A huge settlement of about $400 million is close to being finalized between the U. S. government and TikTok, according to sources familiar with the case. The money comes after a lawsuit that accused the app of gathering private data from children under 13 without parental approval. The case was brou
A brand‑new attraction at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry invites visitors to experience energy in a literal way. The 33‑foot slide, part of the “Powering the Future” exhibit that opened on May 8, lets children glide down a steel tube while learning about the forces that keep our world movi
The U. S. Indo‑Pacific Command recently ran a Bitcoin node, sparking talk about the cryptocurrency’s role in national defense. A senior commander highlighted Bitcoin as a “valuable computer science tool” that could help project power across the globe. The comment came after Iran asked for Bitcoin to
The Barclay offers a relaxed, community‑focused environment for seniors in North Chesterfield. Residents can enjoy meals that are prepared by a chef, giving them both convenience and taste in every bite. Daily activities are designed to keep minds sharp and bodies active, from art classes to gentl
Longevity is usually seen as a medical issue. People talk about hospitals, medicines and diet. But the real story is bigger. Social ties and purpose matter just as much as health care. Research shows that friends keep us alive longer. A study at Harvard found that people who love their relationship
Arisa Health, the organization that runs community mental health centers across 41 Arkansas counties, decided not to bid for a new state contract when its current agreement ends. The choice comes after the agency has faced rising costs and shrinking public money for more than five decades. The cent
The former head of the CDC, Dr. Robert Redfield, appeared on a TV program to discuss a recent outbreak of the Andes hantavirus aboard a cruise ship. He explained that, although he is not part of the current decision‑making team, health officials appear to understand what is happening. Redfield hi
The Rebels have moved the last home game of their regular season to Saturday, May 9, because rain is likely on Sunday. The change was announced on May 8 after the forecast showed a high chance of precipitation in the afternoon of May 10. The doubleheader starts at 2 p. m. , and the second game fo
Dakota Jordan, once a top high‑school athlete who dreamed of playing both football and baseball in college, has found his true calling on the diamond. After going undrafted in 2024, he signed with the San Francisco Giants as a fourth‑round pick and quickly proved that his talent is real. Standing
A team of specialists in Sweden worked to create and test a fresh version of a well‑known spiritual assessment questionnaire. The original tool, called the HOPE tool, was first made by researchers in another country and helps doctors spot patients’ deep questions about meaning, faith, or existence.
