Eight Democratic senators have raised eyebrows about the actions of Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). They're asking the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to look into whether Pulte has been using his position to target political opponents of President Donald Tr
New York's education system is facing a tough situation. While many students are struggling with reading and math, the state's Board of Regents is adding a new requirement: climate science education. Starting in 2027, schools will have to teach students about climate change, its effects, and possibl
A recent study has stirred up quite the debate. It suggests that a small rise in global sea levels could lead to harsher winters in East Asia. The idea is that a 15-30 cm increase in sea levels might tweak atmospheric patterns, making cold snaps more intense. But is this claim backed by solid eviden
Extreme weather is a big deal, but people often overlook the dangers of cold weather. Many think heat is the main problem, but research shows that cold weather is actually more deadly. Over the past 25 years, cold weather has caused 65% of temperature-related deaths in the U. S. , while heat caused
Hurricanes are more than just powerful storms; they can drive evolution in surprising ways. Take the brown anole lizard, for example. These critters have been spreading across the southeastern United States for over a century. During this time, they've faced a lot of hurricanes. Scientists wanted to
A legal battle is brewing between California and the federal government. The U. S. Department of Justice has taken the state to court. They are challenging a new law in California. This law bans federal officers from wearing masks while working. The state passed this law last September. It applies t
The Republican Party's stance on bipartisanship has been a topic of debate. Some recent opinions have suggested that Republicans are actively working towards bipartisan legislation. However, this claim doesn't hold up when looking at the facts. When President Joe Biden called for unity against poli
Britain is making big changes to how it handles asylum seekers. The government wants to make refugee status temporary. This means refugees would have to renew their status every two and a half years. If their home country is considered safe, they could lose their refugee status. The plan also makes
In the world of shopping malls, two big names in Alabama are facing very different futures. Brookwood Mall and Riverchase Galleria have both seen better days, but one is getting a big makeover while the other is struggling to keep up. Brookwood Mall was once the place to be. People loved going ther
Immigrants often struggle to get the right help for managing diabetes. This is where mobile health, or mHealth, steps in. mHealth uses phones and apps to support people with diabetes. A recent study looked at how well these tools work for immigrants. First, let's talk about the challenges. Immigran
