The Trump administration made a surprising admission in a recent court filing. They revealed that political leanings influenced their decision to cut energy grants during the government shutdown. Specifically, they considered whether the funds would benefit states that typically vote for Democratic
House Speaker Mike Johnson recently shared some big plans. He said Republicans are ready to hit the ground running in January. Their goal? To make things more affordable for everyone. Johnson talked about lowering healthcare costs and making daily life cheaper. He also mentioned turning some of Pres
DC is getting a new interim police chief. Jeff Carroll will step into the role after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, left last week. The change comes at a time when the police department is under scrutiny. Two reports have accused Smith of creating a toxic work environment. They say she publicly
California's climate change efforts are often praised, but are they truly effective? The state's cap and trade program, now called Cap and Invest, has been criticized as a "backdoor tax. " However, it's important to note that this program does cap emissions, reducing them by about 5% each year. Cri
Blood pressure is a big deal when it comes to heart health. It's not just about what's happening right now, but also what's been going on for years. High blood pressure over time can lead to serious heart issues. Researchers wanted to see how long-term blood pressure affects the heart's ability to g
With the holiday season in full swing, people are rushing to finish their shopping. This year, spending is expected to hit a record high, with the average person planning to spend close to $900. Shoppers are looking for gifts that are both meaningful and practical. Wellness, tech, and self-care item
Cancer in dogs is a serious issue, especially for larger breeds. While you can't change your dog's genes, there are steps you can take to lower the risk of cancer. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight is crucial. Overweight dogs are more likely to develop cancer and have shorter lifespans. Make sur
Long Beach City College (LBCC) has just been given the green light to offer its first-ever bachelor's degree. This isn't just any degree, though. It's a Bachelor of Science in Library & Information Science, making LBCC the first community college in the entire United States to offer this kind of pro
The Knight family has made a huge donation to fight cancer. They gave $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University's Knight Cancer Institute. This is a lot of money. It is more than double the second-biggest donation this year. Warren Buffett gave $746. 7 million to his foundation. That is a
The Trump administration has set its sights on a major change in the world of weather and climate research. The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado might soon see a big shake-up. Russ Vought, the head of the Office of Management and Budget, shared this news on X. He said the
