South Korea's skiing scene is in hot water right now. Just as athletes like Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn are getting ready for the Winter Olympics, a big scandal hits home. The Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) is under fire for some serious allegations. First off, there's a coach accuse
South Carolina's school voucher program is off to a shaky start. The Education Oversight Committee was supposed to release a report on how voucher students are performing. But they missed the deadline. Why? The Supreme Court changed the rules. Now, parents have to collect the data instead of schools
South Dakota is trying again to put some of its money into Bitcoin. A lawmaker there, Logan Manhart, has brought back a bill that would let the state invest up to 10% of its public funds in Bitcoin. This is the same idea he tried last year, but it didn't work out then. Last time, the bill failed be
South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak. It has now surpassed Texas's previous record of 762 cases from last year. This is a big deal because the U. S. was declared measles-free in 2000. Now, there's a real chance that status could be lost. The outbreak started in October but has been s
Southland, a crime drama that first aired on NBC in 2009, has found a new home on Netflix. This show, which later moved to TNT, is gaining popularity on the streaming platform, making it to the top 10 list. It's surprising that Southland lasted as long as it did, considering how it portrays the grit
Texas has decided to hit the pause button on new H-1B visa applications. Governor Greg Abbott wants to look into how these visas are being used. He's asked state agencies and universities to stop filing new petitions until further notice. This freeze is set to last until May 31, 2027, but there are
Washington, D. C. is gearing up for a special Mardi Gras celebration that's been happening for over 75 years. It's not just about parties; it's also a big networking event for politicians and business leaders. This year, the main ball is on January 31st at the Washington Hilton, where the bar is nic
Texas Democrats are gearing up for a big race. Two candidates, Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, are competing to challenge the Republican hold on the Senate. Both want to win, but they have different ways of doing it. Crockett is known for her bold and fiery style. She has gained attention thro
Texas is rolling out a new education program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts. This program, which starts in the 2026-27 school year, is like a voucher system. It lets parents use state money for private school or homeschooling. The Texas Educational Agency is holding meetings to explain
South Carolina is getting ready for a big ice storm this weekend. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking action to keep roads safe. They are spreading salt on highways to prevent ice from building up. In some areas, ice could be half an inch thick. Even though driving is risky, treating ro
