POLICIES

Sep 24 2025EDUCATION

Indian Students Seek New Paths as U. S. Tightens Visa Rules

The U. S. has long been a top destination for Indian students, but recent changes in immigration policies are making them think twice. The Trump administration's decision to increase the cost of H-1B visas has left many students and their families feeling uncertain about the future. Paridhi Upadhay

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Sep 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Trump's Climate Change Rollback: A Step Back for the Planet

The Trump administration is taking a hard stance against climate change policies. They recently proposed to cancel a 16-year-old finding that carbon dioxide emissions are harmful to public health. This move could prevent the Environmental Protection Agency from regulating emissions from cars and pow

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Sep 17 2025HEALTH

What Really Happened to the CDC Director?

A recent Senate hearing shed light on the controversial firing of Susan Monarez, the former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The hearing, led by Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy, aimed to uncover the true reasons behind her abrupt dismissal just weeks after her confirmat

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Sep 14 2025POLITICS

Workplace Speech: What You Can and Can't Say

In recent times, the topic of free speech at work has gained attention, especially after the tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Several employees faced termination due to their public comments about this event. This raises questions about the extent of free speech in the workplace.

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Sep 14 2025POLITICS

NATO Tensions Rise as Trump Pushes for Russian Oil Ban

Political pressure is mounting as U. S. President Donald Trump takes a firm stance against Russian oil imports. In a recent move, he urged NATO allies to halt all purchases of Russian oil, aiming to cripple Russia's economy and force an end to the Ukraine war. Trump's call to action comes with a twi

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Sep 05 2025POLITICS

Vaccine Debate: Science or Politics?

A recent hearing brought attention to the ongoing debate about vaccine policies in the U. S. Senator John Barrasso, a doctor from Wyoming, expressed his concerns about the direction of vaccine policy under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Barrasso pointed out that vaccines have saved millions

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Aug 27 2025HEALTH

Summer COVID Surge: What's Happening and How to Stay Safe

COVID-19 might not be as scary as it once was, but it's still around and causing trouble, especially during the summer. This year, a new subvariant named XFG, also called "Stratus, " is making its way through California, causing a rise in cases. Experts say this isn't surprising because COVID tends

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Aug 24 2025POLITICS

Diplomatic Moves and Deadlines: What's Happening with Trump, Ukraine, and Russia?

In the world of international politics, things are moving fast, but not much is changing. US President Donald Trump has been busy with meetings and letters, but the situation with Russia and Ukraine is still tense. Let's break it down. Trump sent a letter to Ukraine, showing support as they celebra

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Aug 20 2025POLITICS

Boston Stands Tall Against Federal Immigration Demands

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu took a firm stance against the federal government's recent push to change the city's immigration policies. She made it clear that Boston will not back down from its current approach. Wu, along with community members and other officials, gathered at City Hall Plaza to respond

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Aug 17 2025CRYPTO

UAE's Crypto Boom: A New Economic Powerhouse?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is making big waves in the crypto world. Experts say it could soon become the country's second-largest industry. Why? Because the UAE has created a welcoming environment for crypto businesses. It has clear rules, a strong community of crypto leaders, and a government t

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