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Farmers Win a Battle, But the War Isn't Over

December 24, 2025

Farmers across the UK are breathing a sigh of relief. The government has changed its mind about a plan to tax inherited farmland. Initially, they wanted to tax farms worth over £1 million. Now, they've raised that limit to £2. 5 million. This change came after months of protests from farmers and som

business

Wage Garnishment Returns for Student Loan Defaulters

December 24, 2025

Starting in early 2026, the U. S. Education Department plans to resume taking money directly from the paychecks of people who haven't paid their student loans in over 9 months. This practice, called wage garnishment, was put on hold during the pandemic. The department says they will begin by sending

politics

Hope in Yemen: Biggest Prisoner Swap Deal Yet

December 24, 2025

Yemen's civil war has been going on for a long time. It started in 2014 when the Houthis took over the capital. Things got worse in 2015 when a Saudi-led coalition got involved. Since then, the fighting has caused a lot of suffering. Recently, there's a bit of good news. The Houthis and the Saudi-b

politics

A Deadly Crash: Libya's Military Chief and Others Lose Their Lives in Turkey

December 24, 2025

A plane crash in Turkey has taken the lives of Libya's military chief and six others. The incident happened just after takeoff from Ankara, the country's capital. The plane, a Falcon 50 business jet, was heading back to Libya when it went down near the village of Kesikkavak. Turkish officials say th

health

Helping Families Navigate FASD Together

December 24, 2025

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a big deal. It's not just about the child who has it. It affects the whole family. Kids with FASD struggle with school, moving their bodies, talking, and making plans. This can be tough on parents and siblings too. So, what can families do to cope? A lot of

health

Parkinson's Disease: A Growing Challenge Worldwide

December 24, 2025

Parkinson's disease is becoming a bigger problem around the world. A recent study looked at how much of a burden this disease is on people's health. It also checked out what's causing it and how healthcare systems are dealing with it. The study found that Parkinson's disease is affecting more peopl

education

Paychecks at Risk: Student Loan Defaults Loom Large

December 24, 2025

The U. S. Department of Education has confirmed that wage garnishments are on the horizon for millions of student loan borrowers who are seriously behind on their payments. This development is part of a broader overhaul of the student loan system, which affects over 40 million Americans and amounts

politics

Speeding Up America's Future: A Closer Look at the SPEED Act

December 24, 2025

America has the skills and resources to build a better future, but outdated rules are slowing things down. The SPEED Act aims to fix this by speeding up the process for big projects. This law has support from many groups, including businesses, local leaders, and tribes. Everyone agrees that the curr

lifestyle

The Changing Face of America: Boomers, Birth Rates, and the Future

December 24, 2025

America is getting older. The baby boomers, once the young rebels of their time, are now turning 80. This generation, born between 1946 and 1964, is known for their significant impact on culture and politics. They were the ones who danced with hula hoops, cheered for Barbie, and fought for civil rig

technology

Texas' New App Law Hits a Snag: What's Next for Kids' Online Safety?

December 24, 2025

A recent ruling by a federal judge in Texas has put a halt to a new state law designed to protect children online. The law, which was supposed to start in January, would have required app stores and developers to check the ages of users. The judge, Robert Pitman, decided that this law likely goes ag