The National Education Association (NEA), the biggest teachers' union in the U. S. , collects a lot of money from teachers' paychecks. This money is supposed to help teachers and students. But, where does it really go? A big chunk of it goes to politics. The NEA spends nearly $1 billion every elect
The government has decided to look at thousands of research grants again. These grants were put on hold because they included diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is good news, but it's not time to celebrate yet. The grants in question come from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Nat
A significant shift is happening in North Texas' education landscape. Over 250 private schools in the area have enrolled in a new state program. This program allows them to receive public funds. The program is similar to school vouchers. It was approved by Governor Greg Abbott last year. Starting in
Texas is about to start a big new school voucher program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). This $1. 1 billion initiative, supported by Governor Greg Abbott, will start taking applications on February 4. Families have until March 17 to apply, but there's a cap of 90, 000 students fo
A new high school focused on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is in the works, with a hefty price tag of $35 million. This isn't just any school; it's a place where students will dive deep into subjects that shape our future. The idea is to create a space where young minds can expl
Alaska is getting a lot of attention right now. The state is set to receive a huge chunk of federal money for rural health. We're talking about $272 million just for the first year. That's a lot of cash, and it's attracting companies from all over the country. These companies are showing up in Anch
Germany is rolling out a major plan to get more people driving electric cars. The government is putting up €3 billion to help buyers. That's a lot of money! It's enough to support about 800, 000 cars. The subsidies will last until 2029. The amount of money you get depends on the car and your family
The United States has just rolled out new sanctions. This time, they're aiming at groups and people who help the Houthis in Yemen. The Houthis are a group backed by Iran. The sanctions target 21 individuals, companies, and even a ship. These targets are spread across Yemen, Oman, and the United Arab
Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County Executive, is in for a tough fight against Governor Kathy Hochul. Hochul has a massive financial advantage, with a staggering $32 million in her campaign war chest. This money comes from powerful unions, wealthy corporations, and millionaire donors. Blakeman, on th
The cost of buying a home has gone up a lot. The money needed for a down payment has almost doubled. A top economic advisor, Kevin Hassett, shared a new idea. He said people might be able to use their 401(k) savings for a down payment. This idea is part of a bigger plan to make housing more affordab
