America's health story is a mix of good news and tough challenges. In 2024, the average American's life expectancy hit a record high of 79 years. This is a big deal because it's a 0. 6-year jump from the previous year. The main reason? A drop in drug overdose deaths. This is a win for public health
America is facing a tough time with racism. It's not like the old days, but it's still a big issue. Some people think it's getting worse, like it was in South Africa during apartheid. That was a dark time when people were treated unfairly because of their skin color. In the U. S. , racism isn't as
Trump's Board of Peace, first mentioned in September during a Gaza ceasefire, has taken a strange turn. Initially, it was supposed to focus on Gaza's peace and reconstruction. But now, the plan is much bigger. The board's goal is to promote stability and peace anywhere in the world. Members can join
American Airlines has just shared its 2025 financial results, and it's not a pretty picture. The company made only $111 million in profit, which is a huge drop of 87% compared to the previous year. To put it into perspective, Delta and United, the other two major U. S. airlines, made $5 billion and
America is about to hit a big milestone: 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed. This is a time to look back at how far the country has come and what challenges it has faced. But it's also a time to think about whether the U. S. is still living up to its democratic values. Midte
Trump is suing JPMorgan for a huge amount of money. He says the bank closed his accounts because of politics. The bank says it's not true. Who's right? Trump claims JPMorgan closed his accounts because of his political views. He says this is unfair and against the law. He also says the bank spread
Trump has decided to skip the upcoming Super Bowl, and he's got some strong opinions about the halftime performers. In a chat with the New York Post, he made it clear that he's not a fan of either Bad Bunny or Green Day. He thinks their performance is a bad choice, saying it will only spread negativ
American Idol is shaking things up for its upcoming season. The show is trying new ways to get fans involved, like voting through social media. This is a big deal because it's the first time a major show has tried this. The goal is to make voting easier and reach younger audiences. The show is also
America's farmlands are facing a serious issue. Sewage sludge, often called "biosolids, " is being spread on fields as fertilizer. This sludge contains harmful chemicals and waste from homes and industries. The EPA allows this practice through a rule called the 503 rule. This rule does not make the
America's factory farms, or CAFOs, produce a staggering amount of waste. This waste often ends up in our rivers and lakes, making them unsafe for swimming or fishing. The problem is that these farms are not held to the same environmental standards as other industries. Unlike factories, they don't ha
