Medicaid payment portals in all 50 U. S. states were unexpectedly down on Tuesday, after the federal government froze grants and loans. This temporary halt raised concerns among lawmakers and health providers. Senator Ron Wyden from Oregon shared on a social media platform that the portals were down
Two major LGBTQ legal groups have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's latest ban on transgender people serving in the military. The suit, filed on behalf of six active-duty trans troops and two aspiring recruits, claims the ban is un-American and weakens our country. The ban, signed as an exec
Did you know that most women feel their sleep affects their mental health? A survey found that 70% of women think their sleep is not good enough, and it makes them feel bad mentally. This is a big deal because sleep is crucial for our well-being. Without enough sleep, we can get depressed or anxious
When Donald Trump signed an executive order aiming to end birthright citizenship, expectant moms like Monica were shocked. Monica, who fled political persecution in Venezuela, found out she was pregnant after years of hoping to start a family. She and her husband had finally found stability in the U
President Trump used a 25% tariff threat to make Colombia compromise, and now he's aiming the same at Canada and Mexico. But, this time, the stakes are much higher. Economists worry that imposing import taxes on Canada and Mexico—which account for nearly 30% of U. S. imports—could undo Trump's promi
In the heart of Rhode Island, something exciting is brewing. Regent, a seaglider manufacturer, is building a new facility in North Kingstown. This isn’t just any facility; it’s where all-electric gliders will be produced. These gliders can hit speeds of 180 miles per hour and travel up to 180 miles
Did you know that the plan to plant an American flag on Mars might lead to a brighter future for us all? President Trump hinted at this when he talked about sending astronauts to the red planet within the next decade. But before that can happen, NASA needs to solve some big problems, like how to kee
Wildfires in California updates The death toll from the recent wildfires in Southern California has risen to 29. Of these, 17 deaths are connected to the Eaton fire in Altadena, and 12 to the Palisades fire. A new lawsuit accuses an electrical spark from a utility transmission tower of starting the
Ever thought about how staying active and chatting with friends could be a winning combo for our grandparents? Researchers set out to check if mixing exercise, lifestyle tips, and social get-togethers could boost grandma and grandpa's walking game. They gathered a bunch of folks living in the commun
President Trump is kicking off his administration with a series of executive orders. One of these orders asks the Pentagon to figure out a new policy for transgender troops in the military. This order doesn't immediately ban transgender people from serving but asks for a review based on military rea
