America's financial literacy is lacking, and the system isn't helping. Many people struggle with retirement planning, home buying, and other big money decisions. The shift from pensions to 401(k) plans has made things more complicated. Harvard's John Campbell and Imperial College London's Tarun Rama
In Minneapolis, local leaders are making it clear: they've got the backs of their Somali neighbors. Mayor Jacob Frey says he hasn't heard about any upcoming immigration raids targeting the Somali community, but either way, his city will stand with them. He's made it clear that local police won't be
In the heart of rural America, nurse practitioners often stand as the sole healthcare providers, bridging critical gaps in medical care. Their expertise, honed through rigorous education and experience, is vital in underserved communities. Yet, a recent proposal by the Department of Education threat
The United Kingdom is stepping up its fight against sugar. They are adding more drinks to their sugar tax. This tax now includes sweetened milk drinks, like flavored milks and milkshakes. It also covers milk alternatives with added sugar, yogurt drinks, and some coffee drinks. Companies have until J
The UK is making big changes to its justice system. The government is reducing the number of jury trials. Now, only serious crimes like murder, manslaughter, and rape will have juries. Other cases, like those with shorter prison sentences, will be decided by a judge alone. This change is part of a
In a surprising move, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has proposed a broad travel ban on several countries. She claims these nations are sending too many people with criminal records to the US. Noem shared this idea on social media after a meeting with President Donald Trump. Both Trump and
In a move that could reshape the financial future of millions of American kids, Michael and Susan Dell have made a massive donation. They're giving $6. 25 billion to help set up investment accounts for children under 10. This isn't just any donation—it's one of the largest private commitments ever m
America has a big problem: it needs to build more stuff. Not just any stuff, but important things like energy solutions, better transport, and more homes. This isn't a new issue, but it's getting urgent. A recent project is looking into how to fix this. The project is all about finding ways to make
A recent trade agreement between the U. S. and the U. K. has sparked discussions about job creation and pharmaceutical trade. The deal, which eliminates tariffs on U. K. medicines exported to the U. S. for three years, comes with a catch. In exchange, U. K. drug companies must invest more in the U.
In late 2025, the Department of Education underwent significant changes. The Education Secretary, Linda McMahon, initiated several interagency agreements to shift key programs to other federal agencies. This move is part of President Trump's push to dismantle the Department of Education, a goal he h
