In 2025, there was a drop in the number of journalists locked up around the world. However, the situation is still far from good. As of December 1, 330 journalists were in jail. This is a decrease from the record high of 384 in 2024. But why does this matter? China leads the way in jailing journali
Latin America is in a tough spot. Progressive leaders are feeling the heat from both their own people and the Trump administration. The people want quick fixes to crime, and Trump is pushing hard for tough action. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has shown what a hard-line approach can do. His
The sun has been acting up, and that might mean a special light show for some folks in the Carolinas. A big solar flare sent a bunch of charged particles our way. These particles could mess with Earth's magnetic field and create the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis. This is a big d
In Arkansas, politics have recently overshadowed education in a big way. Emily Suski, a well-respected law professor, was offered the dean position at the University of Arkansas School of Law. She had all the right qualifications and experience. But then, things took a turn. Some politicians didn't
In a chilly Sunday morning in Saint Paul, Minnesota, ChongLy Thao, a 56-year-old naturalized U. S. citizen, found himself in a terrifying situation. ICE officers stormed his home, broke down the door, and dragged him outside in just his shorts and Crocs. The temperature was a mere 14 degrees Fahrenh
At the University of Southern Maine indoor track facility, Scarborough High senior Isabella Harmon was the last one standing. While most athletes had already left, she was still working on her pole vault, aiming to improve her personal best. Earlier, she had already won the high jump and placed thir
Arkansas has a rich history of civil rights, but it often struggles to fully embrace it. In 1968, Governor Winthrop Rockefeller made a bold move. He held a public memorial for Martin Luther King Jr. He was the only Southern governor to do this. This act of unity was powerful. It showed the state's c
The political atmosphere in the US is tense, and this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day is no exception. While some people are focusing on King's message of unity, others are using the day to protest against current policies. Last year, the president signed executive orders that rolled back civil r
In a bold move, the Trump administration is challenging a court decision that aimed to protect peaceful protesters in Minneapolis. The government's lawyers filed an appeal against a judge's order. This order had stopped federal agents from arresting or using tear gas on peaceful demonstrators and ob
Martin Luther King Jr. had a powerful vision. He dreamed of a future where people wouldn't be judged by their skin color but by who they are inside. This idea is still important today. Some people use this idea to argue against programs that help certain groups. They say King's dream is about treat
