Pennsylvania's Governor, Josh Shapiro, is under scrutiny. A committee in the state legislature, led by Republicans, has decided to dig deeper into how Shapiro is using public money. They want to know about the security upgrades made to his private home. This comes after a firebombing incident at his
In the world of fame, love stories often unfold in unexpected ways. Many celebrities have found love later in life, proving that age is just a number when it comes to matters of the heart. Kim Cattrall, known for her iconic role in "Sex and the City, " tied the knot with her partner, Russell Thomas
Kate, the Princess of Wales, shone brightly at the German state banquet. She wore a special tiara that hasn't been seen much. This tiara, called the Queen Victoria Oriental Circlet, is quite old. It was made in 1853 for Queen Victoria by her husband, Prince Albert. But it has a sad story. Prince Alb
Mara Shapiro, a student at the University of Virginia, knows firsthand how a medical emergency can turn life upside down. Last February, she had a severe reaction to food poisoning. But for her, it was more than just an upset stomach. She has Addison's disease, a rare condition that can make even a
In the world of heart and lung surgery, women are a rare sight. Only a small group of them make up less than 10% of surgeons in this field. But a gathering called Women in Thoracic Surgery is changing that. It's a place where these women can share their experiences and support each other. At one of
Pennsylvania is making a big deal out of HBO's crime drama "Task. " The state just gave the show a huge tax credit of $49. 8 million. This is the biggest tax credit Pennsylvania has ever given to a single production. The show's star, Mark Ruffalo, will be back for the second season. This investment
In a democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions. But over time, lobbyists have stepped in to push for specific causes. Some of these causes are important, like medical research or environmental protection. Others are more about business interests, like mining or pharmaceuticals. Lo
JD Vance, the current vice president, finds himself in a peculiar spot. He's got a big job, but not much power or influence. Unlike other vice presidents before him, he doesn't have a special role or a strong political base. He owes his position to powerful backers like Peter Thiel and Donald Trump.
Democrats in the U. S. Senate recently showed a rare moment of unity. Seven Democrats, including John Fetterman from Pennsylvania and Angus King from Maine, joined Republicans to end the longest government shutdown in history. This shutdown lasted 43 days. During this time, many federal workers and
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has made some changes to his cabinet. He has appointed new ministers for the environment and trade departments. These new faces come from the Democratic Alliance (DA), which is a key partner in Ramaphosa's coalition government. The new environment minister i
