POLICY

Jan 21 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Battle: Tracking Ghana's Illicit Cigarettes

Illegal cigarettes are a big problem in Ghana, stealing a chunk of the market that ranges from 10% to 35%. This isn't just a local issue—it's a cross-border affair. The reasons behind this black market are varied, including porous borders, little political interest, confusing tobacco taxes, industry

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

How Immigration Policies Might Impact Care for Seniors

Imagine you're running a nursing home with a diverse staff from all around the world. Terry Hodge, the administrator at Bethany Health Care Center in Massachusetts, relies heavily on these immigrant workers. They help elderly residents with daily tasks like getting out of bed, bathing, and feeding.

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's First 24 Hours: A Wild Ride

In just one day, President Trump made big waves across the globe. He's got new plans for Russia, the Middle East, and even TikTok. But is everyone on board? Let's break it down. First, Trump talked about Russia and Ukraine. He wants to end the war, but Europe's worried he might favor Russia. He's n

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Border Dreams Dashed: Migrants Face Uncertain Future

Margelis Tinoco found herself in a desperate situation. Her long-awaited appointment to enter the U. S. , scheduled through the CBP One app, was suddenly canceled. She sat with her family at the border between Ciudad Juarez and El Paso, tears streaming down her face as she spoke to her daughter in C

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's Inauguration Parade: A Day of Executive Actions

On Monday, Donald Trump kicked off his second presidential term with a bang. While parading through Washington, D. C. 's Capital One Arena, he signed several executive orders and presidential actions. These moves included withdrawing the U. S. from the Paris climate agreement, reversing Biden's deci

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Mission: Redefine America's Identity

Donald Trump won the election by promising big changes. Voters want to feel strong and prosperous again. But to make this happen, Trump needs to figure out what it means to be American today. This isn't easy, and it won't happen overnight. Take immigration, for example. Are we okay with sending fami

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Immigrants' Stories: Why Silence Isn't Golden

In 2017, actor Bambadjan Bamba spoke up about his life as a DACA recipient, risking his career and family's safety. He wanted people to know that immigrants aren't threats but doctors, nurses, and actors. Now, with Trump's re-election, there's talk of ending birthright citizenship and deporting 30 m

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Day: A Whirlwind of Executive Actions

President-elect Donald Trump is set to hit the ground running on his first day in office, with a flurry of executive actions planned. His team has hinted at over 100 orders and actions, focusing on immigration, energy, and federal operations. A key adviser, Stephen Miller, gave lawmakers a sneak pee

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

What might happen next: Parsing Trump’s second term

Donald Trump’s second term as President, set to begin in 2025, promises to be eventful. With numerous plans and promises, Trump aims to leave a mark on the United States. However, his success depends on various factors. The new administration could face hurdles from within and outside, potentially a

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

Taliban Official Calls for Lifting Education Ban on Afghan Women and Girls

In a surprising turn of events, a high-ranking Taliban official has spoken out against the group’s ban on education for Afghan women and girls. Sher Abbas Stanikzai, the political deputy at the Foreign Ministry, made these remarks at a religious school ceremony in southeastern Khost province. He arg

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