Madeleine Wickham, a name synonymous with heartwarming tales and witty narratives, passed away at the age of 55. She was known to many as Sophie Kinsella, the author behind the popular "Shopaholic" series. Her books, filled with humor and relatable characters, have sold over 45 million copies worldw
College basketball is heating up, and eight teams are still perfect on the season. These teams come from different conferences and have unique strengths. Some are national title contenders, while others are just trying to secure a spot in the NCAA tournament. Nebraska is one of the teams still unbe
In the heart of Kyiv, Zelenskyy spoke to reporters, stressing that Ukraine needs stronger security guarantees. He made it clear that he won't give Russia more land in Donbas than what they already hold. The peace talks, driven by the White House, seem to be at a standstill. Trump's frustration is gr
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
Baseball and politics have always been a big deal in the U. S. They both bring people together and sometimes drive them apart. A recent book, "House Divided, " dives into the story of the first congressional baseball game, which started in 1909 and is still going strong today. This game pits Democra
In Washington, a law passed in 2018 aimed to reduce the number of children charged as adults. This law was a response to the fact that kids of color were more likely to face adult charges than white children. By 2023, the number of kids charged as adults had dropped by more than half, and transfers
Bridgewater College is stepping up its game by introducing women's flag football as a varsity sport. This new addition will kick off in the 2026-2027 academic year, according to a recent announcement. The college is no stranger to providing opportunities for students. This move is part of their ong
December 8, 2025, marks the birthdays of several notable figures from the entertainment world. Among them are Kim Basinger, who will be celebrating her 72nd birthday. Did you know her name Kim is a nickname for Kimila? Also turning a year older is Dominic Monaghan, who will be 49. He might have been
The Supreme Court is currently reviewing a case that could significantly increase the power of the president to remove officials from independent federal agencies. This case revolves around President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Rebecca Kelly Slaughter from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), desp
Doctors today are not just healers. They are also influencers. This shift is especially noticeable in cosmetic medicine. Here, doctors often act more like businesspeople than healers. They promote treatments that may not always be necessary. This is all part of their marketing strategy. The tools o
