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Picking the Next Fed Chief: A Tricky Task Ahead

December 21, 2025

The search for the next Federal Reserve chair is heating up, with President Donald Trump expected to make a decision soon. Three main candidates are in the running: Kevin Warsh, Kevin Hassett, and Christopher Waller. All three have promised to uphold the Fed's independence, but they also share a pre

crypto

Crypto Rules: What's Holding Up the Big Vote?

December 21, 2025

Lawmakers are still figuring out how to regulate cryptocurrency. They wanted to have a big vote on it this year, but it looks like they won't make it in time. Now, they're aiming for early 2026, but there are some big hurdles to overcome. First, there are some key disagreements. One big issue is ho

education

The Struggle for School: Rohingya Refugees and the Right to Learn

December 21, 2025

The Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face a tough reality when it comes to education. Despite international laws that promise everyone the right to learn, these promises often stay just that—promises. The Rohingyas, who fled violence in Myanmar, find themselves in a tricky situation. Bangladesh has t

politics

Money Talks: Why the U. S. Chooses Weapons Over Climate Aid

December 20, 2025

The U. S. has a strange way of spending money. Since 2015, it has poured $79 billion into helping other countries buy American weapons. That's a lot of cash! But when it comes to fighting climate change, the U. S. has only put in $2 billion into the Green Climate Fund. This fund helps countries that

education

Chicago Schools Facing Heat Over Teacher Misconduct

December 20, 2025

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is under fire for its handling of teacher misconduct cases. A child advocate and a former student recently spoke out, urging the school board to take stronger action. Tania Haigh, president of KIDS TOO, a child advocacy group, told board members that the current approach

politics

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

December 20, 2025

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

finance

Japan's Finance Minister Speaks Out on Currency Chaos

December 20, 2025

Japan's finance chief, Satsuki Katayama, has raised concerns about the yen's wild ride in the currency markets. She warned that Japan might step in if things get too crazy. This comes after the yen took a nosedive, even though the Bank of Japan had just raised interest rates. Katayama was talking t

finance

Tech Giants Strike a Deal: TikTok Gets a Stay of Execution

December 19, 2025

TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, has managed to avoid a ban in the United States. This came after a deal was struck with Oracle, a major tech company. The deal means TikTok can keep operating in the U. S. for now. Oracle's stock price went up after the news. This is a big win for TikTok and it

politics

Ukraine Hits Back: Striking Russian Tankers and Seeking Peace

December 19, 2025

In a bold move, Ukraine has taken its fight against Russia to the Mediterranean Sea. The country's intelligence agency, the SBU, claims to have struck a Russian oil tanker, part of what's known as the "shadow fleet. " This fleet is accused of helping Russia dodge sanctions and fund its war efforts.

politics

EU and South America Trade Deal Hits Another Snag

December 19, 2025

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