Pittsburgh has a rich Black history that many people don't know about. In the late 1700s, free Black men helped create Allegheny County. In the 1800s, Pittsburgh was a key stop on the Underground Railroad. A neighborhood called Lower Hill, then known as Arthursville, was a major hub. John B. Vashon,
In 2026, a well-known writer, David Brooks, penned his final column. He painted a grim picture of America's current state. Brooks argued that the country had become meaner and more pessimistic. He also claimed that global populism was turning America into a ruthless nation. Brooks believed that disi
Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy and influential figure, had a strong interest in race science, a discredited idea that claims racial differences in intelligence are genetic. In 2016, he shared an article from a white supremacist website with Noam Chomsky, suggesting that race and IQ are linked. This idea
Vacuum-assisted deliveries are common. But how long is too long? This is what doctors want to know. They looked at how long these deliveries take. They also checked if longer times cause problems. Problems for the baby. Problems for the delivery. They found some things. First, longer deliveries can
Russia's recent decision to tighten controls on Telegram has sparked a wave of criticism, particularly from those who rely on the app for essential communication. The state's communications regulator announced further restrictions, citing Telegram's failure to address criminal and terrorist activiti
A lawyer who worked on the "Stop the Steal" campaign after the 2020 election tried to get a U. S. intelligence contractor to look for evidence of voter fraud. This lawyer, Kurt Olsen, wanted the contractor, Mojave Research Inc. , to expand its work and search for issues that could support claims abo
Italy's government just took a big step. They want to stop migrant boats from entering their waters. This is not a new idea. But it is getting stricter. The plan is to block boats for up to six months. This is during times of "exceptional pressure" at their borders. The government says this is to pr
Bangladesh is voting today in a big election. This is a big deal. It comes after a huge change in 2024. Young people, called Gen Z, led protests. They forced out the long-time leader, Sheikh Hasina. Now, the country is choosing new leaders. This election is important. It could bring stability to Ba
Politicians around the world are facing a troubling rise in violence, threats, and harassment. A recent survey by a global organization revealed that a significant number of elected officials have experienced some form of abuse, with women being targeted more frequently, especially in online spaces.
Snowboarding is an extreme sport. It's all about speed, skill, and sometimes, unfortunate accidents. This was clear during the women's snowboard halfpipe event at the Winter Olympics. A seasoned athlete, Liu Jiayu, took a hard tumble. She was attempting a tricky spin when things went wrong. She didn
