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Colombia’s next leader: Three big personalities in the race

May 26, 2026

Colombia is choosing a new president this weekend, and three very different candidates are leading the polls. On one side stands Ivan Cepeda, a left-wing senator who has spent years fighting for peace and justice. His father, a senator too, was killed in the 1990s during a wave of violence against l

crime

Australian Families from ISIS Camps Prepare to Fly Home

May 26, 2026

A new batch of seven Australian women and twelve children with ties to the Islamic State are set to leave a northeastern Syrian camp where they’ve been held since the militant group’s collapse. This follows the return of four women and nine children earlier this month—each group bringing back years

education

California State University Goes All‑In on AI: What Happens Next?

May 25, 2026

The California State University system recently signed a $17 million contract with OpenAI to give students, faculty and staff access to ChatGPT Edu, a version of the chatbot tailored for schools. The deal was renewed for another $13 million per year over three years, making the CSU one of the bigges

entertainment

New Late‑Night Show Goes Digital

May 25, 2026

The classic late‑night format is at a turning point. A former TV host has decided to move the show straight onto YouTube, hoping it will survive in a world where people watch clips instead of full episodes. He plans to film from his home in Los Angeles, keeping costs low and the crew small. Each

entertainment

Hidden Gems of 1970s Sci‑Fi TV

May 25, 2026

The seventies were a boom time for space adventures, but many shows have slipped into the shadows. A few of these series still feel fresh when you watch them today, and they deserve a second look. First up is the TV spin‑off of the classic “Planet of the Apes” saga. In 1974, a single season follo

sports

Where New York Fans Wish Their Ashes Would Fall

May 25, 2026

New Yorkers love their sports teams. They see them as part of who they are. A recent survey asked fans where they would want their ashes scattered if that were possible. The most popular spot is Madison Square Garden. It hosts the Knicks and Rangers and many concerts. Fans feel it is the heart of N

crime

The Mystery Behind an Old War Crime

May 25, 2026

In a quiet home, an elderly woman struggles with hearing loss and dizziness. Doctors can’t explain her condition. They suspect it might relate to her past—a dark time in a Nazi concentration camp. During World War II, she was part of cruel medical experiments. Many records from that time were destro

crime

Ecuador’s fight against crime: progress and questions

May 25, 2026

Ecuador’s leader recently talked about the country’s crime-fighting plans and some good news on the economy during an important speech. He pointed to big moves like sending crime bosses to the U. S. and taking nearly 300 tons of drugs off the streets. The country sits between two major cocaine produ

politics

Big Money vs Small Gifts: Who Really Controls U. S. Politics?

May 25, 2026

The way America funds its elections has long been a hot topic. Critics argue the system is stacked against regular people. Senator Bernie Sanders recently took to social media to highlight this imbalance. He pointed out how small personal payments to politicians get treated as crimes. Meanwhile, big

politics

Why social media stars are changing politics—and why that could be a problem

May 25, 2026

In 2024, influencers got a front-row seat to American politics. For the first time, hundreds of content creators were given special passes to the Democratic and Republican conventions. They rubbed shoulders with politicians at parties, rallies, and even White House events. Campaigns love this trend