The U. S. Institute of Peace, a long-standing organization, now bears President Trump's name on its headquarters. This change comes after a tumultuous period where the Trump administration attempted to dismantle the agency. The State Department celebrated this move, praising Trump's role in internat
Althea Vallotton had been through a lot. Her home in suburban New Orleans had taken a beating from Hurricane Francine. Every time it rained, water found its way inside, turning her floors into puddles. She had saved up and even moved into a mobile home on her front lawn while waiting for the funds t
Dawn Sturgess' death in 2018 was a tragic consequence of a much larger event. She was not the intended target, but she paid the ultimate price. A recent inquiry concluded that Russian President Vladimir Putin bore moral responsibility for her death. The nerve agent Novichok, disguised as perfume, wa
The movie "Sinners" is more than just a vampire thriller. It's a story about people, their struggles, and their strength. Four women in the film stand out. They are not just side characters. They drive the story forward. Their performances are powerful. They make the film more than just action and s
In Florida, two immigration detention centers have come under fire for alleged human rights violations. The Everglades facility, nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz, " and Miami's Krome processing center are accused of subjecting detainees to harsh conditions. At "Alligator Alcatraz, " detainees reported
Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), is under the microscope. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has started looking into his actions. This comes after some big names in politics asked them to. Pulte has been making waves. He sent some big names to the Justice
Six former employees of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have taken legal action against the agency's administrator, Lee Zeldin. They claim their termination was a direct result of speaking out against what they saw as the politicization of science under the Trump administration. These emp
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has finally decided to take a more realistic approach to energy predictions. They've introduced a new scenario called the Current Policies Scenario (CPS), which focuses on existing laws and regulations rather than making bold assumptions about future climate goa
Breanna Cutright, an 18-year-old from Clarksburg, West Virginia, found her purpose through Raze, an anti-tobacco program for youth. When federal funding cuts forced Raze to shut down, she felt lost. The program had given her opportunities, like meeting senators and advocating for tobacco-free school
December 4, 2025, marks the birthday of several well-known figures in entertainment. Among them are rapper Jay-Z, comedian Fred Armisen, and actor Jeff Bridges, each adding another candle to their cake. These celebrities have made significant marks in their respective fields, and their birthdays off
