The upcoming U. S. election has stirred up a lot of debate around tech policies. Let's take a look at what presidential hopefuls Trump and Harris have planned for the tech world. The CHIPS Act, an initiative to bring chip production back to the U. S. , is a hot topic. The Harris campaign supports i
Elon Musk, a billionaire turned right-wing propagandist, has become a political juggler, balancing U. S. and international interests. Once a Democrat and LGBTQ ally, Musk now champions far-right causes, making him a complex figure. He deals with powerful leaders like Putin and relies on U. S. subsid
Every four years, the U. S. presidential election stirs up a lot of talk around the world. This time is no different. Let's break down how the election might affect various regions and issues. Israel, for instance, might not see a big change no matter who wins. Israelis seem to like Trump, but the c
Imagine trying to feed your kids healthy meals at school, but every time you add money to their account, you're charged a fee. That's what many low-income families face. But good news! The USDA has decided to ban these fees, starting from the 2027-28 school year. This rule will help families who mak
In a surprising turn, the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso has passed a new law that chisels away at the Soy Moratorium, a deal aimed at curbing Amazon deforestation. This agreement, hatched in 2006 after a Greenpeace investigation linked soy to illegal deforestation, had big companies like Cargill, B
You might think that Americans are deeply concerned about what's happening in Ukraine and China. But the truth is, many people have more pressing issues on their minds. About half of Americans don't want to give more aid to Ukraine, and over half are against spending more on defense. This isn't new.
As Americans eagerly await their election results, the rest of the world is also watching closely. The U. S. might not be the sole superpower it once was, but it's still the most influential nation globally. How the election turns out can shape the world for years to come. Already, the election cyc
Travelers from Australia to the UK will soon face a higher ‘flight tax’ when leaving, especially if they're in business or first class. The UK's Air Passenger Duty (APD), a tax that started small in 1994, has been going up. The latest boost, announced by the new Labour government, hits premium seats
California is a biodiversity hotspot, home to more species than any other U. S. state. That's why the Golden State sent a big delegation to the United Nations biodiversity summit in Colombia. The goal? To protect 30% of the world's land and water by 2030. Even though the U. S. hasn't ratified the bi
Republicans have been talking a lot about changing health care. They say they want to get rid of some rules and spend less money, but also promise that people won't lose their coverage. This can be confusing because it's not clear what they really mean. Take House Speaker Mike Johnson for example. H
