In 2002, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was born out of necessity. The U. S. was still healing from the 9/11 attacks, and the need for a unified agency to tackle terrorism and protect the nation was clear. This new department would include Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Cus
The U. S. has a message for Europe: deal with Greenland tariffs on your own. Jamieson Greer, the U. S. Trade Representative, said it's Europe's call whether to tie the Greenland issue to their trade deal with the U. S. He made these remarks at the Detroit Auto Show, suggesting Europe should separate
The U. S. has been backing the opposition in Venezuela, claiming they won the last two elections. President Trump has called for Maduro's removal, accusing him of drug trafficking. However, in his speech after Maduro's capture, Trump barely mentioned drugs or democracy. Instead, he focused on Venezu
In Syria's northeast, a power struggle is unfolding. Government troops are making significant strides, taking over key areas like Raqqa and Hasakah. These regions are the last strongholds of the U. S. -backed Kurdish-led administration. The Syrian government has recently gained control of the main o
World leaders are carefully considering an invitation to join a new "Board of Peace" proposed by U. S. President Donald Trump. This initiative aims to tackle global conflicts, starting with the Gaza situation. However, there are concerns about how this board might affect the United Nations. Hungary
New Mexico's current leadership is falling short. The state's Democrat leaders have full control over the government, yet they seem more focused on making political statements than solving real problems. Instead of tackling issues like crime, education, and the economy, they spend their time on symb
Phil Murphy stepped into the governor's role with big promises and a lot of money behind him. But after eight years, what does he leave behind? He wasn't as flashy or controversial as his predecessor, Chris Christie. Instead, he brought a calm and competent vibe, which was a breath of fresh air for
The European Union is urging restraint after U. S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on European nations. The tariffs are a response to the U. S. interest in acquiring Greenland, a move that has sparked concern among EU leaders. EU leaders, including European Commission Presi
In late 2024, a suggestion to push back retirement age in China sparked heated talks online. The discussion was especially lively among young people on Zhihu, a popular Q&A platform. This study took a closer look at how these young users reacted to the idea. Over six days, researchers gathered 1, 2
New Jersey is in a bit of a stir. The state's incoming governor, Sherrill, has asked long-time government workers to hand in their resignation letters. This isn't typical. Usually, only top officials get this request when a new governor comes in. But this time, it's different. People who have worked
