Politics
Politics
U.S. Senators Serve Six-Year Terms, Not Four
U.S. senators serve six-year terms, a longer stretch than the two-year terms given to House members. Here's why the framers chose six years and how staggered elections work.
Health
Chronic Pain and Disability: What the Law Actually Says
Millions live with chronic pain, but whether it counts as a legal disability isn't automatic. Here's how the ADA, Social Security and private insurers each define it—and what it takes to qualify.
Technology
What Does Blockchain Actually Do? The Technology Behind Bitcoin, Explained
Blockchain keeps a shared, tamper-resistant record of transactions across many computers instead of one central company or bank.
Business
Bahrain's Gateway Gulf 2026 Forum Reports USD 22.3 Billion in Deals and Partnerships
Bahrain's Gateway Gulf 2026 investment forum concluded with a combined USD 22.3 billion in strategic announcements, partnerships and deals.
Business
Why September and August Have a Reputation as Wall Street's Weakest Months
Market historians and traders have long flagged September and August as the stock market's weakest months, a pattern tied to seasonal trading behavior rather than any guaranteed outcome.
Politics
Is the 2026 Government Shutdown Over? Where Washington Stands Right Now
Yes, the government shutdown that began October 1, 2026, ended earlier this month when Congress passed a new funding bill.