In the midst of the German election buzz, tech billionaire Elon Musk has thrown his weight behind a controversial party – the AfD, known for its anti-immigration and anti-Islam stance. Musk's endorsement comes at a critical time, just days before the Feb. 23 vote, which was triggered by a collapsed
Imagine a holiday gift-wrapped by lawmakers, tailored just for lobbyists. In Washington, over 13, 000 lobbyists are salivating over the chance to undo rules they didn't like. This sneaky trick is called the Congressional Review Act, which lets new leaders erase rules from the last few months of the
Mayor Adams is in hot water. His reelection campaign might be hit with a massive fine because of his federal corruption case. A city watchdog group, the CFB, is considering a penalty called "breach of certification. " This is the worst punishment they can give. It means Adams could lose all the publ
Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu
Pam Bondi, Donald Trump's pick for Attorney General, is urged to focus on a pressing issue: violence against women. According to Paul DelPonte, the head of a national crime-fighting organization, Bondi's background in prosecuting such cases makes her well-suited for the role. With Trump facing criti
Young people are the future, and their involvement in society is key to its growth. In China, feeling like you're gaining something, whether it's political influence, economic benefits, or improvements in daily life, really motivates young people to get involved. A study using data from the CSS2021
In Idaho, medical boards have agreed to put a stop to investigations into healthcare providers who refer patients to other states for abortions. This decision comes as a result of an ongoing legal battle involving Planned Parenthood and two Idaho doctors. They sued Idaho's Attorney General, Raúl Lab
In a recent move, the U. S. Department of Education has settled complaints from Jewish and Muslim students across five University of California campuses. The complaints stemmed from protests last spring over the war in Gaza, alleging that the universities didn't handle antisemitic and anti-Arab hara
The Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel shocked thousands of Jews, shattering their sense of safety. This violent event, known as Israel's 9/11, saw Hamas militants breach borders, kill 1, 200 people, and take 250 captive. The Israeli military's delayed response left many feeling vulnerable. In resp
Are you planning to fly somewhere for the holidays? A government shutdown might mess up your plans if lawmakers can't agree on a spending bill by Friday night. This could mean big changes at airports. The Transportation Security Administration is expecting a busy time, with about 40 million people
