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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Choices: What's Changing and Why It Matters

Recent changes in the U. S. vaccine schedule have sparked concerns. The government has decided to take out six vaccines from the usual list. This move might make some parents unsure about vaccinating their kids. Experts in child health and disease prevention still back these vaccines. They fear tha

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

New U. S. Dietary Guidelines: A Shift in Alcohol Advice

The U. S. recently updated its dietary guidelines, and one big change stands out: the advice on alcohol. Instead of giving specific drink limits, the new guidelines just say to "limit alcoholic beverages. " This is a shift from the old rules, which suggested different limits for men and women. The

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Maryland's Bold Move on Vaccine Rules

Maryland is making waves with a new plan. The state wants to take control of its own vaccine schedule. This means they might not follow the federal government's recommendations anymore. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently changed their list of routine shots for kids. This

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Music and Politics: Why Artists Are Walking Away from the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, a famous stage for music and art, is facing a wave of cancellations. Artists are choosing to step back, and it's not just about music anymore. It's about something bigger: politics. Sonia De Los Santos, a singer known for her uplifting songs about immigrants, was supposed to per

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Jan 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

Colorado's Coal Conundrum: A Costly Detour

The recent decision to keep the Craig coal power plant running longer is a step backward for Colorado. It ignores science, harms the environment, and will likely raise electricity bills. This move is part of a pattern of disregarding expert advice and economic realities. The plant was supposed to c

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Jan 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Climate Change Denial and Its Impact on America

The planet is heating up. This is not a debate. Scientists worldwide, backed by countless studies, agree that human activities, especially burning fossil fuels, are the main drivers of climate change. Yet, despite overwhelming evidence, some leaders continue to dismiss these facts. One such leader

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Housing Head Supports Trump's Plan to Limit Investor Home Buys

A top housing official has praised President Donald Trump's recent proposal to prevent large investors from purchasing single-family homes. Bill Pulte, who leads the Federal Housing Finance Agency, believes this move could revive the housing market, which he claims has suffered under the previous ad

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

U. S. Court Says It Can't Order Gaza Evacuations

In a recent ruling, a U. S. judge dismissed a lawsuit that sought emergency evacuations for Palestinian Americans stuck in Gaza. The judge, Virginia Kendall, said she couldn't interfere with the government's foreign policy decisions, even though she understood the tough situation these people are in

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

How States Stack Up in School Funding

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Subsidies: A Political Battle in the U. S. House

The U. S. House of Representatives, led by Republicans, is set to approve a bill backed by Democrats. This bill aims to reinstate healthcare subsidies that expired, helping many Americans avoid higher costs for health coverage. The Senate, also controlled by Republicans, had earlier turned down a s

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