The Democratic Party is facing a tough time. They struggle to find a clear path forward after a tough election. The latest setback came during a big speech by President Trump. This speech was a chance for Democrats to show voters what they stand for. But, things didn't go as planned. Democ
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) recently attempted to slash hundreds of contracts for veterans' health care services. Initially, a list of 875 contracts was set for termination, causing an uproar among Veterans Health Administration employees. These employees argued that many of the c
The federal government has been making big changes to trim down the number of employees and cut spending. This has left many wondering how these changes will affect space-related jobs. Tracking these changes is tricky because space jobs are spread out across many different departments. The
Gaza is facing a severe water and power shortage. The source of this crisis? The recent electricity cut by Israel. A desalination plant, which makes fresh water for the region, is now struggling to operate. The plant was producing 18, 000 cubic meters of water daily. Now, it's down to about 2, 500 c
The recent diplomatic back-and-forth between the U. S. and Iran has raised eyebrows and questions. In a surprising move, the U. S. President reached out to Iran's top leader. The letter was a call for talks about Iran's nuclear activities. The Iranian leader, however, wasn't having it. He dismissed
In a surprising twist, Russian special forces found a unique way to attack Ukrainian troops. They used a gas pipeline to sneak up on Ukrainian units in the Kursk region. This move came as Russia claimed to be making progress in its efforts to retake parts of the border province that Ukraine had seiz
The internet is a powerful tool, especially in times of crisis. It can be a lifeline for people in remote or dangerous areas. Starlink, a satellite internet service, is one such tool. It's been a big help in Ukraine, providing high-speed internet to areas affected by the conflict. But recently,
Fresh clashes in Syria have left many wondering how the country will move forward. The interim president, Ahmed al-Shara, is trying to calm the nation. He spoke from a mosque in Damascus. He urged Syrians to stay united and keep the peace. He said the country has what it needs to survive.
A big shake-up hit the academic world when a major university lost a huge chunk of federal funding. Columbia University found itself in hot water when the administration abruptly pulled $400 million. This move sent shockwaves through other universities, who are now on edge, wondering if they might b
The Department of Homeland Security has a new game plan. Kristi Noem, the head honcho, has just announced some big changes. The first big change is that the agency in charge of immigration enforcement has a new boss. The new acting director is Todd Lyons, who used to be the assistant director of
