Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances
North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, recently put the spotlight on his country's Air Force. He did this during a big celebration for the Air Force's 80th birthday. Kim was joined by his young daughter for the event. State media shared photos of Kim looking at different military equipment. This include
A recent U. S. proposal to end the Ukraine-Russia war has set off alarm bells in Kyiv. Ukrainian officials are worried that the plan would force their country to make big compromises that could weaken its security and independence. The plan, which was put together by American and Russian officials
In Chicago, a major immigration enforcement operation led by Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino has sparked heated debates. Bovino, who previously managed similar operations in Los Angeles, has defended the aggressive tactics used by federal agents. He claims that the use of force has been minimal a
Europe is having a big debate about how to protect itself from threats, especially from Russia. The European Union's top leader, Ursula von der Leyen, suggested building a "drone wall" to keep an eye on and defend against drones coming from Russia. But not everyone is on board with this idea. Franc
Derrick McFall is making waves on the football field, and people are taking notice. This young athlete from Tyler, Texas, is quickly becoming a standout player for the SMU Mustangs. In 2024, he made a big splash as a redshirt freshman, rushing for 106 yards and scoring two touchdowns. His debut game
In the United States, a fresh trend is emerging among homeowners and renters who want to use solar energy without the high cost of rooftop installations. These small solar panels, about the size of a door, can be plugged into regular wall outlets and placed on balconies or decks. This idea has been
Britain and France have joined forces to address the growing issue of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats. This new agreement, announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, aims to send some migrants back to France while accepting others with legitim
The Indo-Pacific region has been a hot topic lately. Why? Because China has been acting up. The U. S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, recently spoke at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He made it clear that the U. S. is not backing down from its commitments to its allies in the region. This is
The Minnesota Timberwolves are at a big turning point after losing in the Western Conference finals again. They have a young team with lots of potential. Anthony Edwards is only 23, and he has a lot of young teammates like Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. They also have promi
