The government shutdown might be ending, but a big question mark hangs over health care subsidies. The deal to reopen the government doesn't include a plan for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits that help millions afford health insurance. These credits are set to expire at the end of the year, and there's no guarantee they'll be extended. The deal only promis...
Senator Bernie Sanders was not happy. He thought the deal to end the government shutdown was a "disaster. " He believed Democrats did not get much in return. The deal would keep the government running until late January. It would also stop federal layoffs and fund some parts of the government until September 2026. In exchange, Republicans promised a vote on extendin...
The government shutdown has caused chaos in the skies, with flights being cut by 10% at 40 major airports. This has left many people, including celebrities, stranded and frustrated. The issue stems from air traffic controllers, who are not being paid during the shutdown, deciding to stay home. As a result, airlines have had to cancel over 4, 400 flights and delay ano...
Crypto prices took a wild ride, but managed to stay afloat. Bitcoin dipped but bounced back, while Ether and Solana saw small changes. XRP surged by 9%, fueled by hopes of a spot ETF approval. Meanwhile, Zcash and Monero cooled off after recent big gains. Crypto-related stocks also rebounded, with Coinbase, Robinhood, eToro, and Gemini seeing gains. Traditional mark...
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump is taking a different approach to environmental protection. Instead of focusing on regulations, they are encouraging innovation. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin shared his thoughts on this new direction during an event with Breitbart News. Zeldin has seen firsthand how high the standards for environ...
A legal battle is heating up in West Virginia. A local group is suing the state's governor. They say he broke the rules by sending National Guard troops to Washington, D. C. The governor's office disagrees. They believe federal law backs up their decision. This isn't the first time this issue has been in court. Over the past few weeks, there have been multiple heari...
Brazil's recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's favelas left many dead, raising questions about the country's approach to crime and politics. Over 2, 500 officers, backed by drones and armored vehicles, stormed the areas, resulting in dozens of deaths. Governor Cláudio Castro called it a success, but for the families of the victims, it was a tragic loss. This e...
A deal to end the record-long government shutdown has been struck, but it's not all smooth sailing for Democrats. Eight Senate Democrats joined forces with Republicans to push forward a plan to reopen the government. This agreement still needs final approval from the Senate, a nod from the House, and President Trump's signature to become law. The deal includes fundi...
Ecuador has taken a significant step to tackle prison violence by moving 300 high-risk inmates to a new maximum-security prison. This move comes after a deadly riot that left 31 prisoners dead in a southern prison. The new prison, located on the coast in Santa Elena province, is part of President Daniel Noboa's strategy to disrupt criminal gangs operating within Ecu...
The Supreme Court is looking closely at President Trump's tariffs. Experts say this is not just about trade. It's about who has the power to decide how money is collected. Marc Busch, a professor at Georgetown University, talked about this on a podcast. He said the tariffs are really just taxes. And they hurt American businesses more than anyone else. Trump has not...