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Vaccine Shake-Up: What's Changing and Why It Matters

December 20, 2025

The U. S. might soon see a big change in its childhood vaccine schedule. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the Health Secretary, has been working towards this for a while. Now, with a push from President Trump, he's ready to make a major move. The plan is to switch to Denmark's vaccine schedule. Denmark is m

crime

DC Councilmember Demands Clarity on Crime Data and Federal Involvement

December 20, 2025

In a bold move, Councilmember Brooke Pinto, along with her colleagues, has sent a detailed letter to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) demanding answers. The letter, sent on December 18, raises serious questions about how crime data is being handled and the extent of federal involvement in lo

health

Supplements: Are Warning Labels Losing Their Impact?

December 20, 2025

The FDA is thinking about a big change to how warnings show up on supplement labels. Right now, every time a supplement claims to do something good for your health, like boost your immune system or help your heart, there's a bold warning. It says the FDA hasn't checked if the claim is true. But soon

health

Protecting Kids: A Closer Look at the New Gender Transition Rules

December 20, 2025

The Trump administration has put forward new rules about gender transition treatments for minors. These rules aim to stop federal money from being used for certain medical steps, like puberty blockers and surgeries. The idea is to focus on treatments that are proven to work and to avoid turning kids

health

Funding Fight: Pediatric Group Faces Sudden Cuts

December 19, 2025

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has decided to stop funding several programs run by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This move has sparked concerns about how it will affect children and families nationwide. The AAP, which represents around 67, 000 pediatricians, has

sports

Fake Broncos Jerseys: A Big Deal for Fans, A Big Loss for the Team

December 19, 2025

The Denver Broncos are having a great season, but they might be missing out on some serious cash. Fake jerseys are all the rage, and the Broncos are in the top 10 for most searched counterfeit jerseys. Since September, there have been over 6, 500 searches for fake Broncos jerseys on sites like Etsy

opinion

San Diego Rodeo: A Test of City's Values

December 19, 2025

San Diego's annual rodeo event at Petco Park has sparked serious concerns about animal welfare and the city's priorities. The event, organized by the Padres, has seen multiple incidents of animal cruelty, yet city leaders have done little to address the issue. In the first rodeo, a horse named Waco

celebrities

Famous Faces Lost in the Skies: A Look at Celebrities Who Died in Small Plane Crashes

December 19, 2025

A string of small plane crashes has taken the lives of many well-known figures over the years. Most recently, NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife, and their two children were killed in a crash in North Carolina. This tragedy joins a long list of similar incidents involving celebrities. In 2019, Mik

politics

New Rules Targeting Trans Youth Health Care

December 19, 2025

The Trump administration is making big moves against trans youth. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just announced plans to cut off federal funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care to minors. This includes treatments like puberty blockers, hormones, and surgery. The administrati

business

A Surprising Team-Up: Trump's Social Media and a Fusion Energy Company

December 18, 2025

In a surprising move, the company behind Truth Social, Trump Media & Technology Group, has joined forces with TAE Technologies, a company focused on nuclear fusion. This deal, worth over $6 billion, has caused a stir in the stock market, with Trump Media's shares jumping by 35% in early trading. Th