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Botswana's Economic Challenge: The Diamond Dilemma

December 19, 2025

Botswana is facing a tough economic situation. The country's main source of income, diamonds, is not doing well. This has led the government to change its growth expectations for the year. Earlier, they thought the economy would grow by 3. 3%. But now, they expect it to shrink by almost 1%. Diamond

politics

A Closer Look at Bill Pulte's Controversial Actions

December 4, 2025

Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), is under the microscope. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has started looking into his actions. This comes after some big names in politics asked them to. Pulte has been making waves. He sent some big names to the Justice

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Senators Raise Concerns Over Potential Abuse of Power in Criminal Referrals

November 18, 2025

Eight Democratic senators have raised eyebrows about the actions of Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). They're asking the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to look into whether Pulte has been using his position to target political opponents of President Donald Tr

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Senate Inches Toward Government Reopening Deal

November 10, 2025

The Senate is making slow progress towards ending the government shutdown. Senator John Thune, a key Republican from South Dakota, hinted that a spending agreement might be close. He mentioned a possible vote on Sunday evening, but it's still unclear if Democrats will support it. Democrats have bee

science

Ginger's Hidden Secrets: A Smarter Way to Study Its Powerful Compounds

July 29, 2025

Ever wondered what makes ginger so special? It's all about the gingerols and shogaols. These are the compounds that give ginger its unique kick and health benefits. But how do we study them? Enter HPLC, a cool technique that can separate and analyze these compounds with ease. Traditional methods ha

environment

Nagaon's Changing Face: What's Happening to Its Land?

July 28, 2025

Nagaon, a city in Assam, has been growing fast. But this growth is not always organized or well-planned. Over the last 30 years, the way land is used in Nagaon has changed a lot. More buildings are going up, while green spaces are shrinking. This is a big deal because it affects how people live and

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Frozen Funds: The Battle Over Electric Vehicle Money

May 23, 2025

The Trump administration is in a heated debate with a government watchdog over funds meant for electric vehicle charging stations. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report claiming that the Trump administration is breaking the law by not spending money as directed by Congress. Th

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The Unexpected Push: How DOGE is trying to influence beyond the government

May 17, 2025

DOGE has been on a mission to extend its influence. It often starts with a simple email, asking to embed staff in various organizations. This isn't just about government agencies. DOGE has been reaching out to all kinds of entities, even those outside the federal government. The Government Accounta

environment

Lakes and Heavy Metals: A Hidden Danger?

April 23, 2025

Lakes are often seen as peaceful places, but they can hide dangers. Heavy metals in freshwater lakes can be a big problem. These metals can harm both the lake's ecosystem and the people who eat fish from these lakes. This issue has not been studied much, especially in lakes affected by water diversi

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Three Nations Unite for Naval Showdown

March 11, 2025

In the Gulf of Oman, a significant military event unfolded as Iran, China, and Russia joined forces for their annual naval exercises. These drills, dubbed “Security Belt-2025, ” marked the fifth time these countries have collaborated in such a manner since 2019. The location, near the Iranian port o