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Is Kansas City's New Stadium a Win or a Loss for Taxpayers?

December 24, 2025

Kansas is investing a massive amount of money into a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs. The total cost is expected to be around $3 billion, with the state contributing a significant portion of that, approximately $1. 8 billion. This is a lot of public funds being allocated to a private sports t

politics

U. S. Takes Aim at EU Figures Over Speech Rules

December 24, 2025

The U. S. has recently taken a bold step by imposing visa restrictions on several individuals, including a former EU official and activists. This move is part of a broader effort to challenge the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA), which aims to tackle hate speech and misinformation. U. S.

sports

Who's Running the Show? Top NFL Players to Watch in Week 17

December 24, 2025

Week 17 is a big deal in fantasy football. It's when many leagues decide their champions or third-place games. So, who are the top running backs to keep an eye on? Jahmyr Gibbs and Christian McCaffrey are at the top of the list. They're not just leading the pack; they're setting the pace. But they'

politics

New Rules Could Limit Healthcare for Transgender Youth

December 23, 2025

The Trump administration is planning to introduce new rules that could make it difficult for transgender youth to access healthcare. The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is considering penalties for hospitals and doctors who provide treatments like puberty blockers or surgeries to

crime

U. S. Takes Aim at Cartels Through Music and Visa Rules

December 23, 2025

In 2025, the Trump administration took a hard stance against cartels by targeting the entertainment industry. Musicians, DJs, and promoters found themselves under scrutiny for alleged ties to cartel money laundering or glorification of drug lords. This crackdown led to canceled tours, frozen assets,

technology

Can AI Help Us Give Better?

December 23, 2025

People in America are generous. In 2024, donations reached new heights, especially when families struggled with delays in food assistance. Yet, overall giving has stayed at 2. 5% of GDP for 50 years. The issue isn't a lack of caring. It's a lack of tools to turn that caring into real change. AI cou

science

Japan's H3 Rocket Faces Another Setback

December 22, 2025

Japan's latest attempt to expand its satellite navigation system hit a snag. The H3 rocket, launched from Tanegashima Space Center, failed to deliver the Michibiki 5 satellite into the correct orbit. This is not the first time the H3 has faced issues. It had a rocky start with a failed debut in Marc

weather

California's Heavy Rainfall Leads to Tragedy and Chaos

December 22, 2025

Northern California faced severe weather over the weekend, with heavy rain, snow, and strong winds causing chaos. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued flood-related alerts across the state, warning of dangerous conditions. In Redding, Shasta County, one person lost their life due to flash floo

finance

The Mega Money Chase: Powerball's $1. 6 Billion Prize

December 22, 2025

The Powerball lottery has reached a staggering $1. 6 billion prize, placing it among the top prizes in U. S. lottery history. This massive amount comes after Saturday's drawing, where no ticket matched all six winning numbers: 4, 5, 28, 52, 69, and the red Powerball 20. This means the prize has roll

politics

Detroit's Voting Problem: Simple Fixes, Big Impact

December 22, 2025

Detroit's city elections have seen a big drop in voter turnout over the past 20 years. In 2005, 41% of eligible voters showed up, but by 2021, that number had fallen to just 24%. This is much lower than the national average of 31% for big cities. Even though turnout inched up a bit in the latest ele