Across the U. S. , crime rates are dropping, but Little Rock is bucking the trend. While most cities saw a decrease in murders, Little Rock's homicide rate went up by 16% from 2024 to 2025. This makes it one of the few cities where murders increased. Most crimes are down nationwide. A recent study
The world has long relied on international law to keep powerful nations in check and protect innocent people from war's worst horrors. This system, built after the devastation of the 20th century, aimed to ensure that force didn't go unchecked. But today, this system is under threat. Powerful nation
The U. S. Commerce Department has seen a change in leadership within a key office focused on tech security. Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon, who headed the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) office, has stepped down. This office, established in 2022, was tasked with investigating t
The EU is raising eyebrows over U. S. President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace. This board, led by Trump himself, has a broad scope and some unique rules. For instance, member states can only stay on the board permanently if they pay a hefty fee of $1 billion. This has sparked concerns about powe
A new idea is making waves in global politics. It’s called the “Board of Peace. ” This board would have a big job: making decisions that affect countries worldwide. But here’s the catch—one person would have all the power. That person is Donald J. Trump. He would be the first chairman. He could say
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, a unusual scene unfolded. President Donald Trump sat alone on stage, pen in hand, while other world leaders stood and clapped. This was not the usual scene for Trump, who often thrives on such moments. But this time, it was different. His closest al
Spain's High Court has once again shut down its investigation into the use of Pegasus spyware. This time, the reason is clear: Israel has not cooperated. The court had been looking into how this powerful software was used to spy on Spanish politicians. The investigation started after it was revealed
A vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, funded by the U. S. , is currently on hold. The study aims to compare the health outcomes of newborns who receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth versus those who get it at six weeks. This has sparked debate among experts. The study's future is uncertain. Guinea-B
A big change is coming in how the world handles peace talks. U. S. President Donald Trump is starting a new group called the Board of Peace. Some people think this group might cause problems for the United Nations. The idea started with the goal of ending the war in Gaza. But now, Trump wants it to
President Donald Trump's appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos was anything but low-key. He didn't hold back, criticizing Europe's military and economic situation. He even claimed that some parts of Europe are not recognizable anymore. Trump's speech was filled with strong words, saying Eu
