Every year, the U. S. sets aside a week to recognize the millions of small businesses that keep the economy moving. This time around, one Utah company stood out among the honorees. Beacon Commercial Door and Lock, a Salt Lake City business run by third-generation owner Chad Riches, was singled out f
Hotels face a tough challenge: how to keep people safe without making guests feel like they’re in a prison. After a man tried to attack a high-profile event at the Washington Hilton, the spotlight turned back on how hotels handle security. The attacker claimed he found it too easy to move around, de
During a high-profile event, a sudden loud noise sent guests scrambling at the Washington Hilton. Among them was Dana White, UFC’s top executive, who stood out for his unusual calmness. Videos later shared by news anchors show him sitting casually on a table while others ducked for cover. His commen
The Washington Hilton has hosted big events for decades. It’s famous for its M-shaped design and sits in Dupont Circle, close to the White House. For years, it’s been the venue for the White House correspondents’ dinner, where politicians and reporters gather to share jokes and stories. But this yea
The James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, Maryland, is where future Secret Service agents learn to protect the nation. The program starts with a tough curriculum that tests both mind and body. Recruits face simulated threats, learn tactical shooting, and study the latest security protocols. On
The big dinner for reporters in Washington turned into a scary scene when a man ran toward the hotel’s security gate with a shotgun. He tried to get inside, but Secret Service agents shot him and stopped him before he could reach the ballroom. The event was happening in a large room at the Washingto
Donald Trump, known for his constant criticism of reporters and labeling stories as "fake news, " will finally attend the annual White House Correspondents' dinner this weekend. It marks his first appearance at the event since becoming president. His decision to go this time comes after skipping it
In early 2025 a new kind of raffle took off: spend enough of the $TRUMP token and you could win a seat at a $1, 000-a-ticket luncheon where President Trump was scheduled to speak. The pitch was simple—“come mingle with Trump, Mike Tyson, Tony Robbins, and Paolo Ardoino. ” What made the stunt shaky f
The National Sleep Foundation ran surveys before and after the U. S. presidential election in 2024 to see how big events affect how people sleep. They asked thousands of Americans about their nightly rest and any changes they noticed around election day. The results show that many people repor
The Trump administration has rolled out a new program called Trump Accounts. It's a way to give every newborn a financial head start. Here's how it works: when a baby is born, the government puts $1, 000 into an account. This money is then invested in the stock market. The child can't touch it until
