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Some Republicans fear a DOGE dilemma is setting in

As Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy make sweeping promises to cut $2 trillion dollars of federal spending, senior House Republicans have raised concerns with GOP leadership that efforts to cut wasteful federal spending will put the party on a collision course. Senior House Republicans, including some who serve on the committee responsible for appropriating money, […]

Science

While we’re quick to limit kids’ screen time, parents can also benefit from setting boundaries for themselves

by Michael Wheeler, David Dunstan, Lauren Arundell, Mats Hallgren and Paddy Dempsey, The Conversation Credit: Micah Eleazar from Pexels In many households, screens are part of daily life—from work to entertainment. But for parents, setting boundaries around screens isn’t just about kids; it’s also about modeling a balanced approach to screen use. Our research shows […]

Politics

Unlikely battleground California plays key role — again — in setting US House’s political balance

LOS ANGELES — Democrats and Republicans agreed on at least one thing before November’s election: California would play a central role in determining control of the U.S. House. Indeed it did. Democrat Adam Gray’s come-from-behind victory over Republican Rep. John Duarte in a Central Valley farm-belt district Tuesday — the final House contest decided this […]

Mayo Clinic Q and A: Setting boundaries for your well-being

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m a people-pleaser by nature and have difficulty saying no or setting limits in my relationships. How can I start to create healthier boundaries in a kind yet firm way? ANSWER: People have various types of relationships, including partners, spouses, children, friends, co-workers, neighbors and acquaintances. Different relationships involve different interactions, responsibilities […]