In the heart of western Washington, the Skagit River has been pushing its limits, testing the strength of levees that have stood since the last big flood in 2021. The river, swollen by relentless rain, reached a record height of nearly 38 feet, putting the town of Burlington and its 9, 200 residents
In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a
In Italy, a massive strike shook the nation as workers voiced their discontent with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's 2026 budget. The CGIL, Italy's largest trade union, led the charge, claiming that over half of the workforce, both public and private, joined the strike. Major cities saw huge crowds,
On a peaceful island known for its tangerines, a different kind of scandal brewed. Jeju, a place far from crime, found itself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. A government worker, trusted with the sale of trash bags, allegedly took advantage of his position. He was caught taking money fro
High school sports in the Cincinnati area have been heating up, with standout performances across various teams and individuals. Football, basketball, bowling, swimming, gymnastics, and wrestling have all seen impressive achievements. In football, Jake Britt from St. Xavier made a notable impact in
Young adults in Poland have their own ways of dealing with stress. Some methods help them stay mentally strong, while others might not be so good. Think of it like having a toolbox. Some tools fix things, and others might make the problem worse. Researchers have looked into this. They found that wh
Rivaba Jadeja, a local politician and wife of Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja, recently made waves with her comments about the Indian cricket team. She praised her husband's behavior during overseas tours but hinted that other players might not be as disciplined. This sparked a lot of debate and cr
A business in Pennsylvania caught a break when the state's Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) decided to cut some of the penalties for late sales tax payments. This wasn't a full win, though. The business still has to pay the actual tax and interest for the last quarter of 2021. The issue started wh
Joliet is buzzing with news about the Joliet Technology Center. This project, which was initially delayed, is now moving forward. The plan is to build a massive data center near the Chicagoland Speedway. This has sparked some debate, especially from people in nearby areas like Aurora who are concern
Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie are the new faces of gay hockey romance. Their chemistry on screen is undeniable. But their journey to fame is just as interesting. They are not just actors. They are dreamers who worked hard to get where they are today. Williams and Storrie shot to fame with the
