Virginia county at the hinge of D.C.'s orbit
Los Angeles Unified has halted device issuance to the youngest students as a broader move to curb screen time. The district is rolling out a fall policy to limit device use, with benchmarks on higher grades, strict lunch/recess rules, and a review of ed-tech contracts. Critics and parents say the step reflects a national reckoning on classroom screens.
A global look at paid time off shows most countries guarantee some leave by law, but the U.S. stands apart, treating it as a voluntary benefit. Top earners in the U.S. still enjoy paid time off at lower rates than peers in other economies, while debates over policy and AI-era work norms shape future protections.
Trump’s proposed 250-foot Triumphal Arch in Washington, D.C. is undergoing review by the National Capital Planning Commission. Staff argue the project can meet height limits with revisions redistributing height among the arch, rooftop deck, and topper statues, but the overall height will still reach about 250 feet. Opponents warn the monument would overwhelm views and skyline, including the Lincoln Memorial to Arlington National Cemetery sightline.