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politicization

Do new grant rules mean less freedom for science?

June 6, 2026

The government wants to update how federal science money is managed, claiming it will cut waste and follow current policies better. These changes could let agencies stop funding projects anytime they feel the research no longer fits their latest priorities—even if the team did nothing wrong. That’s

religion

Passover: A Call to Look Inward, Not Outward

April 1, 2026

Passover is often turned into a platform for political debate. Groups from every side add symbols to the seder plate that represent their causes: olives for Palestinian solidarity, oranges for LGBTQ+ rights, fair‑trade chocolate for labor justice, and acorns to honor Native Americans. Some even clai

education

The College Debate: Who’s Really in Charge?

March 30, 2026

Higher education has lately felt like a battleground where ideas clash as fiercely as politics. The University of New England has organized a talk to ask whether universities should stay neutral, or if the government must step in to keep balance. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to l

opinion

Climate Change: Is Fear the Right Way to Drive Change?

February 12, 2026

Global temperatures have been rising, with recent data showing that the past decade has been the hottest on record. The average global temperature in 2025 was about 1. 47 degrees Celsius higher than it was from 1850 to 1900. This increase is largely attributed to the burning of fossil fuels, which r

politics

Bondi Faces Capitol Hill Over DOJ Shifts

February 11, 2026

Attorney General Pam Bondi appears before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, where lawmakers are set to probe her decade‑long changes at the Justice Department. Her testimony comes a year into her term, a period marked by sweeping departures from traditional DOJ practices. Bondi has ordere

politics

Military Leaders Speak Out: Politics and the Military Don't Mix

November 22, 2025

Some lawmakers with military backgrounds made a video. They told soldiers to ignore orders they think are wrong. They said the government is turning soldiers against regular people. They did not say which orders are wrong. The former president saw this video. He got very angry. He called the lawmak

politics

Troops in the Streets: A Risky Move by the President

June 9, 2025

The recent decision to send national guard troops to Los Angeles has sparked a heated debate. Some veterans are worried that this move could turn the military into a political tool. This is a big deal because the military usually stays out of domestic politics. The last time something like this happ

opinion

When Cars Become Political Battlegrounds

May 29, 2025

The world of politics has a strange way of seeping into every corner of life. Recently, a well-known political commentator found himself in the middle of this storm. His electric car, a Tesla, was targeted. A sign that read \"Musk is a Nazi\" was stuck on the bumper during his son's soccer game. Th

science

The Blurry Line of Science Retractions

April 28, 2025

Scientific journals often pull back articles that have problems. This is how science fixes its own mistakes. Usually, this happens when there's cheating, honest blunders, or legal issues. But lately, there's a new trend. Some articles are getting retracted for political reasons. A journal called "Na

politics

Politics and the Military: A Growing Concern?

November 17, 2024

Senator-elect Elissa Slotkin, soon to represent Michigan, recently highlighted an important worry: the military might be swayed by politics. She was questioned about President-elect Trump's choice for Defense Secretary, former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, known for his tough stance on diversity progr