In a recent discussion, Rep. Rich McCormick, a Republican from Georgia, shared his thoughts on the Democrats' push to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. He believes this move is more about politics than genuine healthcare reform. McCormick argues that the subsidies, set to expire soon, are
The U. S. House Republicans have rolled out a healthcare plan that skips over a big issue: the end of Obamacare subsidies. These subsidies, which have been helping millions of Americans afford health insurance during the pandemic, are set to expire at the end of December. Without an extension, premi
In a small town like Palmer Lake, Colorado, politics can be intense. Recently, three officials stepped down from their roles. One of them, Michael Boyett, a former trustee, said his heart doctor told him to quit politics. Boyett had a heart procedure in November. He believes the stress from his job
South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 114 confirmed cases as of December 10. Most of these cases are in the upstate region, and nearly all of them are in unvaccinated people. The state's health officials have put 254 people in quarantine, including 16 in isolation. The outbreak
Netflix has opened a new immersive entertainment center in Dallas. This is the second of its kind, following the one in King of Prussia. The Dallas location offers fans a chance to step into the worlds of their favorite Netflix shows. The center features interactive challenges and themed rooms. Vis
In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a
In Italy, a massive strike shook the nation as workers voiced their discontent with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's 2026 budget. The CGIL, Italy's largest trade union, led the charge, claiming that over half of the workforce, both public and private, joined the strike. Major cities saw huge crowds,
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
The Oklahoma City Thunder are on fire this season. They've won 24 out of their first 25 games. That's an incredible start! The team is led by their star player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He's been amazing, scoring over 32 points per game. The Thunder are also on a 16-game winning streak. They're clos
Soil is more than just dirt. It's a bustling world of microbes. Among these tiny life forms, some carry genes that can resist antibiotics. These genes are called antibiotic resistance genes, or ARGs. Scientists wanted to understand how these ARGs form and spread, especially in the soil around plant
