Archive for 2026
Healthcare Workers Face Increasing Workplace Violence
Emergency room nurse Crystal Dhooghe shared her experiences during a rally at the Michigan State Capitol in March 2025. She is one of the many unionized employees at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital who have been
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Accelerates Rapidly, Posing Challenges
BUNIA, Congo — The Ebola outbreak in Congo has reached alarming levels, with government figures revealing 5,000 cases, according to data released Wednesday. This surge worries responders as the virus spreads at an unprecedented rate,
A Former Professor’s Disenchantment with Higher Education
In recent years, America’s colleges have become battlegrounds in the culture wars. Surprisingly, some of the most vocal critics of higher education are those who once wholeheartedly embraced its mission. Many have altered their perspectives
The Trials of Securing Childcare and Summer Camps
Before my daughter arrived, I found myself spending nights in parking lots, hoping to secure a coveted day-care spot. A few years later, the routine shifted slightly. I sat in front of my computer screen,
Impact of NOAA’s Support Loss on Arctic Observations
The discontinuation of support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) does not signify the end of observations or halt progress. NOAA has contributed significantly to understanding changes in sea ice, ocean temperatures, and
Challenges for Democratic Senate Candidate Abdul el-Sayed
As Americans enjoyed summer events like fireworks and prepared for football season, the campaign of Democratic Senate candidate Abdul el-Sayed in Michigan was dealing with past controversial statements. The campaign was reported by CNN to
Bryan Kohberger’s Mental Health and Potential Trial Implications
Bryan Kohberger’s mental health might play a role if he successfully withdraws his guilty plea and proceeds to trial for the murders of four University of Idaho students. Kohberger, 31, had pleaded guilty to killing
SNAP Benefit Distribution for September: Key Details and Changes
Millions of Americans receiving benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will soon collect their September payments. Distribution schedules vary by state. SNAP Overview SNAP, known as food stamps, provides food assistance to eligible
Midterm Elections: Factors and Challenges for Republicans
President Donald Trump’s approval rating remains in the high 30s to low 40s. The generic congressional ballot shows Democrats leading by about 6 to 7 points. Historically, such numbers signal potential Democratic gains in the
The Path to 9/11: Plans and Key Decisions on August 19, 2001
In this continuation of Newsweek’s series tracing the lead-up to the 9/11 attacks, we explore significant events from August 19, 2001. On this day, Mohammed Atta and Ramzi bin al-Shibh engaged in discussions across continents