Beaufort has made a big step to protect the environment. They have banned the release of helium and other gas-filled balloons. This is the first time a city in the state has done this. The city council voted for this change at their meeting on December 9th. Before this, the city already had a rule a
December 10 has seen many important events. In 2007, Al Gore, the former Vice President, received the Nobel Peace Prize. He used this moment to speak about climate change. Gore emphasized the need to address human impact on the environment. This was a big deal because it brought global attention to
In a bold move, Seattle's World Cup organizers have decided to keep their Pride events on schedule, even though two participating countries have raised objections. The match between Egypt and Iran, set for June 26, has sparked controversy due to the organizers' plans to celebrate Pride Weekend and L
In recent weeks, several notable incidents have occurred across various towns, highlighting a range of criminal activities. These events, reported by local law enforcement, include serious charges like gun possession, identity theft, and aggravated assault. In one case, a man from Flossmoor was arr
Keith Urban has been making waves lately, and it's not just about his music. After his divorce from Nicole Kidman, the country star is focusing on himself in a big way. He's been quiet about the split, but those close to him say he's embracing this new chapter with confidence and a new look. At the
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy recently shared some concerning news. He said that China and Russia are getting cozier, and it's not just about friendship. There are signs that Russia might be giving up some control to China, especially in areas like military and industry. In a post on X, Z
A deal has been struck between West Contra Costa educators and the school district, bringing an end to a nearly week-long strike. Both sides announced the agreement early Wednesday, with the union and school board still needing to give their final approval. The district expressed relief that studen
This year, there's been a noticeable quiet in the news about extreme weather. No scary headlines about the "worst ever" storms or urgent warnings from the United Nations about saving the planet. Why? Maybe because the news hasn't been as dramatic as expected. Remember all those predictions about hu
The Justice Department is taking a big step back in a high-profile soccer corruption case. They want to drop charges against Hernan Lopez, a former Fox employee, and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media company. This move comes after years of legal fights and appeals. Lopez and Full Play were
Ethereum has been on a roll, breaking a three-month losing streak against Bitcoin. It's now worth over $3, 300, a level not seen since mid-November. This surge isn't just about the price in dollars. It's also about how Ethereum is doing compared to Bitcoin. The ETH/BTC trading pair is at its stronge
