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Unions Fight Back Against Government Data Access

December 20, 2025

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

politics

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

politics

Lawmaker Challenges FAA on Funding Cuts for Airport Solar Project

December 20, 2025

Rep. Andre Carson recently questioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about cuts to aviation grants, specifically targeting the termination of funds for a solar farm upgrade at Indianapolis International Airport. He argued that these cuts, made under the Department of Government Efficiency

science

A New Leader for NASA: Jared Isaacman's Vision for Space Exploration

December 20, 2025

Jared Isaacman, a successful entrepreneur, has taken the reins as NASA's new chief. His journey to this role was not straightforward. Initially nominated by President Donald Trump, his nomination was withdrawn, only to be reinstated later. Isaacman is no stranger to space. He led the first all-civil

crime

How a Facebook Group Helped Catch a Serial Offender

December 20, 2025

A man in Colorado has been found guilty of multiple sexual assaults. David Kats, aged 56, was convicted on 17 counts, including 12 for sexual assault. This case is unique because the victims found each other through a Facebook group called “Are We Dating the Same Guy? ” This group is usually used to

sports

Coach's Career Ends After Controversial Relationship and Alcohol Claims

December 20, 2025

Brian Smith, former head football coach at Ohio University, found himself in hot water. The school decided to let him go for two main reasons. First, he was involved with an undergraduate student. Second, there were claims that he showed up to a public event smelling like alcohol. This all led to hi

politics

A Week of Shocking Events and Big Announcements

December 20, 2025

A man suspected of killing two students at Brown University and an MIT professor was found dead in a storage unit. He was a former student at Brown and had no criminal record in the US. The six-day manhunt ended with praise for the law enforcement teams involved. In Australia, a tragic shooting at

politics

Supreme Court: A Broken System?

December 20, 2025

The Supreme Court is in big trouble. Two smart professors, Ryan Doerfler from Harvard and Samuel Moyn from Yale, think it's too late to fix. They say the court has lost its way, especially since Donald Trump's second term. The conservative justices have been making big decisions that help Trump and

politics

Young Lives on Hold: It's Time to Pass the Dream Act

December 20, 2025

The debate around immigration can be tough to follow. But one thing is clear: most Americans agree that Dreamers should have a path to citizenship. These are young people who grew up in the U. S. , went to school here, and built lives here. Yet, they face an uncertain future. Recently, the Dream Ac

sports

Money Talks in College Sports: The New Game Changer

December 20, 2025

College sports are changing fast. Big money is pouring in. And it's all thanks to name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. Texas Tech University System Chancellor Brandon Creighton recently shared his thoughts on this hot topic. Creighton believes that NIL deals are reshaping college sports. They bri