POLICIES

Apr 18 2025POLITICS

A Scientist's Journey from the Lab to Detention

A young scientist, Kseniia Petrova, found herself in a surprising situation. She was not in her lab at Harvard Medical School. She was not even in the United States. She was in detention, far from her work on cell rejuvenation. She was 30 years old, soft-spoken, and had a habit of laughing nervously

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Apr 18 2025BUSINESS

Stock Market Rollercoaster: Trump's Words and Trade Deals

The stock market had a wild ride on Thursday. It all started with a tweet from President Trump. He was upset with the Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell. Trump thought Powell was moving too slowly on interest rates. This news shook the market in the morning. But things changed in the afternoon. Tr

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Apr 17 2025FINANCE

The Global Impact of U. S. Trade Policies

The world economy is facing a tough time. It is expected to grow at a slower pace this year. Inflation is also expected to be higher than what was predicted earlier. These predictions come from the International Monetary Fund. They show how the U. S. trade war is affecting the global economy. T

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Apr 17 2025FINANCE

Trade Turmoil: Europe's Economic Wobbles

The European Central Bank made a move on Thursday. They decided to lower interest rates. This was not a surprise. The economy has been shaky. There are many reasons for this. One big reason is the trade mess caused by the United States. The United States has been playing with tariffs. They have mad

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Apr 17 2025BUSINESS

How Do Hiring Rules Affect Ex-Cons?

In the United States, many places have rules called Ban-the-Box. These rules aim to help people with criminal pasts find jobs. The main idea is that employers can't ask about criminal history until they make a job offer. There's also a rule that says employers can't take back a job offer because of

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Apr 16 2025HEALTH

College Drinking: How Rules and Culture Shape Student Behavior

Drinking habits among college students have changed over the past 20 years. Binge drinking has gone down, but it is still a big problem. Why do some students drink too much? What role do state laws and campus culture play? These are important questions. Let's dive in. First, it's crucial to un

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Apr 16 2025SPORTS

The Battle Over Fair Play in Maine's Sports

The Justice Department has taken a significant step by filing a lawsuit against Maine. The reason? They believe the state is not doing enough to protect women in sports. This is not just about sports. It is about the safety and fairness for young women. The conflict started when President Trump sign

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Apr 16 2025POLITICS

Senator's Tough Talk in Iowa: Locals Demand Action

In a small town in southeast Iowa, a packed room of locals gathered to confront Senator Chuck Grassley. They wanted to know why he wasn't pushing back against President Trump's actions. The room was filled to the brim, with many people standing, eager to voice their concerns. Grassley, known for hi

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

The Man Stuck in the Wrong Place

A man named Kilmar Abrego Garcia is in big trouble. He was sent to El Salvador by mistake. This happened even though a court said he should not be sent there. Now, he is stuck in a tough prison in El Salvador. This prison is known for holding many gang members. The U. S. government is paying El Salv

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

El Salvador's Stand: A Man Wrongly Deported

A man from El Salvador was wrongly sent back to his home country by the US. He was sent to a prison known for its harsh conditions. This happened because of a mistake made by US officials. The man, Kilmar Ábrego García, has been living in Maryland with his family. He was granted protection from depo

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