Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is making waves by calling on leaders of "sanctuary cities" to explain why they deserve federal funding. These cities typically don't help the federal government enforce tough immigration laws. Greene, now heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) u
Kids should feel safe at school, right? Unfortunately, many students worry about their safety due to increasing violence and mental health issues. A new law called the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act aims to change that. Passed after the Uvalde school shooting, this law wants to reduce violence and
A Queens Democrat, Robert Holden, recently penned a letter to top city and state leaders, including Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul. The core of his concern? The sanctuary policies in New York City and state, which he believes protect criminal migrants and put New Yorkers in danger. Holden argues th
Have you ever wondered how often women in China change their sanitary pads? A recent study set out to answer this question by looking at the habits of women in 28 different cities across the country. The study aimed to shed light on the frequency of pad changes and identify the key factors influenci
Bernie Sanders, a long-time progressive voice in the Senate, has expressed interest in joining the Finance Committee, which is set to be led by Republicans. This move would bring a strong advocate for social programs to the table, as Sanders aims to shield Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid fro
In today's politically divided world, the language we use can have a significant impact on how others perceive us and our beliefs. Researchers conducted two experiments with 1121 Democrats and Republicans in the United States. They found that people tend to trust speakers more when they use language
Julian Lewis, a rising star in American high school football, has switched his commitment to Colorado and Coach Deion Sanders, also known as "Coach Prime. " This decision came shortly after Lewis decided not to go to the University of Southern California (USC). Lewis shared his new plan on the Pat M
As President Trump prepares to step back into the White House, Los Angeles is stepping up to shield its immigrant community and LGBTQ students. The city council made a significant move by designating LA as a "sanctuary city, " which means local resources won’t be used to enforce federal immigration
Politically charged misinformation is a tricky beast. People often reject or accept it based on their beliefs, not facts. Some think it's because folks don't really care about the truth. But what happens when you offer a reward for telling it like it is? Previous tests showed that people's bias dro
Thirty years ago, Susan Smith shocked the world by drowning her two young sons and blaming a carjacking. Now, she's up for parole. The story of what happened that night is a complex one, involving a mix of personal struggles and societal expectations. Smith's parole hearing is set for Wednesday, and
