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How Young Adults in Spain Navigate Porn's Influence on Their Relationships

January 18, 2026

Pornography has a big impact on how young adults see sex and gender. It can shape their views and actions, sometimes reinforcing unfair power dynamics. While many studies look at porn's general effects, few explore how young adults handle these influences in their own lives. A recent study dug into

health

Nurses Fighting for Fairness: A Look at HIV Care in the Philippines

January 18, 2026

Nursing groups have a big role to play in health care. They can set rules, help nurses grow, and push for fairness. This piece talks about how feminist ideas can help these groups do even more for people with HIV. Feminism is about respect, seeing the big picture, working together, and caring for o

opinion

What's Happening to Men and Masculinity?

January 18, 2026

The conversation about men and masculinity is getting complicated. Some people think feminism is taking over this talk. But what's really going on? Two men, Josh Hawley and Adam Lane Smith, have different views. Hawley wrote a book about being a man, especially a Christian man. Smith helps people b

opinion

Queer Moms: Breaking the Mold and Challenging Norms

January 18, 2026

Queer theory often overlooks the role of mothers. It suggests that having kids is not something queer people should do. This idea links being a mother to being straight and following traditional norms. But queer moms are changing this narrative. Some people think that mothers pass down straight, tr

politics

New Jersey's New Governor Sparks Confusion with Resignation Requests

January 18, 2026

New Jersey is in a bit of a stir. The state's incoming governor, Sherrill, has asked long-time government workers to hand in their resignation letters. This isn't typical. Usually, only top officials get this request when a new governor comes in. But this time, it's different. People who have worked

health

Hearing Loss and Health: What's the Connection?

January 18, 2026

Hearing loss is more common than you think. Over 1. 5 billion people around the world struggle with it. It's not just about missing out on conversations. It can also lead to feeling lonely and even affect your brain's health. But here's something you might not know: hearing loss could be linked to h

politics

Funding Fight: Schumer Pushes Back Against Cuts

January 18, 2026

Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is making a strong case to undo recent budget cuts and even boost funding for key programs. He shared his plans at a recent event hosted by the Center for American Progress. Schumer's focus is on reversing the cuts made by the Department of Government

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Government Cuts Billions in Wasteful Contracts

January 18, 2026

In a surprising move, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) revealed that federal agencies have canceled or reduced 42 contracts worth $1. 5 billion over just five days. This action saved taxpayers $269 million. One of the contracts was for $1. 2 million to hire a full-time director for gen

politics

Thinking Before You Act: A Lesson for New Orleans' Leadership

January 18, 2026

New Orleans is in a tough spot. It's got money problems, climate issues, and crumbling infrastructure. The city needs smart leaders who can handle these challenges without making things worse. But lately, it seems like some leaders are repeating old mistakes instead of learning from them. Take Mayo

environment

East Coast Wind Farms Get Green Light: What This Means for Your Power Bill

January 18, 2026

The East Coast is breathing a sigh of relief as three major offshore wind projects get the go-ahead to resume construction. This comes after a series of court rulings that shot down the Trump administration's attempts to halt work on these projects. The projects in question are Revolution Wind off R