Education Department opens investigation into Chicago Public Schools over alleged racial discrimination The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into Chicago Public Schools following claims that a new initiative aimed at boosting academic outcomes for Black students may violate federal anti-discrimination laws. The probe, announced ...

Spring might feel like a refreshing changeunless you’re one of the millions plagued by seasonal allergies, according to Dr. Joseph Mercola, a board-certified family physician in Ormond Beach, Florida. As trees bloom and flowers burst into color, many are stuck dealing with itchy eyes, sneezing, and sinus pressure, he said. If that sounds familiar, ...

OpenAI rolled back a recent update to ChatGPT after the artificial intelligence became excessively flattering in its responses, prompting the company to revert to an earlier version. On Tuesday, OpenAI announced it had rolled back the update to its flagship model, GPT-4o, which had been introduced the previous week. The company cited concerns over the [...] ...

Severe Storms Strike Pennsylvania, Leaving Two Dead and Widespread DamageSevere storms that swept through Pennsylvania on Tuesday evening claimed at least two lives, felled trees, and left hundreds of thousands without power. A 22-year-old man in State College tragically lost his life after being electrocuted while attempting to extinguish a mulch fire near ...

Severe storms are expected to cause widespread disruption from southern Texas to northern New York on Tuesday, bringing the threats of large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. Roughly 42 million people are in the path of these potentially dangerous storms. In Oklahoma, thunderstorms remain active, with a severe thunderstorm watch in place until ...

Why LA County Says It Cant Afford Raises for Thousands of Workers Set to Strike As more than 55,000 unionized Los Angeles County employees prepare to strike Monday evening, county officials say budget constraints prevent them from meeting the unions demands for higher pay. The strike, organized by Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721, ...

At the International Court of Justice, U.N. and Palestinian representatives accused Israel of violating international law by blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza, as hearings began on Israels responsibility to enable aid deliveries. Since March 2, Israel has completely halted the flow of supplies to Gazas 2.3 million residents, with food stockpiled during an ...

Dispute Over South China Sea Sandbar Intensifies China claims that six Filipinos landed on a small outcropping in the South China Sea, which both countries assert as their own territory. This follows the release of photos showing Chinese coast guard officers raising a Chinese flag on the same group of sandbars. A Long-Running Territorial Conflict [...] The ...

Severe thunderstorms are set to impact a wide portion of the United States on Monday, continuing into the evening, with the highest risk of significant damage concentrated in the Upper Midwest. On Monday, 36 million people are at risk of severe storms stretching from northern Minnesota to southwest Texas. These storms could bring strong tornadoes, [...] The ...

Massive power outage hits Spain and Portugal, disrupting transportation and daily life A massive power outage swept across large parts of Spain and Portugal on Monday, prompting widespread disruptions. Spains power grid operator, Red Elctrica, announced it was collaborating with energy companies to restore electricity as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, ...

NEW YORK First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, alongside pop icon Cyndi Lauper, hip-hop pioneers OutKast, rock duo The White Stripes, and grunge legends Soundgarden. Salt-N-Pepa, the first female rap act to achieve gold and platinum status, and the late [...] The post Chubby ...

North Korea Admits Sending Troops to Support Russia in Ukraine War for the First Time As the Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifies, North Korea has, for the first time, officially acknowledged deploying troops to support Russia in the war. The move reportedly came under the direct orders of Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un. On Monday, North Korea’s [...] The post ...

At least one person has died in southwest Oklahoma after flash flooding impacted the region, with authorities urging residents to stay off the roads as severe weather warnings remain in effect. The Lawton Police Department reported that emergency responders witnessed a vehicle driving into standing water earlier in the day. Unfortunately, they were unable ...

This season was meant to be one of transition for Liverpool, but even the clubs most hopeful supporters couldnt have predicted that it would lead straight to Premier League glory. By defeating Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, Liverpool powered its way to a record-tying 20th English league title, drawing level with Manchester United as the most [...] The post ...

Sightseeing in Auckland: Exploring by Ferry Sightseeing in Auckland isnt complete without a ferry ride across its sparkling harbors. With numerous daily departures from the city, ferries offer a fun and scenic way to reach the outlying islands that dot the Hauraki Gulf. Whether youre after a relaxing day trip or an outdoor adventure, the [...] The post ...

Gaza Health Ministry Reports 51 Deaths from Israeli Strikes, Death Toll Surpasses 52,000 DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip The Gaza Health Ministry reported Sunday that hospitals have received the remains of 51 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes over the past 24 hours. This brings the total death toll from the 18-month-long Israel-Hamas war to 52,243. [...] ...

From IPAs to lagers, beer preferences in America differ widely across regions and states. However, one brand appears to consistently rise above the competition. In a recent study conducted by Coffeeness, a German website specializing in coffee and beverage-related research, analysts created a ranking of the most popular beer in each state. The study, ...

Morning breaks in Khan Younis, and the Al-Zurai family wakes in a tent pitched atop the rubble of the cement house they once called home. The tiles that once lined their floor now rest unevenly on the sandy ground, outlining the space of a makeshift outdoor kitchen. Today, God gave us cans, so were cooking [...] The post Scratching Out a Life in the Shadows ...

Driver Plows Into Crowd at Vancouver Festival, Leaving Multiple Dead and Injured Several people were killed and others injured Saturday night after a driver crashed into a crowd gathered for a street festival in Vancouver, Canada, according to police. The incident occurred shortly after 8:14 p.m. local time at the intersection of East 41st Avenue [...] The ...

LOS ANGELES Thursday night delivered the kind of moment the Los Angeles Clippers had envisioned for nearly a decade: a roaring, sold-out arena celebrating the franchises first playoff win in its own building. Now leading Denver 2-1 in their first-round series, the Clippers are suddenly looking like a title contenderone no one saw coming. [...] The post The ...

The Vatican Shares Pope Francis Final Words Before His Death Pope Francis final moments were marked by a quiet expression of gratitude, the Vatican shared Tuesday, revealing that his last words were directed to his devoted nurse and caregiver, Massimiliano Strappetti. The 88-year-old pontiff passed away on Easter Monday, following a rapid decline in his ...

Virginia Giuffre, Epstein Accuser Who Took on Prince Andrew, Dies at 41 Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britains Prince Andrew and other powerful men of sexually abusing her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died at 41. Her publicist confirmed she died by suicide on Friday, April 25, at her farm in Western [...] The post Virginia ...

A 25% U.S. tariff on pharmaceutical imports could raise U.S. drug costs by nearly $51 billion annually, potentially increasing prices by as much as 12.9% if the costs are passed on to consumers, according to a report commissioned by the pharmaceutical industry’s U.S. trade group and reviewed by Reuters. The analysis, conducted by Ernst & [...] The post ...

VATICAN CITY One of the defining aspects of Pope Francis legacy is his advancement of women into senior roles at the Vaticanpositions that, for centuries, were reserved exclusively for men. These appointments have been praised by some as groundbreaking moves within an institution long dominated by patriarchal traditions, though others argue they fall short ...

A member of the K-pop group Just B came out as gay during a concert in Los Angeles this week a rare and powerful moment in an industry known for its strict image control and intense privacy. Bain, a 23-year-old vocalist in Just B, shared his truth during a solo performance at the groups [...] The post Korean boy band member is the first active K-pop star ...