Family gatherings during the holidays can be a mix of joy and stress. Many young adults, especially those with different political views than their relatives, dread these meetings. It's not uncommon for a liberal college student to feel uneasy about facing an uncle who strongly supports a certain po
The Trump administration has put forward new rules about gender transition treatments for minors. These rules aim to stop federal money from being used for certain medical steps, like puberty blockers and surgeries. The idea is to focus on treatments that are proven to work and to avoid turning kids
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has introduced new rules that could change how hospitals treat young people who want to change their gender. These rules might stop hospitals from getting federal money if they offer certain treatments to kids under 18. This includes treatments
House Republicans are moving forward with a health care plan that skips extending pandemic-era subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage. These subsidies, which helped many Americans afford health insurance, are set to expire at the end of the year. Speaker Mike Johnson had considered letting
The end of January is a crucial deadline for millions of Americans. Without action from Congress, healthcare costs could skyrocket or coverage could disappear for many. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded tax credits during the COVID-19 pandemic, making healthcare more affordable. But these credi
In Mexico City, a recent congress session took a wild turn. Instead of discussing important topics, lawmakers started pushing and pulling each other. It all began when female lawmakers started arguing. One gave a slap, and another pulled hair. Soon, more lawmakers joined in, making the room look lik
A recent study has stirred up a debate about saturated fats and their impact on heart health. The research, published in a medical journal, looked at 17 clinical trials involving over 66, 000 people. It found that cutting down on saturated fats can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes, but o
A U. S. representative is raising eyebrows over a recent decision by President Donald Trump. The decision allows Nvidia to sell its H200 chips to China. This move goes against previous policies from both Trump's and President Joseph Biden's administrations. Those policies restricted China's access t
The Indiana Senate is in the midst of a heated debate over a redistricting bill. The atmosphere is tense, with senators and protesters alike expressing strong opinions. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and believes the Senate should ba
Indiana's political scene has seen better days. A long-serving state senator recently shared his thoughts on the changes he's witnessed over his nearly two decades in the General Assembly. He remembers a time when debates were heated but respectful, guided by a shared sense of purpose and Hoosier pr
