The Republican Party is pushing forward with a plan to reduce Medicaid spending by hundreds of billions of dollars. This move comes despite internal disagreements and a promise from former President Trump not to cut the program. The House Republicans are determined to advance key parts of their bill
A grand gesture or a legal headache? That's the question surrounding a potential $400 million plane gift from Qatar to the U. S. administration. The Boeing 747, currently fitted with luxurious amenities, has sparked debate and criticism. The plane, inspected by the former president in Florida, is se
A major trial kicked off in a federal court in Lower Manhattan. The star of the show? Sean Combs, a well-known figure in the music industry. The accusations? Leading a criminal group that allowed him to mistreat women and hide it. Prosecutors went into explicit detail about the charges. They c
The U. S. has a new plan for Syria. President Donald Trump has declared that the U. S. will lift all sanctions on the country. This announcement came during his visit to the Middle East, specifically at the Saudi-U. S. Investment Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Trump's decision is part of a broader s
In April 2025, inflation in the U. S. took a small step back. The consumer price index, which tracks the cost of everyday items, went up by 0. 2%. This small increase put the yearly inflation rate at 2. 3%. This is the lowest it has been since February 2021. The Bureau of Labor Statistics shared
Trey Hendrickson, a defensive end for the Bengals, made a splashy entrance at the team's offseason program. He did not come to work out. Instead, he chose to wear golf attire and picked a day when the media would be around. Hendrickson had a lot to say to the reporters. He was not happy with the tea
Allergies are on the rise, and it's not just because more people are aware of them. Climate change has extended the pollen season in North America by about 20 days since 1990. In some regions, pollen is now a year-round issue. This is a big deal for the roughly 26% of adults and 19% of children in t
The Trump administration has decided to cut another $450 million in federal grants to Harvard University. This move is on top of the $2. 2 billion already cut. The administration has been putting pressure on the university over various issues. This includes diversity initiatives, financial controls,
In April, the U. S. saw a slight dip in inflation rates. This is a brief calm before the storm. Why? Because trade tensions are about to heat up. The government and the Federal Reserve have been working hard to keep inflation at a steady 2 percent since the pandemic. They finally saw some relief in
Newark Liberty Airport, a key hub for New York City, has been facing serious issues with its air traffic control system. The airport was operating with a mere three controllers on duty instead of the required 14, leading to significant delays for incoming flights. This shortfall is part of a broader
