Special education is under threat. The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) might be gutted. This could hurt many kids. Over 760, 000 students in Wisconsin rely on these services. More than 120, 000 of them have disabilities like dyslexia, Down syndrome, and autism. Special education is not
Britain is shaking things up with its biggest asylum policy changes in recent times. The government is taking a page from Denmark's book, a country known for its strict immigration rules. The new plan includes cutting support for some asylum seekers, like housing and weekly money, if they can work b
President Trump has been on a shopping spree, snapping up bonds worth at least $82 million from late August to early October. This news comes from financial disclosures made public recently. The purchases are a mix of corporate and municipal bonds, with a significant chunk tied to public agencies li
In a surprising move, President Donald Trump has decided to lower taxes on a bunch of foods like coffee, beef, and bananas. This change comes after he kept saying these taxes weren't making food more expensive for people. Now, it looks like he's changing his mind because people are not happy about p
China's finance minister recently shared some big plans for the country's economy. Over the next five years, China aims to strengthen its fiscal policy. This means they will use different tools like taxes, government bonds, and subsidies to support economic growth. The minister mentioned that the g
The idea of portable mortgages is making waves in the housing market. This concept would let homeowners move their current mortgage to a new home, keeping their old interest rate and terms. It sounds like a dream for those stuck with low rates, but is it really the solution to the housing market's p
In a move that has stirred controversy, a federal judge in Chicago has ordered the release of around 600 migrants detained during a recent ICE operation. The judge, Jeffrey Cummings, decided that these individuals could be freed on a bond of $1, 500, provided they have no criminal history or previou
Taiwan is looking at different ways to protect its interests in the global market. One of these ways is by controlling the export of computer chips. This is not a new idea, but it shows that Taiwan is serious about using all possible tools to defend itself. The Foreign Minister, Lin Chia-lung, talk
A senior Chinese diplomat's recent threatening remarks have sparked global outrage. The diplomat, Xue, suggested that Japan's leader could face severe consequences for supporting Taiwan. This outburst was quickly removed, but the damage was done. It's not the first time China has shown its aggressiv
Let's talk about how Trump's recent tariff changes might affect your grocery bill. First, let's understand what's happening. Trump has decided to cut tariffs on some important food items. This includes things like coffee, cocoa, bananas, and certain types of beef. He's also taken some fruits off th
