In the vast expanse of the Red Sea, a grave error occurred. A US Navy cruiser, the USS Gettysburg, mistakenly fired on its own fighter jets. The incident, which took place in December 2024, was a stark reminder of the dangers of miscommunication and technical glitches in modern warfare. The USS Get
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances
In a significant diplomatic move, the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda met in Washington to sign a peace agreement. This deal aims to bring an end to the long-standing conflict in eastern Congo and open up the region's valuable mineral resources to American interests. The meeti
December 4, 2025, marks the birthday of several well-known figures in entertainment. Among them are rapper Jay-Z, comedian Fred Armisen, and actor Jeff Bridges, each adding another candle to their cake. These celebrities have made significant marks in their respective fields, and their birthdays off
In a recent turn of events, the crew members of a cargo ship that was attacked and sunk in the Red Sea have been released. The ship, named Eternity C, was operated by a Greek company and flew the Liberian flag. It was targeted by Yemen's Houthi rebels in July, leading to its eventual sinking. The c
A high-ranking U. S. official made a risky move that has raised serious concerns about how sensitive military information is handled. The official in question is Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense. In March, he used the messaging app Signal to share detailed attack plans against Houthi rebels in
In 2025, a bunch of amazing books hit the shelves. They covered all sorts of topics, from romance to sci-fi, and everything in between. Here's a closer look at some of the standout titles that had everyone talking. One book that stole the show was "Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It's a grippin
The UNC basketball team pulled off a thrilling win against the Kentucky Wildcats, thanks to a standout performance by freshman Derek Dixon. In the final moments of the game, Dixon showed incredible composure, sinking a tough three-pointer and a crucial layup to secure the victory. His fearless attit
Lane Kiffin, the new coach for LSU, recently made a bold statement during his first press conference in Baton Rouge. He claimed that a fan from his previous team, Ole Miss, tried to force his car off the road while he was heading to the airport. Kiffin suggested that fans only act this way when the
Congo has declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, marking a significant win in the country's fight against the deadly virus. The 16th outbreak, which began in September 2023, has left a trail of 53 confirmed cases and 43 deaths. The health minister, Roger Kamba, announced the good news in Kin
