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New Guidelines for Hepatitis B Vaccines: What Parents Need to Know

December 17, 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shifted its stance on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns. Instead of universally recommending the vaccine at birth, the CDC now suggests that mothers who test negative for the virus should discuss with their healthcare providers about delaying

politics

Tech Giants and the Electricity Bill Debate

December 17, 2025

Three senators are digging into whether big tech companies are making regular people pay more for electricity because of their huge data centers. These centers use a lot of power, and the senators want to know if the companies are being fair about the costs. The senators, Elizabeth Warren, Chris Va

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More Countries Face U. S. Travel Limits

December 17, 2025

The U. S. government has added 20 more countries to its travel ban list. This means people from these countries will find it harder to visit or move to the U. S. The new rules start on January 1st. Five countries now face a complete ban. These are Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria.

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Healthcare Subsidies Left in Limbo as Congress Wraps Up

December 17, 2025

The clock is ticking on a crucial healthcare issue. As the House of Representatives nears the end of its session, a key aspect of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is at risk. The premium tax credits, which help many Americans afford health insurance, are set to expire soon. The House Republicans have b

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Gun Rights Clash in the Virgin Islands: A Legal Showdown

December 17, 2025

The U. S. Justice Department has taken a bold step by suing the Virgin Islands Police Department. The reason? They claim the department is violating the Constitution by making it too hard for people to get gun permits. This is the first big case since the Justice Department set up a new team to focu

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How Voting Rules Shape Your Friend's Registration Choice

December 17, 2025

In the U. S. , more people are choosing not to align with a political party. This trend is noticeable in states like Florida and North Carolina, where many voters are unaffiliated. These states also have different rules for primary elections. Florida has closed primaries, meaning only party members

crypto

Bitwise's Bold Bitcoin Predictions for 2026

December 17, 2025

Bitwise, a big name in crypto investments, is making some bold predictions for Bitcoin in 2026. They think Bitcoin will hit new highs, breaking the usual four-year cycle pattern. This cycle pattern is known for three strong years followed by a big drop in the fourth year. But Bitwise thinks things a

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Crypto in the UK: Fewer People, Bigger Bets

December 17, 2025

In 2025, fewer adults in the UK owned cryptocurrency compared to the previous year, but those who did were investing more money. This shift was revealed in a recent survey. The number of crypto owners dropped to 8% in 2025 from 12% in 2024. However, this is still double the ownership rate from 2021,

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DC Crime Stats: A Closer Look at the Numbers Game

December 17, 2025

DC has been in the spotlight lately, and not just for the usual reasons. A recent report from the House Oversight Committee has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. It claims that former DC Police Chief Pamela Smith was involved in a scheme to fiddle with crime data. This isn't just about numbers

finance

Chicago's Big Money Move Hits a Snag

December 17, 2025

Chicago's mayor, Brandon Johnson, has a plan to borrow a huge amount of money. He wants to sell bonds worth $3. 8 billion. But not everyone is on board with this idea. One city council member, Alderman Bill Conway, is pushing back. He thinks the amount is too high. He wants to cut it down by more t