POLITICS

Apr 22 2026POLITICS

New NYC rules aim to cut kids' social media time—but will they work?

New York City is pushing forward with two controversial bills that would cap social media use for minors under 17 to just one hour per day. Proposed by local council members, the idea is to protect young people from the psychological harm linked to endless scrolling. While supporters point to studie

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

When Soldiers Cross the Line

Two Israeli soldiers found themselves in hot water after a disturbing photo surfaced online. The image showed one soldier attacking a crucifix with an axe while another snapped a picture. The act happened in a small village in southern Lebanon where Christians still live despite the ongoing conflict

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Government Faces Critique Over Antisemitism Response

Nigel Farage, the head of Reform UK, voiced strong criticism of the British administration on Monday. He claimed that officials are not doing enough to stop antisemitic incidents, especially after a recent arson attempt on a London synagogue. Farage said that mere statements of support are not enoug

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Guard Soldiers Stay in DC, Costs Grow

A long‑running National Guard deployment keeps armed soldiers walking Washington streets. The move began after President Trump declared a crime emergency in August and called the Guard to help keep order. Since then, more than 2, 500 troops have been stationed in the city. The Guard’s duties

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Prediction Markets: Who Gets to Tax Them?

States want to raise money from online prediction sites, but they’re not sure what those sites actually are. The debate centers on whether the sites should be treated like sports betting, financial derivatives, or something else entirely. If they’re seen as gambling, states could tax them the sam

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

UK Leader Faces Heat Over Ambassador Choice

A former senior diplomat says he felt “continuous pressure” from the Prime Minister’s team to hurry up on appointing a new U. S. ambassador, adding fuel to the debate that could threaten the leader’s position. The controversy centers on Labour veteran Peter Mandelson, whose past ties to a convict

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

New Policy Gives Psychedelics a Chance

A recent order from the White House is set to speed up research on psychedelic medicines that could help people with mental illnesses. The executive directive tells the Food and Drug Administration to look at certain drugs faster and creates a new way for doctors to test experimental treatments on p

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Power Shift Rules: How the 25th Amendment Really Works

The 25th Amendment, adopted in 1967, exists to make sure the United States can smoothly hand over power if a president dies or becomes seriously ill. It is not a tool for removing an elected leader without proper procedure. The amendment has four parts. The first two cover situations where a presid

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Trump’s China Trade Game: Confusion and Consequences

President Trump promised in 2025 that tariffs would change the U. S. relationship with China, claiming the country was hurting America’s economy. More than a year later, the trade moves have not forced China to alter its policies or military stance. The result is a policy that feels aimless, l

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Japan Lets Itself Sell More Weapons Worldwide

Japan has changed its rules about selling weapons, a move that could change the country’s role in global arms trade. The new policy removes limits on many types of equipment, such as warships and missiles. This shift signals a break from the strict pacifist stance that has guided Japan after W

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