House Speaker Mike Johnson recently shared some news with the White House. Most Republicans in the House aren't too keen on extending the extra help people get for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. This chat happened over the phone with top White House staff. At the same time, Preside
Every year, the U. S. president spares a couple of turkeys from becoming the main dish at Thanksgiving dinner. This tradition, which started way back in 1863 with President Abraham Lincoln, has become a fun and lighthearted event. The turkeys even get to stay in a fancy hotel the night before the bi
Senator Mark Kelly recently made waves by urging military personnel to disobey what he called "illegal orders. " This statement has stirred up quite a bit of controversy, especially with the Pentagon and former President Donald Trump. Kelly, a former Navy officer and astronaut, defended his remarks,
In a recent turn of events, an Australian senator found herself in hot water after a protest that sparked a heated debate. Pauline Hanson, known for her strong stance against immigration and certain cultural practices, decided to make a statement in parliament. She chose to wear a burqa, a garment w
This year, something unusual happened. The U. S. didn't get hit by any major hurricanes. It's been ten years since this last occurred. Many storms formed in the Atlantic. But they all turned away before reaching the coast. Experts call this "recurvature. " It's when storms curve back out to sea inst
The White House is considering a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies for two more years. This comes as millions of Americans face a significant increase in healthcare costs starting in January. The proposal suggests a cap on eligibility for these subsidies at 700% of the federal poverty level. This i
Rhode Island is making big moves to help students get ready for jobs. Schools like the Apprenticeship Exploration School (AES) in Cranston are leading the way. These schools focus on hands-on learning, giving students the skills they need for careers in construction, hospitality, and more. AES is n
Khurram Dara, a former lawyer for Coinbase and Bain Capital Crypto, is making a bold move. He's running for New York's Attorney General, aiming to shake up the state's approach to the crypto industry. Dara believes the current Attorney General, Letitia James, has been too tough on crypto companies,
In 2025, more people are putting their money into crypto for a different reason. Instead of just chasing big profits, they want to spread out their investments. This is called diversification. Over half of the people surveyed said this is their main reason for investing in crypto. Last year, most p
A recent study has brought disappointing news for those hoping to combat Alzheimer's disease. The drug semaglutide, known for its effectiveness in managing diabetes and obesity, did not show any significant benefits in slowing down the progression of Alzheimer's. This was revealed in two large-scale
