POLICY

Jul 13 2025POLITICS

Time to Fix Our Clocks: Why Standard Time is Better for Us

People have been talking about changing how we handle time for a while. The back-and-forth between Standard Time (ST) and Daylight Saving Time (DST) causes more trouble than it's worth. Health experts and scientists agree that sticking with ST all year would be better for everyone. But politicians a

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Jul 13 2025POLITICS

How Do Countries Handle Drug Policies? A Look at the Global Index

Drug policies around the world are a big deal. They affect people's lives in many ways. The Global Drug Policy Index (GDPI) tries to compare how different countries handle these policies. But is it a good way to measure this? The GDPI looks at many things. It checks how countries treat drug use, sa

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Jul 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

How China's Tech Zones Impact Nearby Cities

China has set up special zones to boost tech growth in cities. These zones, known as national independent innovation demonstration zones (NIIDZs), are designed to foster innovation. A recent study examined data from 274 Chinese cities over 14 years to understand how these zones influence tech develo

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

A Worker's Tragic Fall During Immigration Raid

In California, a farm worker faced a terrible accident during a recent immigration raid. The worker, who was not targeted by the authorities, climbed onto a greenhouse roof and fell about 30 feet. The worker was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The United Farm Workers union initially re

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

Trade Tensions Rise: US Sets New Tariffs on EU and Mexico

The US is planning to hit the European Union and Mexico with a 30% tax on their goods starting August. This news comes from President Trump, who shared the update on his social media platform. He also sent similar messages to other countries, warning them about even bigger taxes if they fight back.

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Clever Move to Protect Babies' Rights

A judge in New Hampshire has found a smart way to stop a controversial executive order. The order, issued by Donald Trump, aims to change birthright citizenship. The judge didn't use the usual method to block the order. Instead, he used a class-action lawsuit. This lawsuit covers babies born in all

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Jul 12 2025CRIME

How Changing a Few Things Can Make a City Safer

Crime is a big problem in many cities. It's not just about policing. Many things can make a place more or less safe. Things like jobs, housing, and even how a city is built can play a big role. A new tool called CounterCrime looks at these things. It helps people see how changes in one area can aff

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

New Rules: Immigrants Without Legal Status Can't Join Head Start

The government has decided to block immigrants without legal status from joining Head Start, a free preschool program. This change is part of a bigger plan to limit access to federal benefits for those who are not citizens. For many years, immigrants without legal status could still join some commu

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

A Judge Nominee's Controversial Past

Emil Bove, a nominee for a federal judge position, is under scrutiny due to whistleblower claims. Erez Reuveni, a former DOJ attorney, has provided documents to Congress that suggest Bove played a significant role in defying a court order. This order was meant to prevent the transfer of over 100 Ven

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Jul 11 2025EDUCATION

Is CASPer the Right Tool for Vet Schools?

Vet schools aim to find students who excel beyond academics. They seek individuals who are compassionate, accountable, and skilled in teamwork. To identify these traits, some institutions have adopted the CASPer test, an online assessment that evaluates how applicants respond to various scenarios. T

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