Why do two people doing everything right still end up in very different financial places? The Big Story The idea of a K-shaped economy took off after […]
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The American Dream Got More Expensive and Gen Z Is Paying for It
Gen Z isn’t avoiding adulthood; it just costs more and takes longer to reach. The Big Story For Gen Z, adulthood costs more than it […]
Why Gen Z Is Leaving Big Cities
For decades, young people moved to big cities; Gen Z is quietly rewriting that rule. The Big Story More Gen Z workers are choosing smaller cities instead […]
The Debate Over Transgender Rights, Explained
Transgender rights are increasingly shaping state laws, schools, and courtrooms across the country. The Big Story States are passing new laws affecting transgender Americans, especially […]
When a Counterterrorism Director Resigns
One of the people responsible for tracking terrorism threats just resigned over the Iran war. The Big Story Joe Kent, former director of the National […]
The Southwest Seat Policy Everyone’s Talking About
Seats didn’t shrink randomly, smaller seats let airlines sell more tickets. The Big Story Southwest Airlines is facing viral backlash after TikTok videos claimed the […]
Yes, the President Is a Felon
The Constitution lists only three requirements to become president, and “no felonies” isn’t one of them. The Big Story In May 2024, a New York […]
Why Sanctions on Russia Are Back in the News
Before countries go to war, they often try something else first: sanctions. Sanctions cut off money, trade, and global access. The Big Story After Russia […]
The Iran War and the $100 Oil Problem
When conflict hits major oil routes, gas prices around the world can move almost overnight. The Big Story The United States and Israel recently carried […]
The Midterms: Politics, Power, and a Billion-Dollar Election Industry
Midterms decide who controls Congress, and they also trigger billions of dollars in campaign spending. The Big Story The next U.S. midterm elections take place […]