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
Nextdoor's stock price shot up by nearly half its value recently. This big jump happened because a well-known hedge fund manager, Eric Jackson, shared his positive views on the company. Jackson, who runs EMJ Capital, thinks Nextdoor is often misunderstood. He argues that Wall Street is undervaluing
Luigi Mangione found himself in the spotlight again, this time in Manhattan Criminal Court. The surprise on his face was clear when he saw the crowd outside the Pennsylvania courtroom during his arraignment for the alleged killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This was back in December 202
Adam Sandler has been a familiar face in comedy for over three decades. His latest role in Jay Kelly, a 2025 Netflix original, has sparked a lot of talk. This isn't your typical Sandler comedy. It's a serious drama that shows a different side of the actor. In Jay Kelly, Sandler plays Ron Sukenick,
The Los Angeles Dodgers made waves at the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings by signing star closer Edwin Diaz. This move strengthens their bullpen, addressing a key weakness. The team is now seen as a top contender for the World Series, aiming for a third straight title. However, there's a clou
Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide
Miami is buzzing with political energy as a mayoral election approaches. It's been a while since a Democrat held the mayor's office there. We're talking about nearly three decades! This time around, the Democrats are feeling pretty good about their chances. The election is technically nonpartisan,
This week, a bunch of famous faces are celebrating their birthdays. From legendary actors to chart-topping musicians, there's a mix of old and new stars to talk about. Let's start with some of the older crowd. On December 14th, we have Abbe Lane, who's turning 94. She's a singer and actor who's bee
In the heart of L. A. , a place buzzing with spiritual energy, stands the Pure Heart Collective. This spot, once home to a metaphysical shop, is now run by Wendy L'Belle-Tividad. She's known for her unique style, from her bright blonde hair to her flowing white and pink outfits. Her clients range fr
The DC Police Chief, Pamela A. Smith, has resigned. She has been in the role for just over two years. Her departure comes as the city faces serious allegations of tampering with crime statistics. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking into this matter. They believe that some crimes were not repo
