'60 Minutes' recently decided to postpone a segment about a controversial prison in El Salvador, where deportees from the U. S. are sent. This prison, known as CECOT, is a maximum-security facility that has been criticized for its harsh conditions. The show's producers stated that the segment neede
The United States has long prided itself on being a democracy, but recent events suggest a shift towards a more monarchical style of leadership. President Trump has been making waves with his grand displays of power and influence. His recent state visits have been nothing short of spectacular, compl
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to reclassify marijuana, moving it to a less dangerous drug category. This decision was welcomed by medical professionals and health advocates, as it opens doors for more research and potential treatments for chronic diseases and pain. Howev
The economy was a hot topic this week. President Donald Trump gave a big speech about it. He said former President Joe Biden is to blame for high prices. But not everyone agrees. A recent poll shows only 33% of people approve of Trump's handling of the economy. Cartoonists had a field day with this
The government is rallying big names to back a new savings plan for kids. The idea is to help families build a financial cushion for their children's future. The plan lets people set aside up to $5, 000 a year for each child. The money grows in index funds and can be used for college, buying a home,
This week, the stock market saw some big changes. Let's start with the tech world. IBM made a huge move by buying Confluent for $11 billion. Meanwhile, Medline's IPO was a big hit, raising $6. 26 billion and seeing its stock jump over 40% on its first day of trading. Now, let's talk about the major
In a recent discussion, Senator Michael Bennet from Colorado raised eyebrows by accusing the Trump administration of prioritizing drilling over science. He didn't mince words, calling the administration's approach "anti-science" and comparing it to a catchy but simplistic slogan from the past. Benn
Unions are pushing back against the government's attempt to dismiss their lawsuit. They say the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is still active, so the case should go forward. The Trump administration claims the lawsuit is no longer relevant, but the unions disagree. This legal battle is
Jared Isaacman, the new head of NASA, recently shared some exciting updates about the agency's plans for space exploration. He highlighted the importance of nuclear power in making deep space missions possible. Isaacman explained that as we venture farther from the sun, solar power becomes less reli
In a surprising show of support, Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed U. S. President Donald Trump's decision to take legal action against the BBC. This came up during Putin's yearly press conference, where he shared his thoughts on the matter. Trump is seeking at least $10 billion in damages
