College football fans have a lot to look forward to with nine big conference championship games coming up. These games are set for December 5th and 6th. Teams have been working hard to secure their spots in these important matchups. The schedule is packed with exciting games. On December 6th, BYU w
A Pennsylvania company got some good news recently. The Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) said they could get part of their money back from taxes they paid. This was for the time between the end of 2021 and the start of 2024. The company makes parts that help join pipes together. They asked for a
A recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer with mixed results. The company, which deals in buying, selling, and repairing electronic products, had asked for a reduction in a sales tax assessment that covered the period from January 31, 2017, to Decembe
The UK is in for a soggy start to the week, with more rain on the way after a wet weekend. The weather forecast looks pretty gloomy, with low-pressure systems causing trouble. On Saturday, December 6, heavy rain is expected to stick around, especially in northeast Scotland, south Wales, and southwes
In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western
Oregon is facing a serious issue with student literacy. Governor Tina Kotek is pushing for better reading education, but the state's universities are not fully on board. The governor formed a panel to improve how future teachers are trained. The panel suggested using more research-backed teaching m
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
Europe is finally stepping up its defense game, but there's a big hurdle to overcome: getting military gear where it needs to go, fast. While many NATO members are boosting their defense budgets, the real test is mobility. Imagine trying to move troops and equipment across Europe quickly—it's not as
The UK and Russia have had a rocky relationship over the past few decades. It all started in 2000 when Tony Blair, the British Prime Minister, visited Vladimir Putin before he even became the Russian President. This was a big deal because Blair was the first Western leader to do so. Later that year,
Belgium is a nation divided. It's split by language and faith, with the north being Dutch-speaking and Protestant, while the south is French-speaking and Catholic. Brussels, the capital, is a melting pot, hosting major organizations like NATO and the European Union. Back in the 16th and 17th centur
