You might think that voting for a winning party makes people happier with democracy than voting for a losing one. This idea is known as the "winner-loser gap. " But is it really true? To find out, researchers looked at data from surveys in three countries – the Netherlands, Norway, and Iceland – jus
Canada is in a serious political shake-up after its Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, resigned from her role. This comes at a crucial time for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who's facing one of the toughest tests of his political career. Freeland, who also served as deputy prime minister, stepped
In the halls of the Capitol, Republican leaders have managed to hammer out a deal on government funding. However, Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to negotiate with Democrats late in the year has left some conservatives feeling uneasy. The deal, which is set to be unveiled soon, includes a significan
Recently, Larry Kudlow, a Fox Business host, left viewers amused and a bit embarrassed when he did the famous ‘Trump Dance’ live on air. Kudlow was talking about President-elect Donald Trump’s plans and his appointments of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to a government efficiency commission. He joked
In 2021, the U. S. government headed by President Biden decided to tackle a significant challenge: racism and its impact on HIV. The healthcare department, known as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), started throwing major funds at programs designed to help. Millions of dollars were
Even after the pandemic's immediate threats have faded, the anger and distrust left by COVID-19 rules are still being felt. Donald Trump's new administration is filled with people who were against these safety measures, even though some were put in place during his first term. These critics, from va
Ever wondered why some medicines for rare diseases are finally becoming more accessible? Let's break down the factors that are making this happen. First off, the internet and tech advancements have made it easier to find and connect with folks who have rare diseases. Laws in many countries are also
In Ukraine, certain signs point to the presence of non-market labor practices. Some people pay illegal taxes even while working legally, treating these as job security measures. The government has also increased its pressure on labor market regulators. Experts suggest that Ukraine should lean more t
The Miami Dolphins faced a tough loss against the Houston Texans, with the final score being 20-12. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's performance was critical in this defeat. He threw four turnovers, which the Texans converted into 10 points. Miami's special teams also faced a challenge, letting Houston
President Biden's Education Department spent over a billion dollars in the past four years on grants for schools to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These funds were used for hiring, programs, and training, all aimed at advancing a divisive ideology. A new report shows that $489 milli
