to official IDs. The World Bank's latest report shows that the number of people without any form of ID has dropped. In 2025, it was 800 million. That's a big drop from 2021 when it was 850 million. And way better than 2017 when over 1 billion people
