The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out stricter identity checks. This means millions of people will need to visit an SSA field office instead of handling things over the phone. Starting March 31st, verifying your identity over the phone will no longer be an option. If you can't veri
The quest for sustainable energy has led scientists to explore materials that can turn waste heat into electricity. These materials are called thermoelectrics. They are not yet widely used because they are not very efficient. They also rely on rare and costly elements like tellurium. Plus, they str
The Trump administration has taken a bold step by halting $175 million in federal funds to the University of Pennsylvania. This action is a direct response to the university's policies that permit trans women to participate in women's sports. This decision is part of a broader campaign promise mad
In Russia, the fight for LGBTQ+ rights took a violent turn in 2013. Two activists, Dmitry Chizhevsky and Anna Prutskova, were attacked at the St. Petersburg community center LaSky. This event happened during a time when the "gay propaganda" law was making waves. The law stirred up a lot of hate agai
The U. S. government is in a legal battle with one of its own broadcasters. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty is suing the Trump administration. The network is fighting to keep its federal funding. This funding was allocated by Congress. The U. S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is accused of breaking
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and recent graduate, is currently detained in a US facility. He claims he is being targeted for his political beliefs and activism. Khalil is a permanent US resident who was arrested in New York and later transferred to a detention center in Louisiana. He has b
The mental well-being of African migrants in Australia remains a bit of a mystery. Even though this community is growing, it hasn't received much attention from researchers. This is especially true when it comes to their mental health and how they access support services. There are some big questio
A team of researchers in Antarctica is facing a serious issue. One of their members is accused of attacking and harassing colleagues. This is happening at the SANAE IV base, a remote research station in Antarctica. The team is stuck there for over a year, with the next supply ship not due until Dece
On a Tuesday, two powerful leaders, Trump and Putin, had a lengthy chat. The main topic? The ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump had an idea: a temporary halt on attacks targeting energy infrastructure. Putin seemed to back this plan, but there was no solid promise. The White House shared that both
The NFL offseason is always a whirlwind of speculation, and this year, the spotlight is on quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The 41-year-old is taking his time to decide his next move, and this has not gone down well with everyone. Cam Heyward, a seasoned player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has had enough
