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
This year, there's been a noticeable quiet in the news about extreme weather. No scary headlines about the "worst ever" storms or urgent warnings from the United Nations about saving the planet. Why? Maybe because the news hasn't been as dramatic as expected. Remember all those predictions about hu
In 2025, Google's search trends painted a vivid picture of what captivated the United States. Topping the list was Charlie Kirk, the late media figure and founder of Turning Point USA, whose assassination sparked widespread interest. Close behind was "KPop Demon Hunters, " a Netflix animated film th
Althea Vallotton had been through a lot. Her home in suburban New Orleans had taken a beating from Hurricane Francine. Every time it rained, water found its way inside, turning her floors into puddles. She had saved up and even moved into a mobile home on her front lawn while waiting for the funds t
Sarasota is in for a mix of weather this week. Nights will be cooler, but days will stay warm and pleasant. The recent cold snap that had some parts of Florida opening shelters is gone. But, evenings might still feel chilly. Daytime temperatures will be in the mid-to-high 70s. This is great for out
Jamaica is showing its resilience after a tough few weeks. The country has faced a lot, including a hurricane and a scary accident involving their Miss Universe contestant. The Miss Jamaica organization posted a message about healing and strength, but it's clear they're talking about more than just
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium on Sanibel Island is back and better than ever after a long rebuild following Hurricane Ian. This place is now packed with way more shells than before, showing off thousands of specimens from all over, including right here in Southwest Florida. S
Louisiana's child care system is in a tough spot. Many centers are struggling to stay open. This is a big problem for families and kids. High costs are making it hard for providers to keep going. Rochelle Wilcox has been in the child care business for almost 30 years. She started small, with a day
Hilary Farr, the well-known TV personality, recently had to clear up some wild rumors about her health. It all started when fake images of her looking unwell started spreading online. These images were made using AI, and they were not kind. One even showed her in a hospital bed with an oxygen mask,
Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer
