A big group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing the Education Department to include nursing in a special list of "professional" programs. This comes after nurses were left out of a new rule that lets students borrow more money for certain graduate degrees. Right now, the list incl
Americans are feeling the heat this holiday season, with many struggling to afford gifts and groceries. A recent survey shows that a large number of people are dipping into their savings and hunting for bargains. This is not just a seasonal blip; it’s a sign of ongoing economic pressures. The surve
In mid-2025, the political climate in the U. S. took a dark turn with Donald Trump's return to the presidency. The atmosphere grew tense as Trump signed numerous executive orders, targeting vulnerable groups and silencing critics. The Democrats, once vocal, fell silent. The media faced lawsuits, and
A high-ranking U. S. Navy leader has left his post early, sparking curiosity about why he chose to retire now. Admiral Alvin Holsey, who was in charge of military activities in Latin America, handed over his responsibilities to Air Force Lieutenant General Evan Pettus during a quiet ceremony near Mi
The ocean is a big, mysterious place, and we rely on buoys and sensors to help us understand it better. These tools give us important information for fishing, shipping, and even predicting hurricanes. But right now, these buoys are in trouble because they aren't getting the money they need to keep w
In a Senate hearing, General Gregory Guillot, the top commander of US Northern Command, dismissed President Trump's claims about an "enemy within. " Guillot stated he had no evidence to support Trump's assertions, which were used to justify sending National Guard troops to cities like Los Angeles an
Schools are getting a big boost for mental health support. The Education Department just gave out $208 million to 65 schools. This is a big deal because earlier, over 200 mental health grants from the last administration were canceled. Most of this new money is going to schools in rural areas. The g
Elon Musk, the head of Tesla, has recently shared his thoughts on immigration and its effects on U. S. politics. He believes that bringing in large numbers of immigrants from certain countries could lead to one political party dominating the country. Musk pointed out that states like Minnesota, Cali
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently shared his thoughts on his time leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He described the experience as "somewhat successful" but admitted he wouldn't take on the role again. This revelation came during a podcast interview with Katie Miller, a for
A man from Mexico, living in Dallas without legal status, has been given a big punishment. He will spend 72 months, or six years, in a federal prison. This is because he was part of a plan to sell cocaine in the Eastern District of Texas. The man, Tomas Perez-Guerrero, who is 44 years old, admitted
