Thursday is a big day for economists and folks keeping an eye on their wallets. That's when the latest inflation report comes out, giving us a peek at how much prices have changed. This is the first time in almost two months we're getting fresh data, thanks to that long government shutdown messing t
The Kennedy Center, a famous performing arts hub in Washington, D. C. , is getting a new name. It will now be called the Trump-Kennedy Center. The decision came from the center's board of trustees, who were all appointed by President Trump earlier this year. The change is said to honor President Tr
Federal jobs were once seen as stable and rewarding, but under Trump's administration, things changed drastically. Many workers faced layoffs, buyouts, and a chaotic work environment. By the end of 2025, around 317, 000 federal employees will have left their jobs, according to the Office of Personne
Donald Trump has set up a unique display at the White House, called the “Presidential Walk of Fame. ” It features plaques with statements about each U. S. president’s time in office. However, some of these claims are not entirely accurate. For instance, Trump’s plaque about his own term includes th
Priscilla Villarreal, a local news reporter in Laredo, Texas, found herself in handcuffs for doing her job. She was not stealing or committing a violent act. Instead, she was asking questions, something journalists do every day. But in her case, local officials saw her work as a crime. They used an
Ever wondered why dentists always stress about enamel? It's because once it's gone, it's gone for good. But now, scientists have cooked up a special gel that might just change that. This gel is like a superhero for your teeth, helping to grow back the protective layer that keeps them strong and heal
The U. S. government recently proposed new rules that could make it harder for transgender children to get certain medical treatments. These rules aim to stop hospitals from using federal money, like Medicaid and Medicare, to pay for gender-affirming care. This includes treatments like puberty block
LifeWise Academy is making waves in Everett Public Schools, and not everyone is happy about it. The group claims they're just trying to help, but critics say they're pushing religion into public schools, which is a big no-no. The founder of LifeWise, Joel Penton, has written a book called "During S
Free speech is a hot topic. It always has been. But why is it so hard for some people to grasp? This question came up during a recent discussion in Des Moines. The event marked 50 years since a bomb exploded at a Quaker meeting house. The bomb was likely set by someone who didn't like the Quakers' s
True crime stories are everywhere these days. They are on podcasts, TV shows, and documentaries. Many families of victims share their stories hoping it will help solve the case. But this can be really tough on them. Research shows that these stories can make things worse for the families. They ofte
