Local Virginia teachers no longer forced to use students' preferred pronouns after settlement

IMF Report on US EconomyThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its forecast for the US economy, predicting a slowdown in growth to 1.8% this year, down from 2.7% estimated in January, attributed in part to President Donald Trump's global tariffs. This downward adjustment reflects concerns over slower economic expansion and rising prices. The BBC's Michelle Fleury highlights three key factors influencing the IMF's revised predictions, underscoring the potential impact of trade policies on economic...

Lithos Carbon, a Seattle-based carbon removal company, is utilizing enhanced rock weathering by repurposing mining waste like basalt and limestone dust to capture carbon dioxide and improve agricultural efficiency. This innovative process accelerates the natural carbon absorption that typically takes thousands of years, allowing farmers to apply the dust over their fields to enhance soil health and crop yields while removing up to 1 billion tons of CO2 annually. By integrating sustainable practices, Lithos aims...

A Fort Worth man, 23-year-old Alexander Taylor Valdez, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his mother, Teresita Sayson, during an attempted exorcism. Police were alerted by an anonymous 911 call reporting a disturbing photo of a woman covered in blood, leading them to Valdez, who was found with blood on his body and confessed, "I was doing witchcraft to kill my mom." Authorities discovered Sayson dead in the home with severe trauma, and Valdez is...

Karen Read is on trial for the second time regarding the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, who died in January 2022 after allegedly being struck by Read's SUV following a night of drinking. The prosecution claims she left the scene, while her defense argues against the accusation, alleging a cover-up and highlighting flaws in the police investigation. Key evidence includes Read's own statements, DNA findings on her vehicle, and conflicting testimonies...

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration for threatening to freeze $2.2 billion in federal funding unless the school complies with certain demands, arguing this is unlawful and violates its First Amendment rights. The lawsuit claims the administration's actions aim to control academic decision-making and threaten vital research, while also failing to follow required procedures under the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Harvard's President Alan Garber stated that the university will not relinquish its independence,...

Canadian Election InsightsThe upcoming Canadian general election is heavily influenced by the US-Canada relationship, particularly due to comments from the US president suggesting Canada could become the 51st state. In light of this, the BBC has engaged voters nationwide to explore their perceptions of Canadian identity and the distinctions that set Canada apart from the United States. This discourse reflects broader themes of nationalism and sovereignty as Canadians prepare to cast their votes amidst these...