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AI chatbots are leading some to psychosis
The explainer The technology may be fueling delusions
By Devika Rao, The Week US Last updated
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How is the Trump bill changing 529 plans?
The Explainer The new bill provides a boost for people pursuing trades and vocational careers or seeking professional licenses and certifications
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Mis-sold car finance: who will be entitled to compensation
The Explainer City regulator to launch payout scheme after Supreme Court ruling spares motor industry's 'worst-case scenario'
By The Week UK Published
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How China uses 'dark fleets' to circumvent trade sanctions
The Explainer The fleets are used to smuggle goods like oil and fish
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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What are VPNs and how do they work?
The Explainer UK sees surge in use of virtual private networks after age verification comes into effect for online adult content
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer Rates go unchanged amid economic uncertainty
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Last updated
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The countries that have recognized Palestinian statehood
The Explainer The United Kingdom has become the latest country to weigh in on the issue
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Clean energy tax credits are going away. Here's how to get them before it's too late.
The Explainer Trump's recently passed megabill promises the early demise of clean energy tax credits
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The Miami Showband massacre, 50 years on
The Explainer Unanswered questions remain over Troubles terror attack that killed three members of one of Ireland's most popular music acts
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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New White House guidance means federal employees could be hearing more religious talk at work
The Explainer Employees can now try to persuade co-workers that their religion is 'correct'
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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What to expect for student loan repayment under Trump's budget bill
The Explainer Millions of borrowers may soon be forced to alter their plans
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How will the new tax deductions on auto loans work?
the explainer Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced a tax deduction on auto loan interest — but eligibility for the tax break is limited
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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A potential railway megamerger raises monopoly questions
The Explainer Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern would create the country's largest railway operator
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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What are the Trump Accounts for kids and how do they work?
The Explainer Parents will soon be able to open tax-advantaged investment accounts on their child's behalf
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What the CIA just revealed about its Lee Harvey Oswald connection
The Explainer The agency has admitted a key fact about Oswald for the first time
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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