People across Latin America had strong feelings about the U. S. getting involved in Venezuela. News of Nicolás Maduro's capture sparked lively discussions in Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, and even Peru. In schools, workplaces, and social media, people shared their thoughts. But unlike past events, t
Lawmakers in the European Union have decided to pause a big trade agreement with South American countries. They want the top court to check if the deal follows EU rules. The vote was close, with 334 in favor and 324 against, and a few abstentions. This deal, known as the EU-Mercosur agreement, has
Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, recently shared his thoughts on President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10%. He suggested testing this idea in Vermont and Massachusetts. He brought this up at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Dimon believes that a natio
A former Uvalde school cop is in hot water. Adrian Gonzales is the first person to face criminal charges for what happened during the Robb Elementary shooting. The jury is now deciding if he messed up big time. The trial wrapped up with both sides making their final arguments. Prosecutors say Gonza
Samsung's 2026 Galaxy Unpacked event is shaping up to be a big deal. The tech giant has been busy, and they're ready to show off some new gadgets. Let's dive in and see what's expected. First up, the Galaxy S26 lineup. Don't expect a huge design overhaul. The S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra will look pret
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has had a rocky year. In early 2025, things took a dramatic turn. Employees were told to stop working. Offices were closed, but staff weren't on leave. They were just at home, staring at their screens, unable to do their jobs. This was part of a bigge
In the Swiss Alps, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, California's Governor Gavin Newsom shared his thoughts on President Donald Trump's potential actions regarding Greenland. He hinted that Trump might soften his stance due to recent market fluctuations. Newsom speculated that Trump's speech in
Kyle Gass, one half of the comedy rock duo Tenacious D, found himself in hot water after a joke about Donald Trump's assassination attempt during a Sydney show. The incident sparked a media frenzy, leading to canceled tour dates and strained relationships. Gass admits his joke was a terrible mistake
Trump's second term has seen a strong push against higher education. The Justice Department, under Trump's guidance, started looking into many universities. This was unusual because they didn't gather facts first. Some saw this as a political move. Many lawyers quit because they didn't agree with t
Texas, known for its robust job market, is experiencing a slowdown. In 2025, the state's job growth is expected to be nearly flat, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. This is a significant change from Texas' usual strong job growth. The Dallas Fed's forecast uses several models to pred
