In a strange turn of events, Mississippi has been dealing with a monkey problem. After a truck carrying 21 monkeys flipped over on a highway, some of these primates went missing. Now, two have been found dead, and one is still out there. The first monkey was shot by a woman who was scared for her k
A former top finance executive of the Atlanta Hawks is in hot water. Lester T. Jones Jr. , who once managed the team's money, is accused of stealing nearly $4 million. He allegedly used fake invoices and company credit cards to fund his fancy lifestyle. This included trips abroad, high-end fashion,
Many countries have rules to control their spending. These rules are supposed to keep things in check. But sometimes, they can cause more problems than they solve. Take Britain, for example. The country has two main fiscal rules. One says that tax revenues must be higher than day-to-day spending. T
Romania is taking a big step to fight flooding. They're creating a special fund to pay for important projects. This fund will help for at least five years. It's part of a deal with the European Union to get recovery money. Floods have been really bad in Romania lately. In 2024 and this year, floods
A former top executive of the Atlanta Hawks is in hot water. Lester Jones, who used to be the senior vice president of financial planning and analysis, is accused of stealing a huge amount of money from the team. The U. S. Attorney's Office says he embezzled $3. 8 million. That's a lot of money! Jo
Solar panels are everywhere, helping us generate clean energy. But what happens when they reach the end of their life? Mostly, they end up in landfills, which is not great for the environment. These panels contain materials like lead and zinc, which can leak out and cause harm. Scientists have found
People are looking for ways to reduce harm to the environment. One idea is to use bioplastics instead of regular plastics. These are made from plants, microbes, or even waste from farms and factories. Bioplastics are not as strong or durable as regular plastics. Scientists are working to make them
Kevin Willard is stepping into a big job at Villanova. The university has high hopes for him, but the task isn't easy. The basketball team has missed the NCAA tournament three times in a row. That's a big deal for a school known for its basketball success. Willard has experience. He's been around t
Obesity and kidney problems are a big deal. They are linked in ways that are not fully understood. In 2024, a group called KDIGO had a meeting to talk about this. They wanted to figure out how obesity affects kidneys and what can be done about it. Being overweight for a long time can harm your kidn
Burns are nasty injuries. They hurt a lot and take a long time to heal. For over 20 years, doctors have been using something called CAMPs. These are like fake skin or tissue. They help burns heal faster. But not everyone agrees on how well they work or if they are worth the money. There are over 75
