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A New Bill Takes Aim at Transgender Youth Care

December 18, 2025

A recent vote in the House has sparked controversy. A bill that could land doctors in jail for providing gender-affirming care to minors has passed. This bill, called the \'Protect Children’s Innocence Act\', was introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. It seeks to make such care a serious crime. ...

environment

How Plants Can Help Clean Up Pollution in Karst Areas

December 18, 2025

Karst areas face a big problem with pollution from sulfonamide antibiotics. These chemicals are hard to break down naturally in these regions because there isn't much carbon and water moves quickly through the ground. This leaves the groundwater dirty and increases the risk of antibiotic resistance.

environment

Canada's Green Fund Turns Fines into Fixes

December 16, 2025

Canada's Environmental Damages Fund is celebrating 30 years of turning penalties into positive change. Recently, the government announced a $10. 6 million boost for 23 new projects focused on nature conservation and restoration. This fund, established in 1995, has been using money from environmental

education

The Professor Who Danced Between Two Worlds

December 16, 2025

In the heart of Los Angeles, a science professor found herself leading a double life. By day, she stood in front of a classroom, explaining complex scientific concepts to her students. By night, she transformed into a trapeze artist, performing in a bustling nightclub. This dual existence was not a

education

Unlocking Reading Potential: How Charleston Schools Are Closing the Literacy Gap

December 16, 2025

In Charleston County, a new teaching method is making waves. Orton-Gillingham, a structured, multisensory approach to literacy, is helping students who struggled with reading. This method is not just for kids with dyslexia. It benefits all learners by focusing on phonics and how letters and sounds c

health

Health Insurance: Happy but Not Perfect

December 14, 2025

Most people in the U. S. are content with their health insurance. A recent survey shows that 82% of adults are satisfied with their coverage. Older adults, in particular, are very happy, with 90% expressing satisfaction. Those on Medicare and Medicaid are also quite pleased, with about 9 in 10 sayin

crime

Why Did a Psychiatric Patient Get Released Before Attacking a Tourist?

December 14, 2025

A troubling incident at Macy's Herald Square has raised questions about New York's mental health system. A woman, recently released from a psychiatric facility, allegedly stabbed a tourist while she was changing her baby in a bathroom. The attacker, Kerri Aherne, claimed voices in her head told her

lifestyle

From Attic Beads to Sparkling Success: A Jewelry Journey

December 13, 2025

In the heart of East Northport, a unique story unfolds. Rebecca Geraghty, a local mom, has transformed a forgotten box of beads into a thriving jewelry business. It all began with a chance discovery in her attic. She stumbled upon beads from her childhood and decided to create something new. This si

politics

The GOP's Health Care Headache: Why Republicans Can't Let Go of the Past

December 12, 2025

The Affordable Care Act (ACA), often called Obamacare, has become a major political challenge for Republicans. Despite its growing popularity, with 57 percent of Americans now supporting it, the GOP recently voted to let key subsidies expire. This decision could lead to significant premium hikes for

health

Healthcare Costs and Political Battles: What's Happening in Washington?

December 11, 2025

In Washington, healthcare is a hot topic, but not for the reasons you might think. A recent House hearing on how technology can help lower healthcare costs quickly turned into a political showdown. Republicans blamed Democrats for rising costs, while Democrats pointed to other factors. Meanwhile, th