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Democrats and Kids: A Storm Over Science

November 1, 2024

Imagine this: a U. S. senator who was once an OB-GYN is fighting for children's health in a different way now—not in a delivery room, but in the halls of Congress. This senator is worried about what some Democratic leaders are pushing—surgeries and hormones for kids who want to change their gender. ...

business

Uber Faces Ride Slowdown, Shares Dive

November 1, 2024

Uber saw a big drop in their shares, about 11%, after warning that their ride bookings might not grow as fast as investors hoped. This news came as the company said their ride bookings, a key way to measure how many people use their service, grew slower than expected in the third quarter. Shares of

politics

Moving Patterns Show Political Divides in Neighborhoods

October 31, 2024

Millions of Americans are on the move, and their choices reveal a lot about how we segregate by politics. Take Joshua Fisher and Ryan Troyer, two men with a lot in common: both white, married, and living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota until recently. They both moved away, but to very different places.

lifestyle

Why Not Make Trunk-or-Treat a Side Hustle This Halloween?

October 31, 2024

Halloween is a fun time for kids, but it's also a chance to spread some cheer to those who might not get many visitors. Instead of making trunk-or-treat your only Halloween stop, let's mix it up. Sure, trunk-or-treat events are convenient and safe, but consider this: our elderly neighbors could real

politics

The Democratic Party's Misguided Efforts to Win Men

October 31, 2024

As the election approaches, the Democratic Party is struggling to connect with men, especially black and Hispanic ones. Recent efforts to appeal to this demographic have been clumsy and off-target. For instance, Vice President Kamala Harris recently unveiled an "Opportunity Agenda for Black Men, " f

celebrities

Kamala Harris' Celebrity Backers: Who's Showing Support?

October 31, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris has kicked off her presidential campaign with a bang. After President Biden stepped down, he gave his full endorsement to Harris. The race is on, and Harris has already raised a whopping $126 million! But who's backing her up? Let's take a look at some celebrities who ha

health

China's Old-Young Shift: Kindergartens Turn to Senior Care

October 31, 2024

China is facing a unique challenge with its aging population and decreasing birth rates. To tackle this, many kindergartens are transforming into senior care homes. In the eastern province of Zhejiang, a preschool in Jinhua city switched from catering to tiny tots to caring for the elderly. Zhuang Y

politics

Georgia's Big Decision: West or East?

October 30, 2024

In just a few days, Georgia will choose its next parliament. The stakes are high because it could decide the country's future: closer to the West or more aligned with Russia. Polls suggest that people might be ready for a shift. Groups wanting to join NATO and the EU seem to be leading. But the ruli

politics

Drop Box Fires: A New Wave of Voting Concerns

October 30, 2024

Just before the 2022 elections, two drop boxes in the Pacific Northwest were set on fire. One in Vancouver, Washington, lost hundreds of ballots, while Portland, Oregon's system stopped the fire quickly, saving most ballots. Authorities are checking surveillance footage to find the culprit. Drop box

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Joe Biden's Final Political Lap: Campaigning but Alone

October 30, 2024

President Joe Biden is on his final lap in politics, determined to promote his record and support Democrats in the lead-up to Election Day. With just a week to go, Biden is keeping his schedule busy, even though many in his party seem to be keeping him at arm's length. He's been doing surrogate work