As 2024 wraps up, it's time to think about your money plans for the new year. Experts say it's crucial to check where you stand financially before setting goals. Ashley Lapato from YNAB suggests changing how you think about money. Instead of seeing it as a chore, imagine how it can improve your futu
Did you know that killer whales in managed care have different ways of spending their days? Scientists studied a group of killer whales to see what they were up to. They recorded videos of these amazing creatures over nine months. They looked at eight different things the killer whales did, like pla
Have you ever wondered how researchers study the Earth's heat balance? It's a bit like checking your bank account to see where money is coming and going, but for the planet! This paper dives into how scientists use data from satellites and other sources to figure out where heat is absorbed and relea
Ever wondered how the government spends our tax dollars? Well, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the dynamic billionaire duo heading the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are on a mission to chop at least $2 trillion off the federal budget. They're eyeing big targets like the IRS
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the duo behind the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have a big promise: slash $2 trillion from the federal budget. They've got their eyes on some big targets like the IRS, Department of Education, and even Social Security payments. But experts are skeptical.
Elon Musk might be pulling Donald Trump's strings a bit too hard. The more Trump denies being controlled by Musk, the less believable he seems. Musk spent a fortune on Trump's campaign, and now he's trying to influence policy. This includes tweeting about budget details, which led to chaos in Congre
As 2024 winds down, it's time to think about your financial goals for the new year. Experts say to start by looking at your finances in 2024 and setting specific, realistic goals. Courtney Alev from Credit Karma suggests that a new year is a chance to see finances with fresh eyes. Ashley Lapato, fro
President Joe Biden signed a bill preventing a federal shutdown on Saturday. The deal keeps the government running at current levels until March 14 and includes $100 billion for disaster relief and $10 billion for farmers. Biden saw this as a compromise, ensuring the government operates at full capa
In a surprising turn of events, the Chicago Board of Education voted to fire Pedro Martinez, the leader of the city's public school system, on Friday night. This decision followed months of political upheaval. The vote was a victory for both the Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson, who
As federal workers like Johnny Zuagar, a statistician at the U. S. Census Bureau, prepare for Christmas, they’re also bracing for potential job furloughs due to government funding issues. With the possibility of a shutdown looming, many are cautious about spending on holiday gifts, worrying about wh
