REFORM

Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Cypress Talks Big Changes to Election Money Rules

Cypress is looking at some big changes to how money flows in local elections. The city council recently talked about lowering the maximum donation a candidate can get, from $5, 900 to $500. This idea came from Mayor David Burke, who thinks too much special interest money is influencing elections and

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Nov 13 2025CRIME

Unmasking Fake Firms: How They Trick the System and What We Can Do

Fake companies, also known as shell companies, are often used to hide illegal activities. These companies don't do real business. Instead, they are set up to trick the system. They can be used to steal money, avoid taxes, or launder money. In some cases, they are used to win government contracts unf

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

France's Pension Pause: A Political Balancing Act

In France, lawmakers are gearing up to vote on a significant shift in pension policy. The government is looking to put a hold on a controversial plan to raise the retirement age. This move comes as the country grapples with a shaky political landscape and a growing budget deficit. The current prime

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Nov 12 2025HEALTH

New Leader Takes Charge at FDA's Drug Division

The FDA has picked Dr. Richard Pazdur to head up its drug division. He's been with the agency for 26 years and is well-respected. This move comes after a rough patch for the FDA, with lots of staff leaving and morale taking a hit. Dr. Pazdur is known for approving many new cancer drugs. These drugs

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

A Principal Steps Down: Community's Push for Change

A high school principal has decided to move on after a group of parents, teachers, and alumni voiced their concerns and called for his removal. The principal, Troy Tyson, was at the center of a storm of allegations. These included not supporting female athletes enough, not engaging with parents, and

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

Universities Play Hide and Seek with DEI

Universities are getting creative to keep their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs running despite federal pushback. Some schools are openly defiant, while others are sneaky, renaming their DEI offices to avoid scrutiny. A few are genuinely trying to comply with new rules. One activist

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

Student Loans: Big Changes Ahead

The Education Department has taken a big step forward in changing student loans. They finished a key meeting last week to figure out how to put new rules into action. These rules come from a law called the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act, which President Trump signed last year. The changes will affect h

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Nov 10 2025BUSINESS

Dallas Businesses Face Big Changes in 2025

In 2025, businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth are dealing with major shifts in trade and taxes. The U. S. has introduced higher tariffs and new tax laws, which are affecting how companies operate. These changes are forcing businesses to rethink their strategies, from where they get their supplies to how

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Trump's Bold Ideas for Health Care and Tariffs

In a series of posts on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump suggested some big ideas. He proposed sending cash directly to Americans to cover health care costs. He also talked about giving out $2, 000 dividends from tariff money. But officials later said these were just ideas, not official p

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Trump's Bold Ideas: Cash for Healthcare and Tariff Dividends

President Donald Trump recently shared some big ideas on social media. He suggested giving Americans money directly to pay for healthcare and sending out $2, 000 checks from tariff money. But officials later said these were just ideas, not official plans. Trump posted on Truth Social that instead o

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