North Korea says that the idea of giving up nuclear weapons is a closed door. The country’s foreign ministry told reporters that any talks about denuclearisation are meaningless and have no chance of changing its stance. The statement was shared by state media, KCNA, and it used the official name
North Texas kicked off the weekend with intense heat as temperatures hit 95 degrees, making outdoor plans feel like a workout. The air felt even heavier with a heat index pushing 103 degrees, so staying hydrated became a must for anyone spending time outside. Wind gusts up to 20 mph added a slight b
Texas just launched a free online course to help more people recognize the New World screwworm, a dangerous parasite that burrows into animal wounds. The state needs faster inspections because cattle and goats can’t move freely if there’s a risk of infestation. So far this summer, Texas has found te
North Korea is unhappy about a recent US decision to sell advanced missiles to South Korea. Pyongyang’s foreign ministry called the move a step toward escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Their statement, released through state media, argued that US military support for Seoul is growing stro
North Texas is bracing for a rough weekend before the Netherlands vs. Japan game. Friday brings leftover storms from Oklahoma, mostly north of the city along I-20. These cells could bring lightning and sudden wind bursts strong enough to knock down tree branches. Meanwhile, areas dodging the rain wi
North Jersey won’t get much of a break this week—temperatures are climbing, and so is the humidity. The National Weather Service says the area should expect a heat advisory starting Thursday at noon, stretching until 8 p. m. Friday. That covers Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, and Sussex coun
Northeast China grows a lot of corn—about a third of the country’s total. But the weather there has been getting more extreme. Scientists looked at 40 years of corn harvests, plant growth records, and weather data from local stations. Instead of blaming just rainfall or drought, they tested how heat
Texas Tech’s softball squad is back in the Women’s College World Series, facing off against their Texas rivals for a second straight year. The first game ended with the Longhorns winning 7‑3, but fans in Lubbock are still buzzing. Many supporters who couldn’t travel to Oklahoma City found a way to c
Texas has quietly become the leader in state-run school takeovers. Since 2020, eight districts have lost local control. Four more were added this spring, with Austin now on the list. The state picks new bosses for these districts, often hiring people who previously worked with Mike Miles. Miles runs
Northeast Ohio has enjoyed a stretch of clear, sunny days with little change in weather. From now until Friday, the region will stay mostly dry under a stable weather system pushing in from the north. Daily highs will rise gradually—from the mid-70s on Wednesday to the upper 80s by Friday—as warmer
