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The United Kingdom has warned that China has attempted to recruit several Members of Parliament (MPs) to work for them as spies, putting them on high alert. The notice came from MI5, England's domestic security service, who pointed out two LinkedIn profiles that seemed to be linked to the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS). According to MI5, the LinkedIn profiles attempted to recruit people in British politics, especially MPs who help make decisions for the country in Parliament. The profiles, under the names Amanda Qiu and Shirly Shen, particularly focused on outreach, "laying the groundwork for long-term relationships, using professional networking sites, recruitment agents and consultants acting on their behalf." Additionally, MI5 also confirmed that the alleged spies could also potentially offer all-expenses paid trips to China or ask for online money transfers through cash or cryptocurrency, according to the BBC. China has strongly denied the claims, though, calling them "pure fabrication" and encouraging the UK to avoid making another such statement in the future to preserve UK-China ties. Just after the announcement, Security Minister Dan Jarvis declared a slew of changes and investments to UK security to prevent future Chinese spying. His new plan, known as the Counter Political Interference and Espionage Action Plan, will see the government begin educating politicians on how to recognize spying and other suspicious activities, deliver security briefings directly to political parties, and work with networking companies like LinkedIn to make their websites less friendly to possible malicious activity. Furthermore, he confirmed that the country will invest £170 million ($222 million) into updating technology that protects sensitive information in the UK government, and another £130 million ($170 million) will be invested into funding policing for counter-terrorism, cybersecurity, and national security as a whole. He also stated that their government has removed Chinese-manufactured surveillance equipment from all UK-affiliated sites across the world that handle sensitive information, according to the official website of the UK government. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): In South Dakota, you can get a driver’s permit at age 14 with parental consent– the youngest driving age limit in the US. Once you turn 16, you can get your license. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy. ( Leo Buscaglia) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Eccentric (adj, ik-SEN-trik) - Eccentric usually describes people and things that deviate from conventional or accepted usage or behavior, especially in odd or whimsical ways. It is also used technically to mean "deviating from a circular path" and "located elsewhere than at the geometric center." In a Sentence: He's an endearingly eccentric scientist whose methods are quite inventive. Image credit to Reuters

Yesterday, the United Nations Security Council approved an American plan to ensure peace and stabilize Gaza for the next few years, paving the way to a possible Palestinian statehood. The resolution included US President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan , which approves the creation of an International Stabilization Force that would protect the citizens of Gaza and work to maintain peace with a new police force and demilitarization measures. They would also secure Gaza's borders and facilitate the distribution of humanitarian aid, further solving the crisis. Another key point within the resolution includes the creation of a Board of Peace as a temporary government over Gaza, with Trump as the chair of the organization for the next two years, in addition to the total withdrawal of all Israeli forces from the Strip once the situation is under control. These two organizations will work to restore peace in Gaza over the next two years, with the ISF working under the supervision of a Palestinian Authority, the latter of which will answer to the Board of Peace chaired by Trump. Finally, after pressure from Arab countries surrounding Palestine, the resolution also includes t hat if their duties have been “faithfully carried out and Gaza redevelopment has advanced, the conditions may be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood,” according to AP. This addition drew the ire of various right-wing politicians within Israel, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly rejected this statement and refuses to allow Palestine to become a state. Hamas also rejected the resolution, claiming that bringing a foreign power into Gaza violates the rights of the Palestinian people. Nevertheless, while Russia and China, two nations with veto power, had created their own resolution that supported Palestinian statehood, they abstained from voting on the US-led resolution, allowing it to pass unanimously. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): A study from Harvard University finds that having no friends can be just as deadly as smoking. Both affect levels of a blood-clotting protein called fibrinogen. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): The calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom. ( James Allen) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Crucible (noun, KROO-suh-bul) - A crucible, in the word’s literal use, is a pot in which metals or other substances are heated to a very high temperature or melted. But crucible is more often encountered in figurative use referring to a difficult test or challenge, or to a place or situation that forces people to change or make difficult decisions. In a Sentence: The bronze was heated to 2,100 degrees in the crucible and then poured into molds designed by the artist. Image credit to AFP

