Starting in January, international tourists will have to pay more to visit popular U. S. national parks like the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. This change comes after a recent order that aims to use the extra money for park upkeep and conservation. However, it's interesting to note that the same adm
Nigeria is in a tough spot right now. Hunger is at an all-time high, and it's not just because of bad weather or poor harvests. The main issue is the rise in violence and attacks from different militant groups. This violence is making it super hard for people to grow and get food, especially in the
Doge, the "department of government efficiency, " seems to have vanished without much fanfare. This happened while it still had eight months left on its contract. The group was known for making big changes in federal agencies and letting go of many workers. Scott Kupor, the head of the office of pe
China's treatment of religious groups has sparked international criticism. Recently, a U. S. resolution condemned China's actions, highlighting the arrest of 22 pastors and church members, including Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, the founder of Zion Church. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has not respond
In the world of computer chips, big changes are happening. Intel, a major player in the game, has a new executive on board. This person used to work at TSMC, another big name in the industry. Some people are talking about a possible leak of secret tech info, but Intel's boss says it's not true. The
The recent global climate summit, COP30, ended with a new agreement, but it didn't include a clear plan to cut fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries that wanted stronger action. The summit started with high hopes. Over 80 countries wanted to agree on a strong plan to move away
Switzerland is ready to roll out lower tariffs on its exports to the U. S. The Swiss Economy Minister, Guy Parmelin, shared this in a recent interview. He hopes the U. S. will be ready by early December. The U. S. had previously imposed a high tariff of 39% on Swiss imports. But now, both countries
The CDC has made a surprising move, saying that vaccines might be linked to autism. This change comes despite years of research showing no connection. The update on their website wasn't reviewed properly, and some staff members weren't involved in the decision. This has left many people questioning
The U. S. Department of Education is in the final stages of talks with Harvard University. This comes after a series of probes into the school's adherence to federal guidelines. Some folks see these actions as a form of political targeting. The situation started when the Trump administration took a
The Justice Department recently disclosed an oversight in the case against former FBI Director James Comey. They claimed it was a minor paperwork issue, but Comey's legal team argues it's a reason to drop the charges. Comey is accused of making false statements and obstructing justice during a 2020
