In a move that has sparked outrage and concern, the U. S. government shutdown led to the layoff of over 120 employees in the special education division of the Department of Education. This decision, aimed at pressuring Democrats to end the budget crisis, has hit close to home for New Hampshire Sen.
People are planning to gather in Washington D. C. and across the U. S. for "No Kings" rallies to voice their concerns about the direction of the country under President Donald Trump. This is the third major protest since Trump's return to the White House, and it's expected to be the biggest yet. The
A well-known doctor and health policy expert has raised concerns about the current government's approach to healthcare and immigration. The discussion comes as a government shutdown drags on, with both sides stuck in a stalemate over spending and healthcare policies. The doctor, who teaches the his
Idaho is facing a serious issue with health insurance costs. Many people will soon see their premiums go up a lot. Some say this is because the government is giving too much help to people who don't need it. But that's not the whole story. The truth is, the changes will hit lower-income families th
A federal judge has stepped in to stop a wave of layoffs planned by the Trump administration. Judge Susan Illston ruled that the administration's move to send out reduction-in-force (RIF) notices to about 4, 000 federal employees was both illegal and exceeded their authority. This decision came just
The political standoff in Washington is heating up, with Republicans and the Trump administration preparing for a prolonged government shutdown. They're taking steps to shield themselves from political fallout and put pressure on Democrats. The White House is moving funds around to ensure military p
AI projects often fall short, but it's not because the tech is flawed. The real issue is the data. Many companies pour money into AI tools and cloud services, but they overlook the quality of their data. This leads to models that are unreliable or just plain wrong. Think about it: if you're trainin
Mississippi has been enjoying calm weather lately, but that's about to change. A cold front is heading towards the state, bringing with it the possibility of severe storms. This front is expected to arrive on Saturday afternoon and stick around into the night. The main concerns with this storm syst
This past week, the U. S. saw a mix of international peace efforts and domestic political chaos. President Trump announced a ceasefire in Gaza, which many hope will lead to lasting peace. However, back home, the political scene was far from peaceful. The government shutdown continued, causing confus
The government shutdown is now in its tenth day, and one of the main issues causing the delay is healthcare subsidies. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), help people pay for their health insurance. They were expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic to help more people afford insura