Tehran continues to move closer and closer to Day Zero, a day when they will run out of water completely, but Iran has begun experimenting with cloud seeding technology to help the problem. To dive deeper into the concept of Day Zero and how it poses a threat to many cities across the world, including Tehran, check out this article  from our Climate section (member-only). Tehran, the capital of the Middle Eastern nation of Iran, maintains a population of over 15 million people and remains the most prominent city in a region of mostly desert. While the capital experiences blistering daily highs in the summer, they used to receive consistent snowfall during the winter, allowing them to replenish their water supply every year. However, due to climate change and rapid population growth, Tehran no longer has the resources to provide sufficient water to their citizens. 2025 is Iran’s sixth straight year of drought, with global warming and climate change bringing less and less rain to the country while increasing year-round temperatures. In fact, this year alone, rainfall levels have dropped 40%, with reservoirs and rivers reaching dangerously low levels. When looking at the current season, Tehran has seen around 95% less rain this fall than their average, showing the effects of climate change through stark statistics– the entire city has received just 1.1 millimeters of rain for the entire year, compared to their annual average of 350 mm. Snow cover has also decreased around 99%, as November is usually Tehran's snow season but any sort of precipitation has been nonexistent for most of the year. Meanwhile, decades of water mismanagement and over-extraction of groundwater resources have heavily depleted Tehran’s already-low water supply, with the agricultural sector also contributing to the crisis. Reservoirs are at incredibly low levels because of this mismanagement, at around 5-8% of their capacity, and one of Tehran's most crucial water sources, Lake Urmia, contains around 98% less water than it did in 1998. Many scientists and the broader public blame the Iranian government, not climate change, for the crisis because of its predictability. American scientists warned Iran's government years ago that they were over-extracting groundwater and were bound to run out of water at the rate that they were mismanaging their water, and within four years, Tehran is now dangerously close to Day Zero. In August, public restrooms were shut down, all public and private pools were cut off from water supply, and government offices began periodically closing down or cutting down their work hours to conserve water. Additionally, around 80% of homes have seen their water pressure reduced by almost half, and many homes are not receiving a consistent water supply at all. However, several days ago, taps began running dry across the city, and the government of Tehran now faces the prospect of having to evacuate the entire capital. Officials have confirmed that if they fail to receive rain within the next few weeks, a widespread evacuation is highly likely– but Iran has taken a last-ditch effort to try and initiate some rainfall using cloud seeding. Cloud seeding is a process where planes drop certain chemicals like silver iodide into clouds to enhance precipitation, creating rainfall if there is not enough of it. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): In Toy Story 2, in the scene where Buzz gives a speech in front of the American flag, the flag was edited to be a globe for release in non-American countries. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Be humble to the lowly, and gentle to weak. Be a dinosaur to the phony, and a stone wall to the critic. ( Abhijit Naskar) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Writhe (verb, RYTHE) - To writhe is to twist one’s body from side to side. The word is often used when the body or a bodily part is twisting in pain. In a Sentence: The injured player lay on the football field, writhing in pain. Image credit to Reuters

At least 120 people were injured over the past few days as thousands of people took to the streets across Mexico, protesting against government corruption and violent crime. While a considerable majority of the Mexican population is largely content with incumbent President Claudia Sheinbaum's handling of widespread issues, many are unhappy with the way she has addressed problems like corruption and crime. Sheinbaum's administration has taken a very different approach when compared to those of her predecessors, who adopted a "war on cartels" strategy similar to that of current US President Donald Trump. Instead, Sheinbaum has focused on increasing the government's intelligence capacity to target the root causes of violence– though many critics have thought of this strategy as ineffective and useless. While she has combated the propagation of fentanyl and other drugs across Mexico, violent crime remains a major issue. Sheinbaum has also refused to allow American soldiers onto Mexican soil to assist with the situation, leading to even more frustration. Several provinces still struggle with intense violence and crime across the country, including robberies, homicides, and extortions. One of the most crucial moments that led up to the