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The Fed's New Approach to Market Turmoil

April 5, 2025

The Federal Reserve has long been seen as a safety net for investors during market crashes. However, recent events have shown a shift in this dynamic. The latest market downturn, triggered by President Trump's tariffs, has not prompted the Fed to step in immediately. Jerome Powell, the Fed's chair,

weather

Celebrities in the Path of Potential Flooding

April 5, 2025

The Midwest and South are bracing for a significant weather event. An atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rainfall, leading to severe flooding. This weather pattern has a very low chance of occurring, but it's happening. The National Weather Service has issued multiple alerts, including flo

education

New York Stands Firm on Diversity and Equity

April 5, 2025

New York's education leaders have made a bold move. They refused to sign a document that goes against their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This decision came after a directive from the federal government. The federal government gave state education commissioners a short deadline to

entertainment

Fyre Festival 2: A Storm Brewing in Playa del Carmen

April 5, 2025

It seems like Fyre Festival 2 is already facing some serious issues. The event, which is supposed to be a sequel to the disastrous 2017 festival, is running into trouble even before it starts. Officials in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, have come out and said that the festival has not been approved by th

politics

State Laws That Limit Local Power

April 5, 2025

State governments in the U. S. often pass laws that stop local governments from making their own rules. This is called preemption. These laws can affect many areas, like public health and safety. But who benefits from these state laws? And how do they impact different communities? Preemption laws c

celebrities

Val Kilmer: A Star Remembered

April 4, 2025

The entertainment world has been paying tribute to Val Kilmer, who passed away recently at the age of 65. His family has expressed gratitude for the public's celebration of his life and work. They have also requested privacy as they mourn his loss. Kilmer's children, Mercedes and Jack, shared their

crime

A Tragic Encounter at a Track Meet

April 4, 2025

A terrible incident occurred at a high school track meet in Texas. A 17-year-old student named Karmelo Anthony is accused of fatally stabbing another teenager during the event. The victim, Austin Metcalf, was also 17 years old. The confrontation started over a seat. The father of the accused

education

The Push for Parental Accountability in School Attendance

April 4, 2025

In a bold move, a top education official has called for parents to face consequences when their kids skip school. This isn't just about the students missing out on learning. It's about the broader impact on communities and the future workforce. First, let's talk about the numbers. Chronic absenteei

politics

A Sudden Health Care Shake-Up

April 4, 2025

A recent court decision put a halt to a significant change in public health funding. A federal judge stepped in to stop the Department of Health and Human Services from ending $11 billion in public health grants. These funds had been supporting states during the Covid-19 pandemic. The judge's dec

politics

The Unexpected U-Turn in Health Services

April 4, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is backtracking on some of its recent cuts. After laying off 10, 000 employees, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed that some programs and jobs were terminated by mistake. This news came as a surprise to many, including Erik Svendsen, the direct