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The Unseen Ripples of DOGE's Departure: A Closer Look at Microgrant Woes

December 20, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) might have left Washington, but its impact is still felt across the country. The agency's goal was to make the government more efficient and accountable. However, its actions had real consequences, especially in the area of public safety. One of the bi

technology

How a Controversial Camera System Helped Track Down a Shooter

December 20, 2025

A camera system called Flock played a big role in finding a shooter. It snapped pictures of a car linked to the person who shot an MIT professor. The car was a rented Nissan Sentra with a Florida license plate. Authorities used Flock's system to track the car's movements across different states. Bu

politics

U. S. Politicians Push Pentagon to Blacklist More Chinese Tech Companies

December 20, 2025

A group of nine U. S. politicians recently sent a letter to the Pentagon. They want the defense department to add more Chinese tech companies to a special list. This list includes companies that the U. S. believes help China's military. The politicians want to add companies like DeepSeek, Xiaomi, a

health

Gaza's Fight Against Hunger: A Fragile Victory

December 19, 2025

Gaza has avoided famine, but the situation is still dire. The recent ceasefire and improved aid access have helped, but the progress is shaky. Millions still face severe food shortages, and many families can't afford basic food items. The destruction of infrastructure and livelihoods makes it hard f

business

Is MCE Really a Better Deal for Contra Costa County?

December 19, 2025

MCE, or Marin Clean Energy, has been making waves in Contra Costa County. It promised cheaper and greener energy, breaking PG&E's monopoly. But is it really delivering? MCE is now mostly a Contra Costa operation. Fifteen of its nineteen cities, plus unincorporated areas, have joined. That's more cu

business

California's Tax Net Casts Wider Than Expected

December 19, 2025

California's tax authorities have expanded their reach, catching a Delaware-based LLC in their net. The company, Diet Standards LLC, uses Amazon's Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program. They store inventory in Amazon's California warehouses. From there, Amazon ships orders to customers. The California

technology

Unlocking Creativity: Adobe and Runway Team Up for AI-Powered Video Magic

December 19, 2025

Adobe and Runway have joined forces to revolutionize video creation. This partnership brings together Runway's cutting-edge video technology and Adobe's trusted creative tools. The goal? To make AI-powered video workflows more accessible and powerful for creators, studios, and brands. Adobe custome

finance

Canada's Big Banks: Strong but Watchful

December 18, 2025

Canada's top financial watchdog has decided to keep the extra safety net for the country's six largest banks at the same level. This safety net, called the domestic stability buffer, is currently set at 3. 5%. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) believes these banks are

environment

Gaza's Displaced Struggle Against Harsh Weather and War's Aftermath

December 18, 2025

The people of Gaza are facing a tough situation. They are already dealing with the effects of war. Now, heavy rains are making things worse. Many have lost their homes. They live in tents or makeshift shelters. These are not strong enough to protect them from the rain and wind. A worker from a UN a

health

Does Going to Church Help When You're Treated Badly?

December 18, 2025

A recent study looked at how going to church affects people's well-being, especially when they face discrimination. The idea was that religion might help protect people from the negative effects of being treated unfairly. The study used data from a big survey of Canadians in 2020. The findings were