In Namibia, Susan de Meyer uses horses to help children with disabilities. Her program, Enabling Through the Horse, aids kids with autism and ADHD. Children ride, groom, and bond with the animals. Teachers note positive changes in the students' behavior and confidence. The program improves motor skills, balance, and posture. De Meyer hopes to expand the initiative to other countries.
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Japan seeks quick resolution to US tariffs as profits decline. Economic Revitalisation Minister Ryosei Akazawa will negotiate in Washington this week. He aims to review Trump's tariffs. Japanese firms are major US investors. Vehicles form a large part of Japan's exports to the US. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba discussed the tariff impact with Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
A video showing a federal worker discussing his experience with Elon Musk has sparked a debate about the treatment of federal employees. The worker revealed that Musk's visit to his agency led to job cuts and intense scrutiny of employees by young, inexperienced staff. The issue was further complicated by accusations of nepotism and internal blockades.
President-elect Donald Trump plans to create the External Revenue Service to collect tariffs and revenues from foreign countries, aiming to reduce national debt and boost financial prosperity. However, this proposal faces opposition from economists and Democrats, who argue it will burden American families and businesses.
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A surprise strike by workers at Hamburg Airport on Sunday led to the cancellation of over 270 flights, affecting more than 40,000 passengers. The strike was organized by the ver.di union to pressure employers amid ongoing contract negotiations, with more strikes expected at 13 German airports on Monday.
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A federal judge stopped the Trump administration's effort to close the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, preserving its function until a final verdict is reached. The court's intervention aims to prevent irreparable harm, helping maintain consumer protections established after the 2008 financial crisis.
"On Election night at Mar-a-Lago, while biased outlets called the race a coin toss, my family and close friends used the prediction market @Kalshi to know we won hours ahead of the fake news media. I immediately knew I had to contribute to their mission. Today, I am proud to announce that I am joining Kalshi as a strategic advisor," Donald Trump Jr said.
The Trump administration plans to lay off thousands of scientists and researchers at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with significant cuts to its scientific research division. This move aligns with President Trump's goal to reduce federal employment and environmental regulations.