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U. S. Approves $151M Arms Deal for Israel Without Congress

March 7, 2026

The United States has decided to sell a large amount of bombs and related supplies to Israel, worth about $151. 8 million, without asking Congress for approval. This move was announced by the State Department on Friday. Israel wants to buy 12, 000 general‑purpose bombs that weigh one ton each. The d

politics

States Join Lawsuit to Halt Trump’s New Tariffs

March 5, 2026

A coalition of twenty‑four states, most led by Democrats, plans to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration. They argue that the president’s latest 10% global tariff is illegal because it was imposed right after a Supreme Court decision that invalidated many of his earlier tariffs. The court

crypto

Bitcoin’s Big Price Forecast: $250, 000 in 2026 and up to $750, 000 in 2027

March 3, 2026

A former co‑founder of a major crypto exchange has once again claimed that Bitcoin could reach $250, 000 next year and climb even higher in 2027. He says this jump would happen because governments, especially the United States, will need to issue more money to keep voters happy and to pay for ongoin

politics

Parents Can Now Learn About Their Child’s Gender Identity at School

March 3, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court has issued a decision that allows parents to receive information about their children’s gender identity while they attend California public schools. This move follows a challenge by parents and teachers who argue that state rules keep them out of the loop on students’ gender

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Parents Win Court Battle Over School Disclosure Rules

March 3, 2026

The Supreme Court decided not to let California enforce rules that limit when schools can tell parents about a child’s gender identity or require teachers to use a student’s chosen pronouns. A 6‑3 split vote, along ideological lines, allowed a federal judge’s ruling that favors parents who argue

politics

Prime Minister Term Limits Stalled in Malaysian Vote

March 2, 2026

In Kuala Lumpur, lawmakers barely missed a decision that would cap any future prime minister’s time in office to two terms. The bill, part of a wider reform push by the ruling coalition, fell short by just two votes needed for a two‑thirds majority. A total of 146 members supported the change, but 4

education

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

February 28, 2026

A group of faculty members at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville has issued a unanimous recommendation that the university should not fire Dr. Shirin Saeidi, an Iranian‑born political science professor who has been suspended over her social media activity. The committee’s decision comes afte

politics

Germany Gives Military Power to Stop Drones

February 27, 2026

The German parliament recently passed a new rule that lets the army step in when drones fly over the country. The move comes after more and more drone sightings were reported since Russia started fighting Ukraine. A change to the air‑security law was approved with support from both sides of parli

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Central Bankers vs. Politicians: A Tug‑of‑War Over Money Rules

February 27, 2026

Central bankers are standing their ground against politicians who want a say in how money is handled. In the U. S. , Fed Chair Jerome Powell has faced repeated criticism from President Donald Trump, who says high rates hurt growth. Across Europe, the pressure looks different: some officials ar

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Denver Mayor Stands Up for Protesters, Blocks ICE on City Grounds

February 27, 2026

A new city order gives Denver police the power to shield peaceful demonstrators from federal immigration agents. The mayor’s directive also bars ICE officials from using any municipal property for enforcement work. This move follows a wave of actions by Democratic leaders in response to the Trump ad