protests was the assassination of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of the city of Uruapan in the western Mexican state of Michoacán, who maintained a strong voice against the spread of violence in the region until he was killed. Manzo was strongly against Sheinbaum's handling of the situation as one of the primary advocates for its ineffectiveness, but he has already become the poster child for Mexico's anti-corruption and anti-crime movement. Soon, protestors began flooding the streets, advocating against Sheinbaum and her policies. Sheinbaum claimed that the demonstrations were organized by her opposition, but many gathered after being rallied by Gen Z groups after efforts to coordinate on Discord and other platforms. The protestors broke a section of the fence surrounding the National Palace in Mexico City – the residence of the president – forcing police to step into action. Authorities released tear gas onto citizens and arrested 20 people for robbery and assault, but 100 police officers were injured in the process. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): The thumbs-up sign is believed to have originated from Chinese pilots before it was passed onto the United States' Flying Tigers during World War II, who made the sign popular. It was used to communicate with the ground crew before take-off. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Real gold is not afraid of the melting pot. ( Chinese Proverb) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Radial (adj, RAY-dee-ul) - Radial describes things that are arranged or have parts arranged in straight lines coming out from the center of a circle. In a Sentence: Her mosaics echo radial patterns observed in nature, from succulents to sea urchins. Image credit to Getty Images

Disney has finally reached an agreement with YouTube TV over the distribution of ESPN services, ending a 15-day blackout that wreaked havoc across the media and entertainment industry. On October 30, the previous agreement between YouTube TV and Disney expired, removing all Disney-affiliated networks from the Google-owned streaming and live-TV service. YouTube TV and other streaming services are required to pay television producers like Disney to host their channels on their external platforms, but they usually negotiate long-term contracts ahead of time to avoid removing availability for customers. Because of the dispute, all Disney channels were removed from YouTube TV, including ESPN, National Geographic, ABC, FX, and Hulu. Both sides blamed each other throughout the blackout, which lasted over two weeks, leading to even more frustration among customers. YouTube TV claimed that Disney was charging exorbitant prices and tried to utilize the dispute to pull subscribers away from YouTube TV, bringing them to the media conglomerate's own Hulu + Live TV. ESPN alone charges YouTube TV $10 per month for each paying subscriber, making it the most expensive service in the country. Meanwhile, Disney argued that Google had been using their increased leverage to making YouTube TV refuse to pay their proposed rates. Google maintains significant leverage over Disney because of YouTube TV's growing subscriber base, making them a crucial distributor of Disney content. Unfortunately, many viewers had purchased subscriptions to YouTube TV solely to watch specific games in college football leagues, the NFL, or others, and that money ended up going to waste because of the dispute. However, a deal has finally been reached, bringing Disney channels back to YouTube TV for customers to enjoy. The new deal also gives subscribers of YouTube TV access to ESPN's new direct-to-consumer application, allowing them to log into the ESPN app with their YouTube TV account, along with a new bundle that includes elements of YouTube TV, Disney, and Hulu. YouTube TV and Disney have apologized for the dispute, and YouTube TV is now offering all of its subscribers $20 credits to make up for the loss. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): The day after Thanksgiving is called “Brown Friday” by plumbers in America because it is their busiest day of the year– primarily due to clogged kitchen sinks and disposals from holiday cooking waste. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving . ( Mother Teresa) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Heyday (noun, HAY-day) - Heyday refers to the period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity. It is usually used in the singular. In a Sentence: In its heyday , the circus was a major form of entertainment for the small town. Image credit to Getty Images

South Korea completely shut down yesterday as part of their annual tradition to allow students to focus when taking the CSAT– arguably the biggest moment of every South Korean's life. The College Scholastic Ability Test, or CSAT, is an annual exam given to university applicants on the third Thursday of November, also known as the Suneung in South Korea. The nine-hour exam encompasses Korean, English, math, and Korean history, but they can opt into a second foreign language, classical Chinese, or one or two elective subjects. Based on these scores, the Suneung can decide an individual's potential career, income, where they live, and who they marry if they go to university. Because of this, parents often begin preparing their children for the Suneung as young as preschool, hoping for them to get into a good university. However, the system has been blamed for years as one that promotes educational inequality, leads