Iran is open to talking about its nuclear program again, but there's a catch. The country's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said Iran would only return to the negotiating table if the U. S. and its allies promised no more attacks. This comes after recent strikes on Iran's nuclear and military sites. The attacks have made things complicated. Iran has stopped workin...
People have been talking about changing how we handle time for a while. The back-and-forth between Standard Time (ST) and Daylight Saving Time (DST) causes more trouble than it's worth. Health experts and scientists agree that sticking with ST all year would be better for everyone. But politicians are pushing for permanent DST, which isn't the best idea. The switch ...
Drug policies around the world are a big deal. They affect people's lives in many ways. The Global Drug Policy Index (GDPI) tries to compare how different countries handle these policies. But is it a good way to measure this? The GDPI looks at many things. It checks how countries treat drug use, sales, and health. It also sees if they follow international rules. But...
In Arizona, a heated debate is unfolding over a recent federal bill that has left many residents worried about their future. The bill, backed solely by Republicans, slashes funding for essential programs like Medicaid and SNAP, which help low-income and disabled individuals. Meanwhile, it extends tax cuts for the wealthy and allocates billions for deportations. Sena...
A recent law signed by President Trump has sparked concerns among health and environmental experts. The bill, which focuses on tax breaks and spending cuts, includes significant changes to Medicaid and environmental policies. First, let's talk about Medicaid. The new law imposes work requirements for many adults aged 19 to 64. This means they must work at least 80 h...
In California, a farm worker faced a terrible accident during a recent immigration raid. The worker, who was not targeted by the authorities, climbed onto a greenhouse roof and fell about 30 feet. The worker was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The United Farm Workers union initially reported the worker had died, but later reports clarified the worker wa...
The US is planning to hit the European Union and Mexico with a 30% tax on their goods starting August. This news comes from President Trump, who shared the update on his social media platform. He also sent similar messages to other countries, warning them about even bigger taxes if they fight back. Trump's letters to the EU and Mexico point out that the US has been ...
Texas is still cleaning up after recent heavy rains and floods that killed over 120 people. Meanwhile, former officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (Fema) are raising alarms. They say the agency is stretched too thin and lacks resources to handle multiple disasters at once. Many key leaders have left Fema, and morale is low. This is partly due to bu...
A judge in New Hampshire has found a smart way to stop a controversial executive order. The order, issued by Donald Trump, aims to change birthright citizenship. The judge didn't use the usual method to block the order. Instead, he used a class-action lawsuit. This lawsuit covers babies born in all 50 states. It includes babies born to mothers without legal status. I...
Trump's actions are causing a stir among his most devoted followers. The man who promised to clean up Washington is now acting like he belongs there. He's sending weapons to Ukraine, considering amnesty for undocumented workers, and pushing a massive spending bill. These moves are leaving his supporters scratching their heads. The Epstein scandal isn't helping. Trum...