House Republicans are at a crossroads with their health care plans. Some moderates, like Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, are open to supporting the GOP's health care bill, but they have concerns. Fitzpatrick said he hasn't found anything objectionable yet, but he won't vote against it just to protest. Other
Patrick Roach, a Kansas resident, found himself in a legal tussle with Verizon after purchasing a discounted iPhone from Straight Talk, a Verizon brand. Roach intended to use the phone on a different carrier's plan, US Mobile, after activating it on Verizon's network for a month. Federal rules and V
Canada is finally moving towards a more secure banking system. The government has announced a new framework for open banking, set to launch in 2026. This system will replace the risky practice of sharing online banking passwords with third-party apps. Instead, users will be able to securely share th
A recent Oval Office exchange turned into a spectacle, overshadowing a serious issue: healthcare costs. Instead of addressing the looming expiration of Affordable Care Act subsidies, President Trump snapped at a reporter, dismissing concerns about rising insurance premiums. Trump's response was not
Chile just made a huge political move. They chose José Antonio Kast as their new president. He's known for his strong stance on security and immigration. Kast won big, getting 58% of the votes. His main focus? Making the country safer by dealing with crime and controlling who comes in. Kast isn't n
In a recent turn of events, French senators have given the green light to the 2026 budget bill. This move sets the stage for some serious talks between the Senate and the lower house of parliament later this week. The Senate, which leans conservative, voted in favor of the bill with a count of 187
Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.
In a surprising move, the president recently highlighted a new project that has caught the attention of many. During a holiday gathering at the White House, Donald Trump singled out Vince Haley, his domestic policy chief, for praise. Trump described Haley as exceptional in policy matters and hinted
China is the world's top carbon polluter. It's also making big moves to cut down on emissions. The country has set a goal to become carbon neutral. This means it wants to balance out the carbon it emits with the carbon it removes from the atmosphere. A recent study took a close look at China's plan
Young men are increasingly drawn to sports betting, thanks to the rise of mobile betting apps and the lack of targeted resources to help them. This trend is concerning, as many see betting as a fun way to pass the time or even a smart investment, not realizing the potential risks until it's too late
