Young artists in Osceola County have a reason to celebrate. Their creative work is now featured in the 2026 Calendar of Energy Conservation. This calendar is more than just a way to keep track of dates. It's a colorful reminder to save energy and protect the environment. The contest received a whopp
Save the Children has taken a big step into the world of digital money. They've launched something called the Bitcoin Fund. This isn't just about taking crypto donations. It's about holding onto them for a while. This gives donors more say in when their money is used. Most charities take crypto and
Many people think the Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida is closed. It's not. This place has been running since July 2025, despite legal challenges. A judge ordered it to shut down in August 2025 because it didn't do the right environmental checks. But an appeals court blocked that decisio
The Trump administration is pressuring the International Criminal Court (ICC) to modify its founding document to prevent any future investigations into Trump and his top officials. This demand comes with a warning: if the ICC doesn't comply, the U. S. might impose new sanctions on the court and its
Donald Trump's unwavering self-belief is a defining trait of his political persona. This confidence, while inspiring to some, often leads to a disconnect with reality. His refusal to admit mistakes or show vulnerability can be both a strength and a weakness. For his supporters, this trait is a sign
A new plan is brewing that could let big tech companies like Anthropic dip into politics without anyone knowing. Here’s how it works: two big spending groups, one for Republicans and one for Democrats, will get money from a secretive nonprofit called Public First. This nonprofit doesn’t have to reve
The Supreme Court is currently debating a campaign finance case. This case is about how much money a political party’s committee can spend while working with a political candidate. During the discussion, Justice Sonia Sotomayor brought up a big question. She hinted at Elon Musk’s huge donation to Do
Diridon Station in San Jose is about to lose a beloved spot. The McCarthy’s Newsstand, a tiny stand in the corner of the historic train station, is closing its doors. Anne Zingale, who took over the business in 2022, got the news last month. The stand has been on a short-term lease for years. It wil
Ukraine is tackling drug addiction in a fresh way. They are adding methadone treatment to regular health care. This is a big change from how things are usually done. Methadone helps people who are addicted to opioids. It makes withdrawal easier and helps them stay off drugs. This new approach is no
Ross Ulbricht, the mastermind behind the infamous Silk Road dark web marketplace, has been a polarizing figure in the crypto world. He spent over a decade behind bars after being convicted of serious charges, including drug trafficking and hacking. But in a surprising twist, former U. S. President D
