POLICIES

Dec 28 2025EDUCATION

Utah's Education: A Year of Change and Challenges

In 2025, Utah's education system faced significant shifts and controversies. The year began with a major overhaul of higher education funding through House Bill 265. This bill forced Utah's public colleges and universities to reallocate millions of dollars to programs deemed most valuable. While sup

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

MAGA Supporters: Less Defensive, More Open About Their Views

Jordan Klepper, a comedian known for his interactions with President Donald Trump's supporters, has observed a notable shift in their behavior since Trump's first term. He mentioned that the MAGA base has become less defensive about their views, especially after Trump's inauguration in his second te

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

Why Big Companies Are Bringing Employees Back to the Office in 2026

In 2026, many large companies are tightening their in-office rules. They are reducing work-from-home options that became popular during the Covid pandemic. A recent survey found that nearly half of all companies will require employees to be in the office at least four days a week. About 28 percent a

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Crypto's Rollercoaster Ride: Fed's Moves and Market Moods in Early 2026

In late 2025, the Federal Reserve made three interest rate cuts, hoping to cool inflation and boost jobs. But crypto markets didn't cheer. Instead, Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), and other cryptocurrencies dropped, losing over $1. 45 trillion in value from their October highs. This unexpected reaction

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Why Climate Change Beliefs Persist Despite Facts

The recent UN climate summit in Brazil sparked discussions about the shifting attitudes towards climate change. Some argue that the intense focus on climate alarmism is fading. For instance, Europe's green energy policies have cut emissions but have also hurt the economy. Meanwhile, figures like Don

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Dec 25 2025EDUCATION

The Changing Face of Academia: A Closer Look at Hiring Practices

In recent years, academia has seen a significant shift in hiring practices. This change has sparked debates about fairness and merit. Many white male scientists feel left behind. They see others with less experience getting jobs they once dreamed of. The job market in academia is tough. It's always

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Dec 25 2025OPINION

Standing with Immigrants: A Call for Compassion

In Southern California, immigrants face a harsh reality. They are not criminals, but hardworking individuals striving for a better life. The current immigration policies have caused immense fear and suffering. Families are being torn apart, and people are being taken from schools and even naturaliza

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Dec 25 2025POLITICS

Trump's Year of Loud Promises, Quiet Failures

In 2025, President Donald Trump's supporters are starting to feel let down. They expected big changes, but what they got was a lot of noise and very little action. Trump made big promises. He said he would fix the economy, stop outsourcing, and deport lots of people. But none of that really happene

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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

Billionaire Giving: Zuckerberg Shifts Focus, Scott Stands Firm

Billionaires are changing how they give money to causes. Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have stopped funding FWD, a group that pushes for immigration and criminal justice reform. They supported this group for ten years. Now, they want to focus on AI and science instead. Zuckerberg's mo

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Wall Street's Wild Ride in 2025: Tariffs, Tech, and Triumphs

In 2025, the U. S. stock market had a rollercoaster year. It faced many challenges, but in the end, it ended up being a great year for investors who stayed patient. The S&P 500 index funds, which are a big part of many people's retirement savings, saw returns of over 18% by December 11. This was th

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