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Unions are pushing back against the government's attempt to dismiss their lawsuit. They say the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is still active, so the case should go forward. The Trump administration claims the lawsuit is no longer relevant, but the unions disagree. This legal battle is

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

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

U. S. and Taiwan Strengthen Defense Ties Amid Rising Tensions

The United States has recently announced a significant arms deal with Taiwan, valued at $11. 1 billion. This package includes advanced weaponry like High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and M109 self-propelled howitzers, along with anti-tank missiles and loitering munitions. This deal ma

celebrities

Britney Spears' Cabo Getaway and the Mystery Men

Britney Spears recently enjoyed a relaxing trip to Cabo for her birthday. She spent her time doing yoga, reading, and shopping. She also had some friends over, including Paris Hilton and her kids. Britney shared a cute video of her bonding with Hilton's son, Phoenix, on Instagram. There have been s

technology

How a Controversial Camera System Helped Track Down a Shooter

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

business

Portland's Schoolhouse: A Sudden Goodbye

Schoolhouse, a beloved home decor store in Portland, just said goodbye to most of its workers. This news comes after a long time of money troubles at its parent company, Food52. Food52, based in New York, bought Schoolhouse a few years ago for a big sum. But now, things are not looking good. In a q

EU and South America Trade Deal Hits Another Snag

The European Union has once again delayed signing a trade agreement with Mercosur, the South American trade bloc. This time, the signing was pushed back to January, marking yet another delay in a process that has been ongoing for 25 years. The EU's top official, Ursula von der Leyen, expressed hope

finance

Big Moves in Markets, Sports, and More: What's Shaking Up the World?

The financial world is buzzing with big news. First off, there's a lot of talk about "quadruple witching. " This is a rare event where options on stocks, indexes, and futures all expire on the same day. It happens only four times a year, and this time, it's expected to be huge. Goldman Sachs predict

Caribbean Nations Brace for Economic Fallout from U. S. Travel Ban

The recent U. S. decision to expand travel restrictions to include Antigua and Barbuda, as well as Dominica, has sent shockwaves through the Caribbean. This move, effective January 1, targets countries with citizenship-by-investment programs and weak passport security, according to the White House. ...

business

UAW Leadership Shake-Up: What's Next for the Union?