Willy Nast, a resident of Ames, has taken a unique approach to true-crime storytelling. His podcast, "City of Lights, " focuses on the aftermath of a tragic event rather than the crime itself. The story begins in Aurora, Illinois, where Nast, then a 22-year-old creative writing student, knocked on t
T. I. , the outspoken rapper, has always been vocal about his thoughts on various topics. Education is one of them. He dropped out in ninth grade but later taught at Clark Atlanta University. He believes traditional schooling isn't for everyone, which sparks debates. On his podcast, T. I. and forme
The U. S. military's recent operation to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro involved the use of advanced AI technology, specifically Anthropic's Claude model. This AI tool was integrated into the mission through a collaboration with data firm Palantir Technologies, which is known for
In a neighborhood where survival often takes precedence over dreams, Kamila Vargas-Gonzalez defied the odds. She grew up in Bachman Lake, a community where families like hers struggled to make ends meet. Her mother worked multiple jobs, yet they still moved frequently, chasing affordable rent. The f
A big change is coming to the White House. The East Wing is gone. It was torn down last October. Now, a huge new ballroom is planned. It will cost $400 million. That's a lot of money! The new building will be 90, 000 square feet. It's part of a big makeover for Washington, D. C. The plan is to fini
The UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, is pushing for a stronger bond with Europe on defence matters. He believes this step is crucial to reduce Europe's heavy reliance on the US within NATO. Starmer is set to share these thoughts at the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing the need for a more un
A recent state investigation revealed serious lapses in care at a New Jersey group home, leading to the tragic death of a disabled woman. Stephanie Leiva, a 37-year-old with severe autism, fell from a second-story window in January 2025. The state found that the group home, run by Children’s Aid and
The recent decision to undo a key climate change rule is a big step back for environmental protections. This rule, known as the endangerment finding, was put in place to limit harmful gases from cars and factories. By removing it, the government is making it easier to pollute. This move is part of
A recent gathering left someone feeling uneasy. They thought they were heading to a chill night with friends. Food, games, and laughs were on the menu. But things took a turn. The host mentioned inviting friends from church, which was fine at first. A blessing before dinner? No big deal. But as the
Hispanic Americans face a tough challenge with alcohol use disorder (AUD). Many in these communities rely heavily on their faith for strength and guidance. This makes churches and faith-based groups a natural place to discuss AUD and find support. However, there's a lack of research on how AUD and s
