LND topic: uts page 46

uts

LA Mayor Silent on Wildfires in Airport Confrontation

January 9, 2025

LA Mayor Karen Bass returned to a city on fire, both literally and politically, after a trip to Ghana. When Sky News journalist David Blevins cornered her at the airport, Bass refused to discuss the wildfires. "No, I'm not going to do that, " she said. Blevins pressed on, asking if she had anything

sports

Coach Belichick: NFL Teams Knocking Again

January 8, 2025

Bill Belichick, the head coach of the University of North Carolina, is being contacted by several NFL teams, including the Raiders. Despite his $10 million buyout and his commitment to UNC, teams are showing interest. Tom Brady, a minority owner of the Raiders, has even reached out to Belichick. It'

politics

Jimmy Carter: The Unconventional President Comes Home

January 7, 2025

Former President Jimmy Carter isn't your typical Washington insider, and the feeling is mutual. He's heading back to the nation's capital this Tuesday, not for a celebration of his presidency, but for an official recognition after his life. The grand ceremony is more about following procedures than

politics

Trump’s Big Plan: One Bill, Many Battles

January 6, 2025

Donald Trump is teaming up with top Republicans in Congress to create a single, massive bill that includes all his major goals, like tougher immigration rules, tax cuts, and more military spending. This plan might cause big political fights because some Republicans don’t like it. The House has a ver

education

How Neighborhoods Shape Parental Involvement in Kids' Learning

January 3, 2025

Ever wondered how your neighborhood could affect your kids' education? Research has already shown that where you live can help or hinder kids' growth, but it's less clear how exactly neighborhoods do this. A recent study combined maps and surveys to figure out how different neighborhood resources an

technology

WatchOS 11. 2: New Health Features for Your Apple Watch

January 2, 2025

Get ready for some exciting changes on your Apple Watch with the latest WatchOS 11. 2 update! This version focuses on health and safety features that could really make a difference. For starters, if you own an Apple Watch Series 10, Series 9, or Ultra 2, you can now track signs of sleep apnea. The w

politics

Billionaire Bigwigs Push for Budget Cuts: What's the Deal with US Federal Spending?

December 29, 2024

Ever wondered how the government spends our tax dollars? Well, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the dynamic billionaire duo heading the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are on a mission to chop at least $2 trillion off the federal budget. They're eyeing big targets like the IRS

science

Suni Williams' Space Stay Extended: Concerns Grow

December 25, 2024

Astronaut Suni Williams, 59, has been in space since June, and her return home has been delayed twice. Recently, NASA shared a photo of Williams and her colleague, astronaut Don Pettit, wearing Santa hats during the holidays. Many people expressed concern about their well-being, as Williams and her

politics

Could Texas Follow DC's DOGE Plan?

December 23, 2024

You've heard of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in DC. But what about Texas? State reps like David Lowe and Brian Harrison are talking about creating their own DOGE. They think the Texas Film Commission is a great place to start cutting waste. But can t

politics

Economist Miran: Trump's New Economic Advisor

December 23, 2024

Hey, let's talk about Stephen Miran! You might remember him from Trump's first term, when he was a Treasury adviser. Well, guess who's back? Stephen's been tapped by Trump to lead the Council of Economic Advisers. This isn't just any job, folks. This three-person team tells the president what's up w