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Who Joins What? A Look at Community Involvement Around the World

November 11, 2025

People all over the world take part in different kinds of communities. Some join groups that are not tied to any religion, like sports teams or book clubs. Others go to religious services. But who joins which kind of group? And does this change from one country to another? A recent study looked at

environment

California's Climate Stand: Newsom Steps Up at COP30

November 11, 2025

California Governor Gavin Newsom is making waves at the COP30 summit in Belem, Brazil. He's there to show that California is serious about fighting climate change, even if the U. S. government isn't. Newsom is meeting with leaders from around the world to talk about green technology and climate poli

science

How Underground Living Changes the Eyes of Mandarin Voles

November 11, 2025

Mandarin voles, small mammals that live mostly underground, have eyes that are different from their relatives that live above ground. Scientists wanted to see how living in the dark changes their vision. They compared Mandarin voles to Brandt's voles, which live above ground, and regular lab mice.

politics

West Virginia Guard's Stay in D. C. Gets Green Light

November 11, 2025

A judge has given the okay for West Virginia National Guard troops to stay in Washington D. C. This decision came after a legal battle started by a local group. The group argued that the governor didn't have the right to send the troops there. The governor's office said the deployment was legal und

environment

Money Talks: The Climate Finance Challenge

November 11, 2025

The world is facing a huge bill for climate change. Countries are trying to switch to clean energy and get ready for extreme weather. This costs a lot of money. The topic of who pays for this is getting more heated as the costs and risks grow. Climate finance is money from governments, banks, inves

politics

A Brazilian Photo in an Indian Election Mess

November 11, 2025

In a strange turn of events, a photo of a Brazilian woman has become the center of an election fraud controversy in India. The photo, taken in 2017 by photographer Matheus Ferrero, ended up being used in voter records for last year's elections. The woman in the photo, Larissa Nery, is now a hairdres

politics

The Financial Math Behind Trump's Tariff Plan: A Closer Look

November 11, 2025

A recent proposal by a prominent political figure involves using tariff money to send out annual checks to people. The idea is to give everyone $2, 000 each year, but not to those with high incomes. This plan is similar to the stimulus checks given during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, experts are

politics

High Court Keeps Same-Sex Marriage Rights Safe

November 11, 2025

The Supreme Court made a big decision recently. They chose not to reopen the case about same-sex marriage. This case, called Obergefell v. Hodges, was a huge deal in 2015. It made same-sex marriage legal across the United States. The court's decision came without any explanation. This shows that ev

lifestyle

Harnessing Feelings for Work Success: The DBT Approach

November 11, 2025

Work can be both exciting and draining. It's where we create, connect, and sometimes feel overwhelmed. The pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and navigate relationships can leave many feeling constantly on edge. But what if emotions weren't just distractions? What if they were valuable data? Dial

politics

Orange County's Mixed Reactions to Government Reopening Deal

November 11, 2025

The recent deal to end the longest government shutdown in U. S. history has sparked a wave of criticism from many House Democrats, particularly those representing Orange County. The bipartisan agreement, which aims to restart federal services and provide backpay to furloughed workers, has been met w