The Department of Education made a surprising announcement. All offices in Washington D. C. and other regions will be shut down. The reason given was security concerns. Employees were told to leave by 6 PM on Tuesday and not return until Thursday. The only exception was for those who had permiss
The market is in a rough patch, but there are stocks that can help you weather the storm. Two companies stand out as potential havens in this uncertain time. First up, let's talk about Waste Management. This company is known for handling trash and recycling. It's a steady performer, with a low b
Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) face a constant battle against contaminants of emerging concern (CECs). These are chemicals that we use every day in things like medicine, cosmetics, and household products. They end up in our wastewater. They can be tricky to spot, especially the highly polar a
The Department of Education has decided to close all its offices for a couple of days. This sudden move, which started on Tuesday evening, has left employees puzzled. The reason given? "Security reasons, " but no one knows for sure what that means. The closure affects both the main office i
The Department of Education, a federal agency with a history dating back to the 1800s, has been a hot topic lately. Some people, including President Trump, want to shut it down. This idea isn't new. In fact, it has been discussed by many politicians over the years. However, the current administratio
The Department of Education has recently put 60 universities on notice. These schools are now under investigation for potential anti-Semitic discrimination and harassment on their campuses. The Office for Civil Rights sent out letters to these universities, warning them that they could face serious
Dave Portnoy, the brain behind Barstool Sports, shared an intriguing story. A few months ago, he got a call from someone in the Trump administration. They asked if he'd be interested in working for the Department of Commerce. The Department of Commerce is like the voice of business in the government
Measles cases are surging in the US, with over 222 cases reported in just a few months of 2025. This is a stark reminder of how quickly this highly contagious disease can spread. Two lives have been lost in Texas and New Mexico, including a school-aged child who was not vaccinated. The debate aroun
Senator Bernie Sanders has raised concerns about the future of Social Security. He believes that the current administration, under President Donald Trump, might try to privatize Social Security and reduce benefits for many Americans who rely on it. The future of programs like Social Securit
The Education Department's Office for Civil Rights, traditionally focused on ensuring disability services in schools, has shifted gears under President Donald Trump. The office has paused thousands of ongoing cases to prioritize investigations aligned with the president’s political agenda. This shif
