Atlanta's schools show a stark contrast. Midtown High School and Booker T. Washington High School are both in Atlanta, but they're worlds apart. Midtown has fewer students living in poverty and more advanced classes. Booker T. Washington has more students in need and fewer resources. This isn't jus
In Somalia, people are upset about recent comments made by U. S. President Donald Trump. He called Somalis "garbage" and said they should not be in the U. S. Many Somalis find his words offensive and disrespectful. An elder from central Somalia, Abdisalan Omar, was shocked by Trump's language. He b
The White House is looking different this Christmas. Melania Trump's decorations are more traditional now. She used to go for bold, unique designs. But this year, she chose classic Christmas trees and garlands. The theme is "Home Is Where The Heart Is. " It's all about childhood memories and butterf
In a surprising move, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has proposed a broad travel ban on several countries. She claims these nations are sending too many people with criminal records to the US. Noem shared this idea on social media after a meeting with President Donald Trump. Both Trump and
The housing market is changing. More apartments are being built, but fewer people are renting them. This is pushing rent prices down. In November, the average rent for an apartment in the U. S. was $1, 367. This is a 1% drop from October. It's also down 1. 1% from November 2024. Rents have fallen 5.
Young adults are bringing back the idea of eating together at long tables with strangers. This trend is popular among those born between 1997 and 2012. They see it as a way to meet new people and feel connected. Almost all of them like this idea, while only 60% of older adults do. Many young diners
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, is accused of a shocking act: shooting two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D. C. One soldier, Sarah Beckstrom, died, and Andrew Wolfe is in serious condition. But who is Lakanwal, and what led to this tragic event? Lakanwal came to the U. S. in 2021,
A recent shooting in Washington has left the nation in shock. Two National Guard members were targeted while on duty near a Metro station. One person lost their life, and another is still in the hospital fighting for recovery. The suspect in this case is a 29-year-old man from Afghanistan. He had b
President Trump is set to meet with key advisors to discuss the U. S. approach to Venezuela. This includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The focus is on the ongoing pressure against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's government. Trump has recently spoken with
The White House is ready to welcome visitors again, just in time for the holidays. But this year, things look a bit different. The East Wing is gone, making way for a new ballroom. This has made the tour shorter and changed how people see the famous holiday decorations. The East Wing used to be the
