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House Votes to Extend Health Insurance Help

January 8, 2026

In a surprising move, the House of Representatives took a big step toward extending health insurance subsidies that expired last month. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act, help about 22 million people afford their health insurance. The vote was close, with 221 in favor and 205 against

crime

Aldrich Ames: The Spy Who Sold Secrets for Cash

January 7, 2026

Aldrich Ames, a former CIA officer, recently passed away at the age of 84 while serving a life sentence in a Maryland prison. He is infamous for selling U. S. secrets to the Soviet Union and Russia between 1985 and 1994. Ames revealed the identities of 11 spies working for the U. S. or Britain, lead

health

Vaccine Changes Spark Debate: What's Behind the Shift?

January 7, 2026

A recent move by U. S. health officials has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has suddenly changed the list of vaccines they recommend for all children. This change was made without much warning or input from the experts who usually help make

sports

Sports Galore: A Week of Action-Packed Events

January 7, 2026

The upcoming week is packed with thrilling sports events, starting with a bang on Monday. College basketball fans can catch exciting matches, with Navy taking on American University and Alabama facing Missouri. Golf enthusiasts can tune in for the Korn Ferry Tour in the Bahamas, while NBA fans have

technology

Tiny Robots That Think and Swim on Their Own

January 7, 2026

Tiny robots, smaller than a grain of salt, have been created. These robots can move, sense their surroundings, and make decisions all by themselves. They are powered by light and can work for months without stopping. These tiny robots are the result of a collaboration between researchers at the Uni

politics

Money for Families on Hold: What's Happening with Social Services Funding?

January 6, 2026

The Trump administration has decided to pause $10 billion in funds for social services and child care in five states led by Democrats. This move, reported first by the New York Post, affects California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. The Health and Human Services (HHS) department claim

health

A Long Time in the Dark: Illinois' Data Leak

January 6, 2026

A big mistake happened in Illinois. The Department of Human Services accidentally put private health info on a public website. This wasn't a quick slip-up. It stayed there for over three years before anyone noticed. The data belonged to hundreds of thousands of people. Some were getting help for di

politics

Pennsylvania's Governor Starts His Campaign with a Massive Fund

January 6, 2026

Josh Shapiro, the current governor of Pennsylvania, has a huge amount of money for his upcoming election. He has $30 million, which is a new record for the state. This is a lot more than any other candidate has ever had before an election. Shapiro is a Democrat and he is running for his second term.

politics

Trump's Plan to Tackle Crime: National Guard and Insurrection Act

January 5, 2026

President Trump recently shared his plans to address crime in major cities. He mentioned that the National Guard might return to Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland if crime rates rise. This idea is part of his broader strategy to combat crime in these areas. Trump also hinted at the possibility of

politics

The Man Who Made Friends Across the Aisle

January 5, 2026

Dick Schulze, a staunch conservative from Pennsylvania, was a rare politician who could make friends on both sides of the aisle. He passed away at 96, leaving behind a legacy of respect and bipartisan cooperation. People who knew him well remembered his ability to disagree without being disagreeable