New York's child care system is in dire need of an overhaul. The current situation is pushing many families to leave the state, and it's not just about the money. It's about the lack of access to quality, affordable child care for all. Right now, only a tiny fraction of 3-year-olds and less than ha
The Trump administration made waves this Christmas by sharing religious messages from official government accounts. While many politicians stuck to general holiday greetings, several Cabinet members and agencies posted messages centered around Jesus and the religious significance of Christmas. Defe
The upcoming verdict in the 1MDB case against former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak is more than just a legal matter. It's a test for the current government's stability. Najib, who is already serving time for earlier convictions, faces more charges. These involve the alleged transfer of aroun
The Department of Education has a massive backlog of student loan applications. As of November 30, 802, 730 applications for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans are still pending. This delay is causing stress for many borrowers. In November, the department approved loan discharges for 170 borrowers
Bitcoin is acting a bit unpredictable these days. It's like a rollercoaster that can't decide if it's going up, down, or sideways. The price is around $87, 609, but it's been bouncing between $84, 640 and $94, 408. Some tools say it might go up to $91, 771 next month, but who knows? Now, imagine us
A growing number of House Republicans are choosing to leave their congressional seats to run for governor. This trend is notable, with 10 Republicans currently seeking gubernatorial positions, the highest number from either party since 1974. Many of these lawmakers believe they can have a greater im
Massachusetts is in a tough spot with health insurance. Thousands of people are losing coverage or struggling to find affordable plans. Governor Maura Healey is looking for ways to help them. She mentioned this on GBH News' Boston Public Radio. The problem started with the end of enhanced premium t
Four governors from the East Coast have a problem with the Trump administration's decision to pause wind energy projects. They think it's not about safety but something else. The governors from New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island wrote a letter. They asked the government to lift t
In a swift turn of events, ICE officer Victor Mojica was reinstated to his position within three days of being placed on leave after a viral video showed him forcefully pushing a woman to the ground. The incident, which took place in a New York immigration court, sparked widespread criticism and led
In the early hours of a Thursday, Intel's CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, faced an unexpected challenge: a public attack from the U. S. President. The president accused Tan of having conflicts of interest due to his past investments in China. This was a surprise to many, as Tan had not been a regular in political
