LND topic: sam-white page 1

sam white

Forest Loss in Indonesia Rises Sharp as Self‑Sufficiency Drives Push Land Clearing

March 31, 2026

Indonesia’s forests shrank by a striking 66% in 2025, the fastest rate in eight years, according to data from satellite imagery and field checks across 16 provinces. The country’s huge forest area, once one of the world’s richest in biodiversity, is being cleared at an alarming pace as it pursues am

crime

IRS Can Demand Money From Tax Fraud Convict in New Legal Twist

March 31, 2026

The Seventh Circuit court said the IRS can pursue a civil claim against a person who has already been found guilty of a federal tax crime. The decision follows a Tax Court ruling that allowed the agency to collect $371 million from former tax lawyer Paul Daugerdas under Section 6201(a)(4)(A) of the

politics

Iraq’s Hidden Power Players: Why Washington Can’t Trust the Surface

March 31, 2026

In Iraq, the official government picture is only half true. Behind ministries and formal chains of command lie hidden groups that pull the strings, many with ties to Iran’s military forces. These insiders shape decisions from within, making the real power structure far more complex than it appears. ...

technology

Social Media’s Hidden Toll on Kids

March 31, 2026

A recent court decision in California found that big tech firms, including the company behind Facebook and Instagram, can be held responsible for harming a young woman’s mental health. The case focused on how these platforms are built to keep users, especially children, hooked. In a separate tria

finance

Crypto Collateral Brings New Twist to Home Loans

March 31, 2026

A big step in U. S. housing finance is happening now: a major mortgage agency is letting people use Bitcoin and other digital coins as security for buying a house. The deal works with two loans: the regular mortgage and an extra crypto‑backed loan, both managed by a partner company. The digital asse

sports

Las Vegas Set to Host Super Bowl Again in 2029

March 31, 2026

The National Football League has decided that the city known for its bright lights and casinos will welcome football’s biggest night once more, this time in 2029. This decision follows the excitement that surrounded the first Super Bowl held there two years ago, when the Raiders’ home field was turn

entertainment

Immersive Dome Shows Are Changing How We Watch

March 31, 2026

The Las Vegas Sphere is a giant dome that can turn any concert or movie into a huge, moving picture. People who have seen shows there say it feels like stepping inside the performance instead of just watching from a seat. One fan, a mortgage worker from Washington state, told reporters that th

politics

Russia Gains From Iran’s Struggle

March 31, 2026

Russia is making money while Iran fights. When the U. S. attacked Iran, many thought Moscow would help its old partner. Instead, Russia has turned the conflict into a profit opportunity. Oil sales have doubled. Before the war, Russia earned about $135 million each day from oil exports.

education

Learning for a Future You Can’t See

March 31, 2026

The world feels like it’s on a fast‑moving train that keeps changing tracks. Everyone wonders what skills will keep them ahead of the ride. It isn’t about knowing every answer; it’s about being ready to ask new questions. Back in the early 1990s, people in chip companies faced a similar myste

health

Teens and Dementia: What Young People Actually Know

March 31, 2026

A new survey took a close look at how much 11 to 18-year-olds in England understand about dementia. The research team wanted to see whether knowing about the condition differs across groups like gender, family income, or where someone lives. They also tried to figure out which experiences—like havin