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
Stephon Castle, the NBA's Rookie of the Year, has quickly become a standout player for the San Antonio Spurs. At just 21 years old, he's already making waves with his impressive scoring and shooting skills. His partnership with teammate Viktor Wembanyama has brought a new energy to the Spurs, and he
Oregon is facing a serious health issue. The state has seen more cases of whooping cough this year than ever before. This is a big problem because whooping cough can be very dangerous, especially for babies. Health experts say that fewer people are getting vaccinated, and this is making the situatio
In a recent move, Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, engaged in discussions with U. S. House members to voice concerns about a proposed bill aimed at enhancing child online safety. The bill, known as the App Store Accountability Act, seeks to prevent minors from accessing harmful online content. However, Apple
Utah's lawmakers had a busy night. They tackled a few big issues, like the controversial congressional map and a union-related bill. The congressional map was a hot topic because a judge had already stepped in and made changes. The lawmakers decided to fight back against this decision. One of the c
Franklin the Turtle, a beloved character from children's books, has become an unexpected figure in government communications. Recently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) used an image of Franklin to promote a crime hotline. The image showed Franklin on the phone, with police arre
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
The Geminid Meteor Shower is coming to a sky near you on December 13th and 14th. This is not just any meteor shower. It is known for its bright and colorful streaks that light up the night sky. The source of this dazzling display is asteroid 3200 Phaeton, which takes 524 days to orbit the Sun. Mete
A fresh face is joining the 'Today' show family! Sheinelle Jones is stepping up as the permanent co-host alongside Jenna Bush Hager for the fourth hour. This isn't just a random pick; Jones has been a familiar face on the show for years, starting with the weekend edition in 2014 and moving to the we
The UK housing market has hit the brakes. Buyers are taking a step back, and it's not just because of the cold weather. The latest news from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) shows buyer interest has dropped to its lowest point in over two years. This slowdown started after the fi
