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Switzerland's Military: Can It Handle a Big Attack?

December 27, 2025

Switzerland's military leader has some tough things to say. He thinks the country isn't ready for a full-blown attack. Thomas Suessli, who's stepping down as the head of Switzerland's armed forces, shared his thoughts in an interview. He said that while Switzerland can handle smaller threats, like c

politics

Making a Difference: Meet the Leaders Shaping Massachusetts' Tomorrow

December 27, 2025

In the past year, a spotlight has been shone on the people driving progress in Massachusetts. From business leaders to politicians, social media stars to young athletes, these individuals are making waves across the state. But who are they, and what makes them stand out? Black leaders in Massachuse

politics

The Struggle Over Europe's Biggest Nuclear Plant

December 27, 2025

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe, is at the heart of a complex dispute between Ukraine and Russia. This plant, seized by Russia in early 2022, has become a significant point of contention in the ongoing conflict. The U. S. has stepped in with a proposal for joint managemen

politics

Who's Behind the Mystery Money Attacking Georgia's Lt. Governor?

December 27, 2025

In Georgia politics, a shadowy group is spending big bucks to attack Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. They call themselves "Georgians for Integrity" and have poured around $5 million into ads, mailers, and texts. The ads claim Jones is using his office to make himself rich. But who is really behind this group?

politics

Italy's Big Change: Less Oversight, More Debate

December 27, 2025

Italy's government just made a bold move. They passed a new law that reduces the power of the court that checks how public money is spent. This court, known as the Court of Auditors, has been a strong watchdog, making sure Italy and the EU's rules are followed. The new law limits the court's abilit

health

New York Takes a Stand: Social Media Gets a Health Warning

December 27, 2025

New York is making a bold move to protect young people from the potential dangers of social media. Starting now, platforms with features like infinite scrolling and auto-play will have to show warnings about the possible harm they can cause to mental health. This new law is part of a growing trend,

science

Science Keeps Moving Forward, Even When It's Under Fire

December 27, 2025

Science had a rough time in the United States. Many research grants were put on hold or canceled. This included over 3, 800 grants from big organizations like the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. NASA faced threats of major budget cuts. Top scientists are leaving th

politics

Virginians Say No to Healthcare Cuts

December 27, 2025

Virginians are not happy with the recent healthcare changes. A big group of people, nearly four times more, want Congress to keep the tax credits that help pay for health insurance. These credits expired at the end of last year because Congress did not extend them. Without them, many people might lo

health

Health Insurance Costs: A Growing Burden in 2026

December 27, 2025

People are feeling the pinch as health insurance costs rise sharply in 2026. The main reason? The U. S. Senate did not extend pandemic-era tax credits that helped make Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance more affordable. This decision is hitting hard, especially for those who can least afford it. M

environment

Colorado's Gas Pipeline Rules: Are They Strong Enough?

December 27, 2025

Colorado's recent push to tighten its rules on natural gas pipelines has sparked debate. The state's Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has backed most of the recommendations from an administrative law judge. These rules aim to strengthen the regulation of the vast network of gas pipelines crisscross