to increased stress and worse mental health, and discourages people from having kids because parents don't want their children to go through that situation. South Korea, in particular, has struggled with their fertility rate in recent years– the nation is one of the fastest-aging countries in the world due to the low number of people who want to have kids. While South Korean universities do take other factors into account, a high CSAT score is crucial for getting into a top-tier institution. Any student in at least their third year of high school or with a diploma can take the exam, and they can retake it the following year if the desired result is not achieved. Hundreds of thousands of students take the Suneung each year, making it an important day for the country. Yesterday, the third Thursday in November, over 550,000 South Korean students arrived at testing centers to take their exams – their highest participation level since 2019 – and the entire country shut down to allow them to focus in peace. Flights were canceled for 35 minutes as students took the listening portion of the English exam, the stock market opened late, military training came to a halt, and police were deployed to the streets to help escort late students to their testing spots. In fact, any students who run late for the test can call 112 to get a free ride in a police car or on a motorcycle to reach the center as soon as possible. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): The American roulette wheel is different from the European wheel. The American one has 2 green spaces, 0 and 00, while the European one only has 1 green space, a zero. Although on both, if you add up all the numbers on a roulette wheel, you will get 666. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Childhood means simplicity. Look at the world with the child’s eye – it is very beautiful. ( Kailash Satyarthi) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Peremptory (adj, puh-REMP-tuh-ree) - Peremptory is a formal word used especially in legal contexts to describe an order, command, etc., that requires immediate compliance with no opportunity to show why one should not comply. It is also used disapprovingly to describe someone with an arrogant attitude, or something indicative of such an attitude. In a Sentence: The soldiers were given a peremptory order to abandon the mission. Image credit to Getty Images

Several native Amazonian tribes stormed the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, just after its kickoff several days ago, in an effort to gain representation amid a major conference over climate change and its global impacts. COP30 is the 30th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change, being hosted by Brazil at a time when the Amazon rainforest is reaching a critical point in its life. At climate change conferences, countries discuss major issues, possible solutions, new technology, and other ways that climate-related problems can be mitigated. This year, officials have emphasized that the conference will be primarily to execute plans that have been made at past meetings, like the Paris Agreement, instead of creating new goals. Also, ,COP30 is taking place in the city of Belém, a city that embodies the fears and concerns of the Amazon. Located on the edge of the Amazon River, Belém is the capital of the state of Pará, which has experienced intense deforestation over the last few decades. Since 2002, the state has lost around 13% of its forest cover – equivalent to around 30 million acres – and several other Brazilian states like Rondonia and Mato Grosso have lost even more. Indigenous tribes within the region have also been heavily impacted– their entire lifestyle depends on the Amazon rainforest, but deforestation is slowly taking away their land. The Amazon River is littered with trash and poisoned with mercury and arsenic from the manufacturing plants along the river, and animal populations continue to dwindle because of habitat loss. On a global scale, while native tribes are the people who have the smallest impact on the environment, the actions taken by others often harm them much more than it harms the true cause of the problem. Then, countries refuse to allow indigenous peoples to attend the conference as a delegation, and the ones that are permitted are often not able to attend because of high airfare costs or other logistical problems. These are real issues in the Amazon and across the world, and they are exactly what Indigenous tribes aim to put into the spotlight during their time at COP30, which makes them the host of these delegations in their own rainforest. Because of this, indigenous groups stormed the conference on Tuesday after protesting outside, fighting with security in an attempt to gain attention. While delegates from major cities were inside, discussing climate plans, native Amazonian tribes were left with no say in the process. Nevertheless, they are finally managing to bring attention to their cause, and several Brazilian delegates actually come from indigenous origin. Furthermore, many countries are already taking action on climate change, and the COP's main goals will be to secure funding for additional investments in green energy and new technologies in developing countries. The United States, one of the world's largest polluters, has taken a hardline, pro-oil stance because of President Trump's beliefs, and Europe's climate efforts are stalling after making significant progress over the past few decades. But other countries are now taking the lead, including one in particular: China. Physically, China is the world's largest producer of wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles, but they are also the world's largest producer of solar power, wind energy, and hydropower. In 2024, renewable energy made up around 30% of China's demand, and their capacity is growing incredibly fast. Plans for new, ultra-large wind turbines, solar farms, and dams are already being designed, while the latest projects continue to innovate in the renewable sector. Meanwhile, they are also supplying their products to various other countries that are looking to expand in renewable energy. Cheap Chinese technology has allowed other countries to invest in renewables, rather than it being solely for wealthy, developed nations. