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A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to reinstate legal funding for migrant children who come to the United States alone. The ruling, issued Wednesday, April 2, temporarily blocks the administration’s order from last month. What is the response to the judge’s order? Nonprofit groups said the funding cut could cause thousands of children to lose…

“Buy now, pay later” options have made it easier for consumers, enabling them to purchase things they may want or require immediately, even without cash on hand, while avoiding penalties and interest rates associated with credit cards. However, a new rule took effect on April 1 that could soon affect credit scores, for better or…

Russia aims to bulk up its military by drafting 160,000 men between the ages of 18 and 30. The call-up is Moscow’s largest since 2011, coming just months after Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to increase the overall size of his military by hundreds of thousands of service members. How does it compare to previous…

Israel is ramping up military operations in Gaza. Military officials announced on Wednesday, April 2, it would be seizing large regions of the Gaza Strip and adding security areas while initiating a large-scale evacuation of the population. What have Israeli officials said? Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said in a statement that the evacuations would…

China issued a brief statement ahead of President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff announcement on Wednesday, April 2. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi appeared on state-run TV, stating that Beijing will retaliate if the U.S. continues to engage in “blackmail” regarding tariffs. How has the world reacted to the impending tariffs? “‘America First’ should not be…

The Trump administration announced it cut U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s bird flu response team members as part of its mass layoffs at the Department of Health and Human Services. The American Veterinary Medical Association and Reuters confirmed the firings. The move comes as the Trump administration denied access to many employees attempting to enter office buildings as part…

All eyes are on President Donald Trump and trade Wednesday, April 2, as the president promises to levy tariffs on our trade partners. Also, Republicans claim victory in two Florida special elections, while Democrats rejoice about a judge in Wisconsin. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Companies seek…

The last thing anyone strapped into a fast-moving aircraft wants to hear is the command to eject. But if the moment comes and the decision is made, pilots and passengers alike hope they’re strapped into a Martin-Baker ejection seat. That’s why it’s this week’s weapon of the week. What’s the history of Martin-Baker? For 80…

When considering the activities of the Chinese and Russian militaries, an analyst’s initial reaction might be to focus on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and China’s consistent boundary pushing in the Indo-Pacific. While this is understandable, limiting the view of these conflicts to just these areas can be a mistake. Both countries have increasingly aimed…

This week, host Ryan Robertson explores the proactive measures taken by the U.S. military alongside its NATO partners to defend the northern tier of the Arctic from the increasing threats posed by Russia and China. Uncover the strategic initiatives, military alliances, and advanced technologies used to protect this crucial area. Join us to comprehensively examine…
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