POLICY

Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Trump's Second Term: A Year of Big Changes

Donald Trump is back in the White House and making big moves. In just one year, he's changed many policies and laws. Some people like what he's doing, while others are worried. Let's look at what he's done so far. First, Trump promised to stop illegal immigration. He's made it harder for people to

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Dec 28 2025HEALTH

Helping Minds Heal: The Value of Support for HIV Patients

Living with HIV has become more manageable thanks to antiretroviral therapy (ART). This treatment has extended lives and improved well-being. Yet, many people with HIV still struggle with physical, emotional, and social issues. Addressing these challenges is crucial for overall health. Psychologica

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

America's Farmers Feel the Heat from New Regulations

American farmers are facing a tough time. They grow corn and soybeans, which are used to make many products. These products help families, businesses, and supply chains all over the country. But now, some people in Washington are making new rules that hurt farmers and make food more expensive. One

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Year: Economic Wins and Public Doubts

Trump's first year in office has been a mix of big claims and public skepticism. He's proud of the economy, saying it's stronger than ever. He points to a 4. 3% growth in GDP and claims his tariffs are the reason. But not everyone agrees. Inflation is still around 2. 7%, which is better than before

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Year of Shaking Things Up: What Trump Has Done in His Second Term

Trump is back in the White House, and he's not holding back. In just one year, he's made big changes that have people talking. He's cracked down on immigration, making it harder for people to cross the border and changing who gets to come to the U. S. as refugees. He's also been busy undoing diversi

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Dec 27 2025HEALTH

Vaccines and Autism: Setting the Record Straight

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the Secretary of Health and Human Services, has been a vocal proponent of the idea that vaccines lead to autism. This idea, however, is not supported by any solid evidence. Kennedy's background is in environmental law, not medicine or science, which raises questions about his

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Dec 27 2025FINANCE

A Pioneer in Pakistan's Economic Landscape Passes Away

In the world of economics, few names stand out as much as Shamshad Akhtar's. She was a trailblazer, the first woman to lead Pakistan's central bank. At 71, she left behind a legacy that spanned decades and touched many aspects of Pakistan's economic life. Akhtar's career was marked by significant m

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Dec 27 2025OPINION

Portland's Needle Exchange Dilemma: Fear vs. Public Health

Portland is at a crossroads. The mayor is thinking about changing the city's needle exchange policy. This policy gives out clean needles to people who use drugs. The idea is to stop the spread of diseases like HIV and hepatitis C. But some people are upset about finding used needles in public places

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

UK Police Ditch Non-Crime Hate Records: A Step Towards Common Sense?

UK police are making a big change. They want to stop recording non-crime hate incidents (NCHIs). These are things that aren't crimes but are thought to be motivated by hate. Police chiefs think this system isn't working well. They say it takes officers away from real crime and might hurt free speech

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Turn for a South African in the U. S.

Benjamin Schoonwinkel, a 59-year-old South African, thought he would find a new life in the United States. He had heard President Trump's words about welcoming white South Africans who felt they were being treated unfairly. So, he decided to make the journey. But things didn't go as planned. Instea

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