Canada's government has made a big change in its climate rules. They've decided to ease up on some environmental regulations to attract more investment in the energy sector. This move is part of a new agreement between the federal government and Alberta, Canada's top oil-producing province. The dea
Alaska is at a critical point in the fight against climate change. The recent UN climate summit, COP30, highlighted some big shifts in the global energy landscape. China is stepping up its game in clean energy, while the U. S. is falling behind. This is a big deal for Alaska, which has a lot to gain
Bolivia is facing a bread crisis that is putting the new president, Rodrigo Paz, in a tough spot. The country's famous marraqueta rolls, which have been heavily subsidized for years, are now in short supply. This is not just a problem for bakers but also for the people who rely on these affordable r
Health insurance costs are about to climb for many Americans. The reason? Extra financial aid from the government, known as enhanced premium tax credits, is set to expire. These credits were introduced during the pandemic to make health insurance more affordable. Without them, monthly premiums could
The UK housing market might be looking at a brighter future. After a period of uncertainty, the recent budget has given some clarity. This could encourage more people to buy homes. The budget didn't change stamp duty, the tax paid when buying a home. This is good news for buyers. Better debt foreca
Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, recently unveiled the government's budget, which seemed to calm both financial markets and Labour Party members. The budget included tax and spending hikes, which were well-received by Labour MPs who had been growing impatient with the government
New York and 20 other states are not happy with a new rule. This rule stops some immigrants from getting food stamps. The states say this rule is not fair. They think the government is being mean to people who need help. The rule comes from a law passed earlier. It says some immigrants can't get fo
American volunteers aiding Ukraine's defense against Russia are furious about a recent peace proposal linked to Donald Trump. They see it as a surrender to Russia and a betrayal of Ukraine's fight for independence. Many Americans have been in Ukraine since the war began, helping with military train
Bruna Ferreira's story is not unique, but it's her connection to the White House that has brought her case into the spotlight. The 33-year-old Brazilian mother was taken into custody by federal officers while driving to pick up her son from school. Now, she's being held in an Immigration and Customs
Starting next year, foreign visitors to some of the most famous U. S. national parks will have to pay more. The National Park Service has announced that international tourists will be charged an extra $100 to enter popular parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Yosemite. This change is part of a
