Louisiana voters turned down a plan that would have let local governments lower or eliminate taxes on business stock. The measure, called Amendment 4, was one of five items on the ballot and saw a strong majority vote against it. Official counts show that more than two‑thirds of participants said no
Robert Gates, the former Defense Secretary, speaks on a TV show about how America faces new challenges from China and Russia. He says the world is in a risky period because those two countries have built up nuclear weapons and are catching up to US technology. Gates explains that China has almost tw
Roberto Sanchez, a 57‑year‑old congressman from the Together for Peru party, has taken the political stage by promising a complete rewrite of the country’s constitution. His campaign is built on the idea that the 1990s charter, drafted under former President Alberto Fujimori—father of the current se
Robert Zahn spent over two decades shaping Staten Island's political scene, first as a utility worker at Ground Zero, then as a conservative organizer who never shied from debate. His 17-year fight with prostate cancer ended at 60, leaving behind a legacy of unfiltered opinions and grassroots activi
Robert Spillane hurt his ankle early in the Patriots’ AFC title win over Denver. He tried to stay on the field, but had to leave when pain got worse. The injury could have hurt him in the Super Bowl two weeks later, so he was listed on the injury report. Yet he played against Seattle and made four t
Louisiana has launched a bold science program that unites its leading medical schools and hospitals into one collaborative network. The idea is simple: use research to improve health for all residents, especially those in rural areas who previously had little chance to join clinical trials. The c
Robert Kennedy, the U. S. Health Secretary, told senators that he plans to hand over a contract belonging to anti‑vaccine activist David Geier before the week ends. Geier works as a contractor for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, although he is listed in the Department of Health an
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stepped onto Capitol Hill for two Senate hearings and turned a sharp moment into a win over Democrat Sen. Raphael Warnock, who tried to challenge him on health policy. First, RFK Jr. spoke with the Finance Committee about his agency’s budget and how former President Trump’s dea
Louisiana’s governor recently shared his thoughts on the state’s sports scene and upcoming elections during a radio interview. Among the topics discussed were LSU’s athletic budget struggles, the future of a high-profile golf event, and shifting political dynamics in Washington. His comments reveale
Louisiana State University is taking a giant leap with its new $148 million science building, set to open fully in 2026. The 148, 000-square-foot space isn’t just another campus addition—it’s designed to give students cutting-edge labs and research areas, potentially pulling top talent to the state.
