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The Trump White House recently shared its budget plan for NASA in 2026. This plan suggests a significant reduction in NASA's overall budget, with a massive cut to its science programs. The proposed budget would slash NASA's funding by about 20 percent, which amounts to a $5 billion reduction from it

business

The U. S. and China: A Tariff Tug-of-War

The U. S. government recently shed light on a significant change in import taxes from China. The country now faces a minimum tariff of 145% on all goods entering the U. S. This figure is not a cap but a starting point. It is on top of other existing tariffs. The 145% figure is a combination of seve

environment

Electricity Use in Vietnamese Homes: Who Uses More and Why?

The link between how much electricity a household uses and the family's background is a big deal. It's a key piece of the puzzle in figuring out how to cut down on energy use and fight climate change. But for Vietnam, this link has not been studied much. Two big surveys from 2012 and 2020 shed some

education

The Hidden Impact of Money on How Kids are Punished in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, many young children face physical punishment at home. This is a big problem that needs to be understood better. The money situation in a family plays a huge role in how kids are treated. Kids from poorer families are more likely to face physical discipline. This is not fair and needs

entertainment

Movie Night in the Digital Age

Movie theaters are finding new ways to attract audiences. Blumhouse, famous for its horror films, is experimenting with its latest release, M3GAN. Instead of the usual "no phones" rule, they're inviting viewers to use their devices. This is a significant change from the standard theater guidelines.

A New Leader Takes the Helm at the A. T. F.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (A. T. F. ) has a new acting director. Daniel Driscoll, the Army secretary, has taken over the role from Kash Patel, who was also the F. B. I. director. This change happened recently, and it's quite unusual to have a civilian military leader in

The House Republicans' Move to Block Tariff Votes

The House Republicans are using every trick in the book to stop future votes on getting rid of President Donald Trump's tariffs. They are really digging in their heels to support his policies. They managed to push through a key step in their budget plan, with a very close vote of 216-215. This plan

Judges Under Fire: The Battle Over Nationwide Injunctions

The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to curb the power of federal judges to issue nationwide injunctions. This move comes as President Trump and his supporters have been increasingly critical of judges who block his executive actions. The bill, known as the "No Rogue Rulings Act, " wa

House Republicans' Move to Limit Tariff Debate