The sudden halt of operations at major ports along the Atlantic coast has thrown the Biden administration into a delicate balancing act. Thousands of longshore workers, represented by the International Longshoremen's Association, have walked out in protest over wages and job protections. The dispute
In a surprising turn of events, the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) has decided to pause their three-day strike involving 45,000 dockworkers on the East and Gulf coasts. This temporary suspension could potentially boost the US economy by avoiding shortages and price increases that mig
As the storm clouds of controversy swirl around it, one thing is clear: SpaceX's Starlink internet service is bringing light to areas ravaged by Hurricane Helene. The Biden administration has deployed dozens of ground-based units to support recovery efforts, while private citizens and organizations
As dockworkers strike along the East and Gulf coasts, some manufacturers and retailers are asking President Joe Biden to step in. They want him to use a law from 1947 called Taft-Hartley. This law lets presidents pause strikes for 80 days so companies and unions can talk things out. The dockwor
The US Department of Interior has set an auction date of October 29th for the first-ever sale of offshore wind energy leases in the Gulf of Maine. This significant move marks a major step forward in the country's efforts to transition to cleaner, renewable energy sources. The auction, which includes
When it comes to restrictive abortion laws, it's not uncommon for lawmakers to claim that the sole intention is to protect the unborn. However, a recent development in the US court system has raised concerns that these efforts could have far-reaching implications for other aspects of healthcare beyo
The final week of July begins with cryptocurrency investors bracing themselves for a potentially volatile ride. After a weekend of political developments and central bank meetings on the horizon, Bitcoin and Ether are experiencing a reversal in their gains. But what's driving this market movement, a
The Supreme Court has put on hold the latest plan from the Biden administration to lower payments for millions of borrowers, pending the outcome of lawsuits making their way through lower courts. The plan aimed to provide a faster path to loan cancellation and reduce monthly income-based repayments
Donald Trump's recent comments about Jewish Americans who vote for Democrats have sparked widespread outrage and criticism. In an interview, Trump claimed that Jews who vote for Democrats "hate Israel" and their religion, and that they should be ashamed of themselves. But what's behind Trump's words
When the internet is abuzz with controversy, it's essential to take a step back, grab a critical thinking hat, and examine the evidence. The recent claims about the White House Easter egg art contest, supposedly banning "religious symbols" and "overtly religious themes" from the event, are a prime e
