PRESIDENT MARK REUSS

Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Trump temporarily lifts ship rule to keep oil flowing

President Trump has announced a 60‑day pause on the Jones Act, an old law that requires U. S. ships and crews for domestic cargo moves. The waiver is aimed at speeding the flow of oil, gas, fertilizer and coal into American ports while military operations in the Middle East continue. The move comes

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Trump Lets Foreign Ships Carry Oil to Cut Prices

President Trump has temporarily lifted a 100‑year old rule that normally requires U. S. ships to move goods between American ports. The change, lasting 60 days, lets foreign‑flagged vessels haul oil, gas and other products across the country. The law that was rolled back is known as the Jones Act,

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Trump Trusts Gabbard Despite Security Shake‑Up

President Trump says he fully trusts Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, according to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Leavitt shared this on Fox News after the resignation of a top security official over Iran policy. Joe Kent, who led the National Counterterrorism Ce

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

France Will Join Hormuz Mission Only If Iran Agrees

President Macron has signaled that France is ready to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, but only after fighting stops and with Iran’s approval. The statement follows comments from former President Trump suggesting France might get involved in a future operation. Macron’s wording

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Celebration of Farm and Fuel at the White House

President Trump has arranged a gathering for farmers and biofuel makers on March 27, aiming to honor the role of agriculture in America. The invitation signals a push to spotlight renewable fuels and support rural communities. While the event is slated for the White House, details remain sketchy as

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

The Man Behind Vanderbilt Commodores' Success: A Look at Coach Mark Byington's Journey

Mark Byington, the head coach of the Vanderbilt Commodores, has been making waves in the basketball world. His team's recent victory over the Florida Gators in the SEC Tournament semi-finals showcased his strategic brilliance. But who is the man behind this success? Born and raised in Salem, Virgin

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Trump Says U. S. Tanker Planes Barely Hit in Saudi Attack

President Trump posted on Truth Social that most of the U. S. aircraft targeted at a Saudi base were almost unharmed. He claimed four out of five refueling planes sustained only minor damage and had already returned to service, while the fifth would fly again soon. The statement came after Iranian f

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Creators Can Build Movies Without Hollywood

Markiplier shows that a big studio isn’t the only way to make a film people love. He talks about his new horror movie, inspired by the game “Iron Lung, ” and says fans can turn a passion project into a real business. Instead of waiting for Hollywood to notice, he used the 38‑million followers

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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Market Focus Amid Iran Tensions

President Trump has always linked the economy to stock and oil numbers. When U. S. forces hit Iranian targets last week, global energy markets reacted sharply. Oil prices climbed, with Brent crude almost 65 percent higher than before the conflict began. At the same time, stock markets fell.

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Mar 05 2026BUSINESS

Rhode Island Life Science Hub Boss Resigns, New CEO on the Horizon

Mark Turco, who took over as chief executive of Rhode Island’s Life Science Hub in January 2025, will leave the post on March 11. He has accepted a CEO role at an unnamed medical‑device firm, stepping back into the private sector. The Hub’s new leader will inherit a bold plan and tight deadlines, as

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