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): Underneath the streets of Beijing, there are over a million people – typically low-income migrant workers or students – who live in a complex network of former nuclear bunkers and basements. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): It is not tears but determination that makes pain bearable. ( Rose Kennedy) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Abide (verb, uh-BYDE) - If someone cannot abide someone or something bad, unpleasant, etc., they cannot tolerate or accept that person or thing. Abide can also mean "to accept without objection" and "to remain or continue." In a Sentence: I just can't abide such blatant dishonesty. Image credit to Reuters

Just one day after a possible terrorist-related car blast struck India's capital city, a suicide bombing killed 12 people outside a court in Pakistan's capital city, raising concerns over terrorism across the region. The incident occurred yesterday at around 12:30 pm local time when a car carrying a bomb entered the area surrounding several district court buildings in Islamabad. The resulting blast killed 12 people and injured 27 others, spewing debris across the plaza. According to interior minister Mohsin Naqvi, the car initially attempted to drive closer to the court and even get the car up next to the building, but he was unable to do so. Because of this, the bomber targeted a police car, which quickly went up into flames after the explosion. An investigation was quickly launched, but the Pakistani Taliban, also known as the Tehrik-e-Taliban, later claimed responsibility for the bombing. Naqvi later alleged that the attack was supported by India and the Afghani Taliban, which left India bristling. However, unfortunately, terrorism remains a serious problem in the region, with India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan suffering from consistent attacks. Afghanistan remains under the control of the Afghani Taliban, an extremist terrorist group who have suppressed the rights of women within the country, censored local media, and killed ethnic minorities, opposition party members, and others. Meanwhile, Pakistan has also struggled with terrorism, particularly due to the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group. Also known as the Pakistani Taliban, they believe that Pakistan has not been strict enough in imposing Islamic Sharia Law on the people– their ideal country looks more like Afghanistan's state of oppression. Because of this, they continue to execute terrorist attacks across Pakistan to rile up the people and cause chaos. In fact, the TTP has conducted at least 600 attacks on Pakistan in 2025 alone, although most of them occur in the Afghanistan-bordering state of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. While the country has worked to eradicate the terrorist group's operations from Pakistani soil, they have accused the Afghani Taliban of harboring the TTP within their territory. India, on the other hand, remains the most stable of the three countries and is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. However, they still struggle with occasional terrorism linked to Pakistani-affiliated militias– India claims that Pakistan allows these terrorist groups to operate in their territory, keeping tensions elevated between the two countries. Indian authorities are still investigating a car blast outside the Red Fort from this weekend that could be linked to an act of terrorism. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): Madagascar was once home to giant lemurs that were the size of today’s gorillas and weighed hundreds of pounds. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Not one ounce of my self worth depends on your acceptance of me. ( Quincy Jones) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Doughty (adj, DOW-tee) - Doughty is a word with an old-fashioned flair used to describe someone who is brave, strong, and determined. In a Sentence: The monument celebrates the doughty townspeople who fended off invaders centuries ago. Image credit to CNN

