Nepal is making strides in talking about how climate change and sexual health rights are connected. But there's a big issue that's often overlooked: menstrual discrimination. This unfair treatment is tied to power struggles and old-fashioned gender roles. It's a roadblock for fair climate and health
In a recent turn of events, a new tax on wind and solar projects has appeared in a major Republican bill, catching many by surprise. This tax targets projects that use a certain amount of parts made in China. The wording is vague, and it would let the Trump administration figure out the details. Se
The Senate is currently debating a massive tax and spending bill that could bring an unexpected and swift end to electric vehicle (EV) tax credits. This draft proposes a unified end date of September 30th, which is much earlier than the House's proposed timeline of late 2025 or 2026 for different au
The city of Los Angeles is in a legal showdown with the federal government. The U. S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Karen Bass, the L. A. City Council, and the city itself. The lawsuit claims that Los Angeles' sanctuary city law is illegal and is blocking federal immigratio
The recent Nato summit brought a mix of relief and uncertainty. European leaders breathed a sigh of relief as the US president did not withdraw from the alliance. Instead, all European Nato members agreed to boost their defence spending to 5% of GDP. This move is seen as a step towards balancing the
Charlize Theron recently found herself in the middle of a social media storm. It all started at a charity event where she made a joke about not being invited to Jeff Bezos' lavish $50 million wedding. She quipped, "They suck and we're cool, " which some fans took seriously. The comment sparked a wav
France has just rolled out a tough new rule: no more smoking in parks, beaches, or anywhere kids might be. This isn't just about breaking a habit; it's about protecting the little ones from secondhand smoke. The government is serious about this—if you get caught lighting up in these places, you coul
In 2015, the U. S. and Iran reached a historic nuclear deal, but it didn't last long. Trump pulled the U. S. out, and tensions rose. This month, Israel and Iran exchanged strikes, leading to a 12-day war. Many blame Trump and Netanyahu, but Biden also played a role. Biden had a chance to fix things
The Senate recently passed a key vote on a massive tax reform bill. This bill, backed by President Trump, aims to cut taxes by a huge amount: $4. 5 trillion. But the journey to get it passed is not smooth. Republicans are now in a tough spot. They need to convince enough senators to support the bil
The idea of naming a new Federal Reserve chair well before Jerome Powell's term ends could lead to some serious market confusion. President Trump has hinted that he'll announce his pick soon and wants someone who will lower interest rates. Powell, however, has been cautious, citing a strong economy
