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public services

Maine's Tax System: Time for a Change?

December 20, 2025

Maine is facing a big problem. Taxes are going up. Counties are asking for more money. But people are saying no to school budgets. This is not just a few small issues. It is a big problem with how Maine pays for things. Counties like Penobscot, Knox, York, and Washington are seeing big cost increas

technology

New York City's Digital Wake-Up Call

October 26, 2025

New York City is a global leader in many ways, but its government systems are stuck in the past. The next mayor will face a big challenge: fixing outdated technology that slows down services and makes life harder for residents. Right now, the city's financial systems are falling apart. Rules for bu

opinion

New York's Trash Battle: Who Pays the Price?

June 1, 2025

New York City's plan to tackle trash and rats has hit a snag. The city wants Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) to buy expensive trash containers. This is causing a stir, as BIDs are not city agencies but groups that support local businesses. They already fund street cleaning and security from th

health

Helping Moms in Rural China: Do Services and Policy Awareness Really Make a Difference?

January 29, 2025

Did you know that where you live can greatly affect your health knowledge and practices, especially for pregnant women in rural areas? Let's dive into a study that examined how well public services and policy awareness work in improving maternal health in northwestern China. This study basically ask

politics

Vote Day Tomorrow: What's on the Ballot?

December 11, 2024

Hey, everyone! Tomorrow is election day for the December ballot. There's a lot to vote on, so let's break it down. In East Baton Rouge, there's a big deal about a 2% sales tax. It's not new, but it might move from the parish to the City of St. George. That could mean about $50 million for city serv

politics

Treasury Boss: Tax Hike Might Hurt Wages

October 31, 2024

U. K. Treasury Chief Rachel Reeves has acknowledged that a recent tax increase on businesses could result in wages rising less than expected. This follows a budget announcement where she raised taxes by around £40 billion ($52 billion) to fix what she claims is a gap in public finances and fund publ