In the heart of Washington, Senator Jeff Merkley from Oregon took a bold step. He started a long speech to challenge President Trump's plans. This happened during the 22nd day of a government shutdown. Merkley's main goal was clear. He wanted to warn people about what he sees as a dangerous power gr
Ireland is on the brink of a significant political change. Catherine Connolly, a well-known left-wing independent politician, is likely to become the next president. This would be a big deal because it shows many people are not happy with the current government. Connolly is not your typical politic
In a recent heated exchange, a comedian brought attention to some troubling messages linked to a Trump nominee. These texts, which surfaced during a public discussion, have sparked a debate about the nominee's beliefs and associations. The texts in question reportedly contained references to Nazi i
AlUla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Saudi Arabia, is opening its doors to private investors. This move is part of the country's Vision 2030 plan to reduce dependence on oil and boost tourism. The site, which saw 300, 000 visitors last year, has big plans. By 2030, it aims to welcome 1 million vi
"Nobody Wants This" is back for a second season, and it's not just the same old story. This time, the show is tackling some serious issues head-on. The first season was a surprise hit, with millions of viewers tuning in to watch the love story between Noah, a Reform rabbi, and Joanne, a podcast host
A new opportunity is opening up for women in Massachusetts prisons. Boston College is teaming up with the state's Department of Correction to bring education to those behind bars. This isn't a new idea, but it's expanding. Since 2019, the Boston College Prison Education Program has been running at M
Russell Wilson and Sean Payton, former teammates, are at it again. This time, their feud went public after the Giants and Broncos faced off. Payton, the Broncos coach, made a comment that seemed to take a shot at Wilson. He praised the Giants' new quarterback, Jaxson Dart, saying the team found a sp
Celebrities are often remembered with statues after they pass away. But sometimes, these statues do not look like the celebrities they are supposed to represent. This was the case with the recent Tina Turner statue in her hometown of Brownsville, Tennessee. Fans were not happy with the statue. They
A futuristic gaming hub in Las Vegas has closed its doors after just one year. The Electric Playhouse, a high-tech arcade and dining spot inside a mall at Caesars Palace, filed for bankruptcy. This move came as no surprise, given the venue's struggles with unpaid debts and an impending eviction. Th
Hateful words often hide behind jokes. This was clear in two different groups: the New York State Young Republicans and white nationalists planning violence in Charlottesville. Both groups used jokes to mask their true feelings. When these messages leaked, people were shocked. But the problem goes d
