Oil prices have been on a rollercoaster lately. They've just had their biggest two-day drop in almost a month. Why? Well, it's a mix of things. First, there are these peace talks about Ukraine. If a deal happens, it could mean fewer sanctions on Russia. That would let more Russian oil flow into the
Pregnant women struggling with opioid addiction often find themselves caught in the justice system. Sadly, they don't always get the help they need. Medications that can save lives are not always available in jails. This is a big problem because overdoses are a leading cause of death for new moms in
The US government is secretly working on plans for what might happen if Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro steps down. This isn't just about moving troops around; it's about figuring out what comes next if Maduro leaves, whether he goes willingly or is forced out. Inside the White House, different
Franklin the Turtle, a beloved children's character, has found himself in the middle of a political storm. The Trump administration has been using images of Franklin in various contexts, much to the dismay of the character's publisher. The Department of Health and Human Services recently posted an
The Trump administration has decided to pause recent changes to a major homelessness grant program. This program, worth $3 billion, helps provide services to people without homes. The changes were put on hold due to lawsuits from states, cities, and nonprofits. The administration initially announce
The U. S. government has decided to shorten the time work permits last for certain immigrants. This includes refugees, people seeking asylum, and others who are legally protected in the U. S. The new rule means these permits will only be valid for 18 months instead of the current 5 years. This chang
The U. S. Institute of Peace, a long-standing organization, now bears President Trump's name on its headquarters. This change comes after a tumultuous period where the Trump administration attempted to dismantle the agency. The State Department celebrated this move, praising Trump's role in internat
Six former employees of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have taken legal action against the agency's administrator, Lee Zeldin. They claim their termination was a direct result of speaking out against what they saw as the politicization of science under the Trump administration. These emp
In Minnesota, a state known for its large Somali population, people were on edge. After President Trump's recent remarks, many Somalis felt unsafe. They worried about their future in the U. S. Some even questioned if it was safe to go to work or send their kids to school. Trump's comments came duri
President Trump recently made big changes to car fuel rules. He said this will make cars cheaper and give people more choices. The new rules mean cars won't need to be as fuel-efficient as before. Instead of aiming for around 50 miles per gallon, the goal is now about 34. 5 miles per gallon. Trump
