The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has had a rocky year. In early 2025, things took a dramatic turn. Employees were told to stop working. Offices were closed, but staff weren't on leave. They were just at home, staring at their screens, unable to do their jobs. This was part of a bigge
In the Swiss Alps, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, California's Governor Gavin Newsom shared his thoughts on President Donald Trump's potential actions regarding Greenland. He hinted that Trump might soften his stance due to recent market fluctuations. Newsom speculated that Trump's speech in
Kyle Gass, one half of the comedy rock duo Tenacious D, found himself in hot water after a joke about Donald Trump's assassination attempt during a Sydney show. The incident sparked a media frenzy, leading to canceled tour dates and strained relationships. Gass admits his joke was a terrible mistake
Trump's second term has seen a strong push against higher education. The Justice Department, under Trump's guidance, started looking into many universities. This was unusual because they didn't gather facts first. Some saw this as a political move. Many lawyers quit because they didn't agree with t
Texas, known for its robust job market, is experiencing a slowdown. In 2025, the state's job growth is expected to be nearly flat, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. This is a significant change from Texas' usual strong job growth. The Dallas Fed's forecast uses several models to pred
Micron's massive $100 billion chip factory in New York is making waves, but not everyone is cheering. A group of local advocates, unions, and environmentalists are stepping up, asking Micron to make some serious promises—ones that are legally binding. This project is huge. It's set to be the bigges
Syria's government has taken control of large areas in the north and east of the country. These areas were once held by Kurdish forces. This change happened quickly. It brings almost all of Syria back under the control of the central government in Damascus. The Syrian government and the Kurdish-led
Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert have shared their emotional journey of becoming parents. Their story begins with a health scare that put Erbert's life at risk. She had surgery to replace a large part of her skull. This was a big deal, but she made it through. After that, they wanted to start a family.
At Davos, U. S. President Donald Trump made some bold statements about Greenland. He made it clear that he won't use force to take control of the territory. But he also said no other country should try to claim it either. This news had people talking, and not everyone was on the same page. Some fol
A concerning situation has unfolded in Virginia, where three young girls have gone missing from a behavioral health facility. The incident, which occurred on a recent Sunday morning, has sparked a search effort involving local authorities and concerned family members. The girls, identified as Forev
