U.S. foreign aid is plunging in second Trump administration
U.S. foreign aid fell to its lowest inflation-adjusted level in over two decades in fiscal 2025, dropping to $47.3 billion — more than $24 billion less than the prior year.
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How global energy production is changing, in 6 charts
Fossil fuels still dominate global electricity, but wind and solar are surging. In 2025, renewables outpaced coal worldwide for the first time, supplying 34% of electricity.
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Majorities of Americans say key financial milestones are harder for today’s young adults to reach
Most Americans say it’s harder for young adults to find a job, buy a house, pay for college and save for their future than it was for their parents’ generation.
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Mexicans view President Claudia Sheinbaum favorably, but less so than in 2025
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum remains popular, but her favorability has dropped to 64%. Views of the economy and democracy are also declining.
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Nearly 6 in 10 young women get health and wellness information from influencers
Young women are especially likely to say they often see influencer content about beauty and appearance.
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Americans’ views of Israelis have grown increasingly negative, but views of Palestinians have held fairly steady
Americans’ views of the Israeli people and government have grown more negative across party lines and age groups, while opinions of Palestinians have held largely steady.
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Dozens of countries have lowered energy taxes or taken other policy steps in response to Iran war
Over 100 countries have enacted energy policy changes in response to the Middle East conflict, from tax adjustments to fuel subsidies.
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What to know about U.S. oil production and consumption in 6 charts
Here are six facts about U.S. oil production, consumption, imports and the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
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8 ways that U.S.-style democracy stands out globally
As the U.S. celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this year, here are eight ways its political system stands apart from the world’s other 105 democracies.
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Majority of Americans support banning social media for kids under 16
Across major demographic and partisan groups, more Americans support than oppose banning those under 16 from using social media.
