GOVERNMENT

Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Clowns Voice Out as Schools Shift to More “Serious” Schedules

In the heart of La Paz, a parade of bright‑eyed clowns unfolded, each with paint‑stained faces and unmistakable red noses. They marched toward the Ministry of Education, not to entertain children this time but to raise their voices against a new rule that threatens their jobs. The decree, announc

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Mar 30 2026EDUCATION

The College Debate: Who’s Really in Charge?

Higher education has lately felt like a battleground where ideas clash as fiercely as politics. The University of New England has organized a talk to ask whether universities should stay neutral, or if the government must step in to keep balance. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to l

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

Louisiana’s Coastal Science: A Tale of Money, Data and Politics

The state has poured more than $21 billion into a plan that aims to protect its shoreline. That money has funded research and engineering work that ranks among the world’s best in understanding how to save coastlines from erosion, sea‑level rise and industrial damage. Yet the people who should us

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Mar 28 2026POLITICS

Government Workers Demand Permanent Pay During Shutdowns

When a government budget standoff occurs, the people who keep flights running and passengers safe often go unpaid. This has happened many times in recent years, leaving air‑traffic controllers and TSA agents stuck with unpaid hours. Politicians have drafted bills that would protect these workers’ sa

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Mar 28 2026FINANCE

India Plans Big Bond Sale in First Half of Fiscal Year

India’s central government will raise 8. 20 trillion rupees, about half of its yearly borrowing target, by issuing bonds between April and September. This move follows a shift away from ultra‑long bonds—those lasting 30 to 50 years—which saw their share cut from 35 % to 24. 9 % last year for the fir

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Mar 27 2026CRIME

Online Scams Linked to $20 Billion Black Market Face Global Pushback

A shadowy online marketplace handling cryptocurrency just got hit with sanctions that could freeze its operations. The UK government named Xinbi Guarantee, a platform that lets users trade in stolen data, money-laundering tools, and even tech used for running scams. This isn’t just a small operation

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Town Budget Talk: Residents Voice Up on Spending and Taxes

The Ridgefield Board of Finance gathered at East Ridge Middle School on March 23 to hear what the community has to say about next year’s budget. The meeting was a key step before the board finalizes its plan and sends it to voters for a May 12 vote. The board will review the town’s finances and t

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Delta Says Congress Must Pay for the Shutdown

Delta Air Lines has decided to stop its special congressional desk service until the federal shutdown ends. The service had let lawmakers and staff book flights at lower prices, secure same‑day tickets for votes, and change itineraries quickly. Delta said the priority now is safety and customer care

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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

Microsoft Moves Former DOJ Officials Into Key Roles

In 2020, a cloud service called GCC High was introduced into the Department of Justice after a review by external auditors and an internal audit. The product, owned by Microsoft, soon became part of the federal government’s cloud marketplace, giving the company a prominent spot and free publicity. H

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

TSA workers struggle through pay delays as airports step in to help

The latest funding delay for the Department of Homeland Security has left TSA workers in a tough spot. Many of these screeners are still recovering from the 43-day government shutdown last year, where some went without pay for over a month. Now, five weeks into another funding freeze, they face miss

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