The U. S. has stopped making pennies, and retailers are feeling the pinch. Gas stations, fast-food chains, and big-box stores are struggling to adjust prices and handle cash transactions. This sudden change has left many businesses frustrated and scrambling for solutions. Retailers are facing a tough choice: round down to avoid customer complaints or risk breaking l...
In the vast, remote expanse of the Big Bend region, a significant shift in border security is underway. The federal government is rolling out its "Smart Wall" initiative, a high-tech approach to border control that blends physical barriers with advanced technology. This plan includes steel barriers, waterborne obstacles, patrol roads, lighting, cameras, and cutting-e...
The U. S. health chief has recently addressed concerns about Tylenol's potential link to autism. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the top health official, stated that current evidence does not definitively prove that Tylenol causes autism. However, he suggested that pregnant women should still be cautious when using the medication. This comes after a recent lawsuit filed by ...
In Chicago, a major immigration enforcement operation led by Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino has sparked heated debates. Bovino, who previously managed similar operations in Los Angeles, has defended the aggressive tactics used by federal agents. He claims that the use of force has been minimal and necessary, despite videos showing agents firing pepper balls and t...
In Argentina, the fight for a better life is being led by an unexpected group: retirees. Every Wednesday, they gather in Buenos Aires to protest, demanding change and support. Among them is Olga Beatriz Gonzalez, an 89-year-old who runs a soup kitchen from her home. She and others like her are struggling to make ends meet, with the pension system stretched thin and l...
The University of Tennessee's beloved song "Rocky Top" has a dark side. Some people think it glorifies violence against federal agents. The song tells a story about strangers who never returned from Rocky Top, likely representing federal officers. With recent attacks on law enforcement, playing this song at games sends the wrong message. The University of Tennessee ...
Maine's current yellow flag law, passed in 2019, allows police to take guns from people who might harm themselves or others. It's not perfect, but it's a start. The law wasn't used much at first, but that's not because it doesn't work. It's because people didn't know about it. The Lewiston shooting happened because people didn't follow the rules, not because the law ...
The recent decision to let go of experienced staff at the U. S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) has sparked concern. This office is crucial for supporting students with disabilities. It includes two key agencies: the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RS...
Senator Rand Paul recently spoke out about a big issue in healthcare. He believes that during the pandemic, the idea of informed consent took a backseat. This is when patients and doctors make medical decisions together, based on what's best for the individual. Paul pointed out that the government and media often overlooked this principle. They pushed for mass vacci...
Bitcoin's journey has been full of ups and downs, but one expert thinks we're missing the bigger picture. Arthur Hayes, a big name in the crypto world, recently shared his thoughts on why focusing on short-term performance is a mistake. He believes the current crypto boom is just getting started. Why? Because governments worldwide are printing money like never befor...