Senator Susan Collins, a key player in the budget process, believes that the end of the government shutdown might be in sight. She thinks that after Tuesday's elections, there could be a breakthrough in the negotiations. Collins has been talking to both Democrats and Republicans, and she's hopeful t
A recent court ruling in Rhode Island has brought attention to the ongoing struggle to fund SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. Judge John J. McConnell Jr. commended President Donald Trump for his swift response to the court's order, acknowledging the president's efforts to ensure timely f
Americans are in for a shock when they start shopping for health insurance plans. Premiums are set to more than double for many people. This is because COVID-19 subsidies are ending soon. These subsidies have been a big help for many people. They've made health insurance more affordable for millions
President Trump made a quick stop at the White House after a busy trip to Asia. He and Melania greeted kids for Halloween, handing out candy. The White House was decorated with orange lights and pumpkins. They played Michael Jackson's "Thriller" as the kids lined up. The kids were from families of
In 2026, many Americans might see a big jump in their health insurance bills. This is because some financial help from the government, which made plans cheaper, is ending. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, has been helping people pay for health insurance since 2014. But now, wi
California is facing a significant healthcare crisis as insurance prices soar due to a stalemate in Congress. The state's regulators predict that premiums for nearly 2 million people who buy health coverage through the state's marketplace will nearly double on average. This price hike is particularl
A man from Brooklyn, who once worked for a company helping others file reports with the SEC, admitted to doing something wrong. He used secret information from his job to make trades and earned over $2. 2 million illegally. This man, Justin Chen, is 31 years old. He confessed to one charge related
Right now, things feel pretty tough. But guess what? People are pushing back hard. Just last month, over 7 million individuals took to the streets to say no to a leader's strong-arm tactics. That's a lot of people, more than 2% of all adults in the country. History shows that when about 3. 5% of a p
Health insurance prices are going up, and it's not good news for many people. The government recently showed the new prices for health plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 30 states. On average, prices are increasing by about 30% in states where the federal government manages the plans, and
New doctors face a tough world. Many struggle with depression. But what keeps them going? Family, faith, and their sense of purpose might be key. A recent study looked at over 700 new doctors. Most were young, around 25 years old. Many were women. A big chunk, about one in five, had felt depressed.
