New York is stepping up its game to make streets and subways safer. Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced a $77 million boost to subway safety. This money will go towards more police patrols, platform barriers, and a special program called SCOUT. SCOUT teams up mental health experts with police t
Santiago Canyon College (SCC) threw a massive 25th-anniversary bash in November, and it was a huge success. The event raised a whopping $124, 000 for the college's foundation, making it the biggest fundraising event in SCC's history. This wasn't just any party—it was a celebration of 25 years of pro
Meghan Markle is making waves again in 2026, this time with a new addition to her As ever brand. She has introduced a limited-edition leather bookmark, which she designed herself. This bookmark is part of a new product set called “Moment to Unwind. ” The bookmark is made from sustainable leather and
The way we think about education after high school is changing. It's not just about going to a four-year college anymore. There are many paths to a good career, and trades are becoming a big part of that. In the Pacific Northwest, places like Cascadia Tech Academy are showing how important trades c
The game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sparked some debate. Some people think it's an indie game. Others disagree. The reason? The game got a lot of help from its publisher. But the developers say they still feel indie at heart. The team behind the game is Sandfall. They made the game with a smal
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links is blowing out nine candles on its birthday cake this month. Starting January 12, players on mobile and PC can dive into a special anniversary celebration packed with goodies and challenges. The highlight? A chance to snag the Dark Magician Dragon Knight – Red-Eyes Dragoon (Spee
Bitcoin has been on a slow climb since its dip in late November. It's not a surprise, though. Experts say the cryptocurrency is facing some tough challenges right now. One big issue is the mix of good and bad news out there. Political uncertainty and the way Bitcoin funds are moving around are keep
The PASE scale is a tool designed to measure how much someone avoids their own thoughts, feelings, and memories. This avoidance is believed to be a key factor in trauma-related mental health issues. A recent study set out to test the reliability of the English version of this scale and explore its c
Meta has a new big boss: Dina Powell McCormick. She's stepping into the roles of President and Vice Chairman. This isn't her first rodeo with Meta. She's been on their board, helping them with their big plans for AI and smart tech. Meta is growing fast. They're building huge data centers, energy sy
China and the EU have taken a big step forward in their electric vehicle (EV) trade dispute. The European Commission has asked Chinese companies to share their plans. They want to know about future investments and how many cars they will send to Europe each year. This could help lower the high taxes
