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brookings institute

Puerto Rico's Ex-Governor Gets a Break

January 16, 2026

President Donald Trump is planning to pardon Wanda Vázquez, the former governor of Puerto Rico. She admitted to breaking campaign finance rules last August, which involved a former FBI agent and a Venezuelan banker. Her sentencing was supposed to happen soon, with federal prosecutors asking for a ye

finance

Credit Card Rates: A Battle Between Consumers and Banks

January 16, 2026

Credit card interest rates are a hot topic right now. President Trump has suggested a 10% cap on these rates. This idea has sparked a debate. On one side, there are people who think it will help consumers. On the other side, banks and credit card companies are against it. Banks say a rate cap will

health

RFK Jr. and the Cell Phone Controversy: A Closer Look

January 16, 2026

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made waves recently by pushing for a closer look at cell phone radiation. He managed to get the FDA to remove their long-standing information that said cell phones are safe. This move has sparked a lot of debate, especially since many health groups still say there's no stro

politics

Ukrainians Stand Firm: No Land for Security Deals

January 16, 2026

In a recent survey, over half of Ukrainians said they would not give up land in eastern Donetsk just to get security promises from other countries. This area is still under Ukrainian control. The poll, done by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS), showed that 54% of people strongly d

politics

A New Chapter for Venezuela: Trump and Machado's Meeting

January 16, 2026

Venezuela's political landscape is shifting, and all eyes are on a crucial meeting at the White House. Maria Corina Machado, a prominent opposition leader, is set to meet with former U. S. President Donald Trump. This encounter could influence how the U. S. engages with Venezuela's future. Machado'

health

Sharing Data, Saving Lives: The Paul Fearn Award's Impact on Cancer Research

January 15, 2026

Data is like a puzzle piece. It can be used to solve big problems. But what if researchers keep their data to themselves? Progress slows down. That's why the National Cancer Institute (NCI) created the Paul Fearn Award. It celebrates researchers who share their data openly. This is not just about sh

politics

Workers' Safety Agency Gets a Second Chance

January 14, 2026

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made a surprising U-turn. They decided to bring back workers who were recently fired from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). This agency plays a big role in keeping workers safe, especially those in risky job

environment

Air Pollution Rules: A Shift in Focus

January 14, 2026

The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering a significant change in how it assesses the benefits of clean air regulations. This shift could potentially weaken protections against some of the most harmful pollutants. For years, the EPA has used health data, such as preventing prem

business

US Weather Shifts: How It's Shaking Up Natural Gas Prices

January 14, 2026

The US is bracing for a chill, and it's sending ripples through the natural gas market. Prices are on the rise as forecasters predict a colder-than-expected stretch ahead. The eastern two-thirds of the country is expected to feel the freeze from January 18th to the 22nd, with even colder temperature

sports

Young Athletes Get a Health Boost in Cleveland

January 13, 2026

A new team-up in Cleveland is putting young athletes' health first. The Cleveland Force Soccer Club and University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute are now working together. This means young soccer players can get top-notch medical care and advice. The goal? To keep them safe and help t