Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. Over 84, 000 people of Somali descent live in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area alone. Many fled war and found safety in Minnesota's welcoming environment. Most are U. S. citizens, with 87% of foreign-born Somalis having gained citizenship.
In Hong Kong, a tragic fire recently claimed many lives, but the aftermath has sparked even more controversy. The blaze, which destroyed seven apartment buildings and killed at least 159 people, has left the city reeling. As rescuers and firefighters worked to contain the flames, authorities faced a
A new savings plan called "Trump Accounts" has been introduced. It aims to help families save for their children's future. The government will give $1, 000 to each child born between 2025 and 2028. Families can add up to $5, 000 each year. Employers can also contribute up to $2, 500. The money must
Recent changes have been made to immigration policies. The U. S. government has decided to put a hold on many immigration processes for people from 19 specific countries. These countries are seen as high-risk. The decision includes a wide range of processes, like green card applications and naturali
A senator is pushing back against a decision that only rewards a small group of air traffic controllers and FAA technicians for working during a government shutdown. The Transportation Department plans to give a $10, 000 bonus, but only to those who didn't miss a single day of work during the 44-day
A year has passed since South Korea faced a dramatic test of its democratic values. The nation's president at the time, Yoon Suk Yeol, attempted to impose martial law, claiming the opposition was practicing a "legislative dictatorship. " This move sparked widespread public outrage, with thousands of
A group of health experts is debating whether newborns should still receive the hepatitis B vaccine right after birth. This vaccine is special because it's the first one designed to prevent cancer. Currently, health guidelines suggest that all babies get this shot within their first day of life. How
A decade after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished, the search is back on. Ocean Infinity, a U. S. marine robotics company, is set to resume the hunt for the missing plane starting December 30. This isn't their first attempt. They previously searched for about six weeks earlier this year but calle
Israel has put forward a new plan to manage the Dead Sea's mineral resources. The goal is to make more money from these resources while also protecting the environment. The current deal, held by ICL Group for 50 years, is set to end in 2030. The government wants to open this up to more companies, ho
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a swift overhaul of supervisory boards in the defence sector. This move comes after a major corruption scandal that has shaken the country. The scandal involves allegations of a $100-million kickback scheme, with senior energy officials and a fo
