Libraries in the region are introducing a unique way to help kids improve their reading skills: animals! Dogs and cats are stepping in as attentive listeners, creating a relaxed and supportive environment for young readers. At the Cresson Public Library, therapy dogs from PawZone will be joining th
In the heart of Hanoi, something special is happening. A young family is about to move into a home that is anything but ordinary. It is not just one penthouse, but two combined into one. This is the Khai Son Duo Penthouse, a project by Idee architects. The idea was to create a home that flows seaml
Ever wondered why some people seem to have endless energy and stay healthy? It might be because they are lifting weights. A recent study showed that people with stronger hand grips tend to live longer and have fewer health problems. Those in the top 20% for grip strength had a 25% lower risk of dyin
Mary Catherine Edwards, a beloved schoolteacher, was brutally murdered in her home in 1995. The case baffled investigators for years, with no clear leads. The crime scene was unusual, with Edwards found over the bathtub, sexually assaulted, and handcuffed behind her back. The handcuffs, police-grade
Colorado is getting a big chunk of money to fix health care in rural areas. Over the next five years, the state will receive around $1 billion from the federal government. The goal is to make rural health care better, not just keep hospitals running. But not everyone is happy with the plan. Hospita
Tennessee is cracking down on three platforms offering sports betting through crypto. Kalshi, Polymarket, and Crypto. com have been told to stop their sports event contracts in the state. The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council (SWC) says these platforms are breaking the law by not having a license.
The NFL playoffs are heating up, and the Eagles and 49ers are set to clash in a highly anticipated Wild Card matchup. The Eagles, seeded third, have bounced back from a midseason slump and boast a top-tier defense. However, their offense has struggled this season, leaving some questions unanswered.
In the world of winter sports, danger often lurks beneath the beautiful snow-covered slopes. Recently, skiers in Colorado faced this reality when they accidentally triggered an avalanche. On January 10, a group was skiing in the upper chute of the Haiyaha Couloir when a wind slab avalanche suddenly
New Mexico has been stuck in a rut for a long time. The same political system has been in place since the state was founded. This hasn't worked out well. The state often ends up at the bottom of good lists, like education and child welfare, and at the top of bad ones, like crime. It's like a broken
A recent shooting in Minneapolis involving an ICE officer has sparked a heated debate. Renee Good, a local resident, was shot by ICE officer Jonathan Ross. The incident was caught on camera, showing Good in her vehicle, seemingly trying to drive away while Ross was in front of it. Ross fired multipl
