When a big crisis like COVID-19 hits, it's fascinating to see how voters judge their governments. Classical ideas of responsibility get complicated because crises affect many areas and people can compare different performances. We ran an experiment across 16 countries with over 22, 000 people, askin
On his first full day back in office, President Donald Trump decided to pardon over 200 people who assaulted police during the Capitol attack in 2021. This action was part of a broader plan to overhaul Washington and undo the work of the previous administration. Among those pardoned was Enrique Tarr
Leo Woodall, a 28-year-old British actor, recently starred in "Prime Target, " a mini-series on Apple TV+. He plays Edward Brooks, a math grad student at Cambridge. Despite not being great at math, Woodall had to learn complex equations for his role. He admitted it was stressful, but he practiced wr
In a sudden move, the White House has ordered all employees in federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices to take paid administrative leave effective immediately. This action is part of a series of changes from the new administration, following through on a campaign promise to limit DEI
Mental well-being is a basic human right, but in Indonesia, it often takes a back seat. The Indonesian government and public haven't placed mental health at the top of their priority lists. This situation has led experts to push for a greater understanding of mental health issues among Indonesians.
Imagine you were trying to find reliable info on reproductive health online, like abortion rights or contraception. You might have visited reproductiverights. gov, a site launched by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. But something weird happened. On the night of President Trump's in
Orangeburg County is getting ready for some chilly weather this week. Officials are already planning how to keep the roads safe. Billy Staley, the head of Orangeburg County Emergency Services, said that the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is helping out. They're working together
What happens when you mix government, tech, and a dash of humor? You get the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE for short. Launched under Elon Musk's leadership, this new US department wants to shake up how the government works. Instead of the same old red tape, DOGE aims to cut waste and
In a surprising turn of events, Vivek Ramaswamy, a 39-year-old biotech entrepreneur and potential candidate for Ohio governor, has decided to step down from President Donald Trump's government efficiency commission. The commission, known as DOGE, was created to cut costs and streamline government op
Vivek Ramaswamy, one of the leaders of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is considering stepping down from his role. This decision is believed to be linked to his upcoming campaign for Ohio governor. Ramaswamy, who previously ran against Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential elections,
