PACT

Advertisement
Jun 16 2025POLITICS

Young Adults May Be Banned From Bars In Hammond

A recent proposal in Hammond has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. The proposal suggests that individuals aged 18 to 20 may be barred from entering local bars, regardless of whether they intend to drink or not. This idea has sparked a heated debate among local business owners and residents. Th

reading time less than a minute
Jun 16 2025WEATHER

Brazil's Weather Wonders of 2023

The year 2023 was a wild ride for Brazil's weather. It was a year that saw some of the most intense weather events ever seen. The country faced a mix of extremes, from heavy rain to scorching heat and devastating droughts. The north coast of São Paulo state saw the most rain in a single day ever re

reading time less than a minute
Jun 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Earth's Health Crisis: How It's Affecting Us

The Earth is in trouble. The changes we've made to our planet are making us sick. This is what experts call a "nature crisis. " It's affecting our daily lives and our health in many ways. It's crucial to understand that these changes can hit us both directly and indirectly. The Earth is get

reading time less than a minute
Jun 16 2025POLITICS

Student Debt: The GOP's Plan to Change the Game

The Republican Party in the Senate has a new plan. It wants to change how students pay back their loans. Some experts think this could lead to big problems. They worry that many students might struggle to pay back their loans. This could even cause a huge increase in loan defaults. The Senate Commi

reading time less than a minute
Jun 16 2025HEALTH

The Unseen Effects of Too Much Screen Time on Your Life

The internet has become a big part of everyday life. It is used for work, school, and fun. But spending too much time online can lead to problems. This is called problematic internet use. It can mess with how people live their lives and affect their health. It is important to understand how this ha

reading time less than a minute
Jun 16 2025POLITICS

Medicaid: Who Will Be Left Out?

Medicaid is a major topic in the political arena these days. Some politicians are pushing for significant changes to this program. These changes could affect millions of people who rely on Medicaid for their healthcare needs. One of the main proposals is to add work requirements for able-bodied adu

reading time less than a minute
Jun 16 2025OPINION

The Vaccine Panel Overhaul: A Step Back or Forward?

The recent shake-up of the vaccine advisory panel has sparked a lot of talk. The person in charge, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , claimed this move would rebuild public trust. However, his past actions tell a different story. Before taking on this role, Kennedy was known for spreading vaccine misinformatio

reading time less than a minute
Jun 15 2025POLITICS

Middle East Tensions: Israel and Iran's Escalating Conflict

The Middle East is on edge as Israel and Iran exchange blows for the third day. Israel took the fight to Iran's doorstep, targeting key sites in Tehran, including the Defense Ministry and locations linked to Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, Iran's missiles breached Israeli defenses, striking build

reading time less than a minute
Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Food as a Shield: How Eating Right May Slow Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease is a major health concern, and its progression is often linked to persistent brain inflammation. One interesting fact is that what we eat can either fuel or calm this inflammation. This is where the idea of an anti-inflammatory diet comes in. It's a way of eating that focuses on

reading time less than a minute
Jun 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Substitutes and Their Environmental Journey: HFPO-DA and PFOA

HFPO-DA, also known as Gen-X, is a replacement for PFOA. It is found in many places in the environment. It is important to study how it moves through soil and water. This is because it can affect human health. The study looked at how HFPO-DA and PFOA move through sand and limestone. It also looked a

reading time less than a minute