At least eight people were killed and 20 others were left injured yesterday after a car blast at Delhi's historic Red Fort, sparking chaos across the area. The incident involved a Hyundai i20, a relatively popular car in India, which exploded as it arrived at a traffic signal at around 7 pm local time. The debris and flames from the blast damaging vehicles up and down the street, with photos revealing remains of broken glass and charred metal. Additionally, the incident occurred right next to one of the gates of the Red Fort, a historic monument from the Mughal Empire, built in the 1600s. A specific cause has not been determined, but Indian officials have asserted that an act of terrorism is not out of the question– they are yet to make a decision, though. Authorities have confirmed that they are investigating all angles of the crash, helping them determine the true cause instead of making an assumption. However, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi commented that the perpetrators would be brought to justice, further hinting that the explosion had been planned or caused on purpose. Police are also investigating for a connection between the blast and the recovery of explosives in the nearby city of Faridabad. Just before the explosion occurred, authorities seized over 793 pounds (360 kilograms) of ammonium nitrate, which can become a cheap but dangerous explosive when mixed with fuel oil. Various areas across the country were quickly alerted of possible terrorism threats, including New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, government headquarters like Rashtrapati Bhavan, and train stations in the state of Uttar Pradesh and the major city of Mumbai. Security around the explosion site is also extremely tight, preventing people from going in and out. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): Somebody hid an episode of South Park inside the first 100,000 copies of the Playstation video game, Tiger Woods 99 PGA Tour , as an Easter egg, forcing EA to do a massive recall. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): They do not know their own defects, who search for the defects of others. ( Sanskrit Proverb) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Temerity (noun, tuh-MAIR-uh-tee) - Temerity is the quality of being confident and unafraid of danger or punishment, especially in a way that seems rude or foolish. Temerity may also refer to a rash or reckless act. In a Sentence: She had the temerity to ask me for another loan when she had yet to begin repaying the first one. Image credit to AP

The United States' longest government shutdown in history has finally come to an end, with the Senate successfully passing a funding deal that will restore order across the country. Originally, Democrats and Republicans remained at an impasse, with both parties on extreme sides of the political spectrum. However, a group of eight centrist Democrats agreed to side with Republicans in yesterday's referendum, in exchange for a future vote on Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which Trump has been working to remove. These ACA subsidies remain at the center of the battle between Democrats and Republicans, and they are crucial to over 22 million people. The Affordable Care Act, signed into law by former President Barack Obama in 2010, expands the availability of health insurance and Medicare across the country. The act makes health insurance more affordable by offering the aforementioned subsidies to citizens whose incomes are within 400% of the poverty line; expands Medicare eligibility in certain states; prevents insurers from denying coverage for someone because of a pre-existing condition; and allows young adults to stay on their parents' health insurance plan until the age of 26. Trump has long been against the ACA– he attempted to completely repeal the bill in 2017 during his first term, but was unsuccessful. Trump also tried to challenge the act in court, but the Supreme Court ruled the ACA as constitutional. While he has taken various other actions, the most pressing issue in the Capitol in 2025 is the expiration of the ACA's premium tax credits at the end of the year. Without renewal, this will halt the delivery of healthcare insurance subsidies for over 22 million people that depend on the program. Now, several Democrats, in exchange for ending the government shutdown, have been guaranteed a vote on extending those tax credits. However, Republicans did not agree to renew them– they simply confirmed that they would hold a vote. If Democrats are able to pass such a bill once the vote takes place in around a month, it would be an incredible win for the left side of the political spectrum amid an administration that has maintained a strongly right-wing stance on domestic and global politics and economic policies. Additionally, the Democratic party as a whole was outraged by the decision of those eight centrist senators, but the bill will be finalized today before being sent to President Trump for approval. Nevertheless, the bill only guarantees funding until January, as the crucial laws required to extend funding for a new fiscal year have not been passed yet. This means that the government could face another shutdown in early 2026, but that is yet to be seen. Fact of the Day (The Fact Site): It is thought by Russians that eating ice cream will keep you warm. The idea is that the body has to work harder to digest the cold, calorie-rich food, which generates heat and warms you up from the inside, and it is so cold in Russia that eating an ice cream fresh out the fridge is warmer than the outside. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): A company is only as good as the people it keeps. ( Mary Kay Ash) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Improvident (adj, im-PRAH-vuh-dunt) - Improvident is a formal word used to describe something that does not foresee or provide for the future, especially with regard to money. An improvident relationship, habit, or practice is financially unwise or impractical. In a Sentence: The directors were blasted at the committee hearing for their improvident use of public money. Image credit to Architect of the Capitol