Elections, Debt, and Taxes: Here’s What to Expect in the 119th Congress
In the first weeks, lawmakers will have to elect a speaker and certify the 2024 election. The GOP also wants bills on taxes, border security, and debt.
Meet 12 Great Americans Who Never Made the History Books
Lesser-known historical figures grace the pages of this debut book by Sharon McMahon.
‘Old Yeller’: A Boy Learns Life Lessons on a Farm
A dog lives with a frontier farm family and changes the lives of two boys.
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New Orleans Attack Suspect Served in the Military: What We Know
Shamsud-Din Jabbar was part of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army.
FBI Carries Out Search of Houston Location Connected to New Orleans Attack
‘At this time, there is no threat to residents in that area,’ the bureau says.
Top 10 Moments From the 118th Congress
A look back at a turbulent Congress that saw the election of two speakers, divisions over funding and other issues, and the expulsion of a House member.
Court Dismisses Uber’s Challenge to App-Deactivation Law Protecting Workers
The court said the law does not result in any ‘significant’ restrictions on the company’s First Amendment rights.
How The New York Times Distorts Shen Yun’s Success in Latest Attack Article
Publication attacks the performing arts company’s success through an anti-religious lens targeting Falun Gong.
Loved Ones Start Revealing Identities of New Orleans Attack Victims
A nurse, a single mother, and former football player are reportedly among those who were killed when a driver plowed into crowds on Bourbon Street.
Macron Says Snap Parliamentary Elections Caused More ‘Issues Than Solutions’
French President Emmanuel Macron issued a mea culpa after he shocked the nation halfway through the year by calling early elections.
Trump Admin Poised to Tackle DEI on Multiple Fronts
Trump’s statements on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives signal an administration that will target them both in government and private organizations.
South Korea’s Impeached President Vows in Letter to ‘Fight Until the End’
The liberal opposition Democratic Party said the letter proved Yoon was inciting his supporters and was committed to completing his insurrection.
Meet the New Senators Entering Congress
A look at the new faces in the 119th Congress’s upper chamber, where Republicans will control by 53-47.
America Is Unprepared for War Amid Mounting Security Risks, Experts Say
Defense professionals highlight near-term threats to U.S. national security.
New Orleans Attack Suspect Was US-Born, Inspired by ISIS: Biden
According to the president, the FBI has found that the suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was an American citizen born in Texas.
Taiwan President Warns Citizens Against Chinese ID Cards
Authorities are looking into a claim that 100,000 Taiwanese citizens hold Chinese IDs.
Day in Photos: New Year Swim, Fireworks Attack, and Tar Barrel Festival
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
Foods That Look Like the Body Part They Benefit
Ever wondered why a kidney bean looks like a human kidney? Read on to learn about the clues nature leaves for us about how to nourish our bodies.
CFPB Head Warns About Asset Managers Owning Controlling Stakes in Banks
Vanguard recently signed an agreement to remain a ‘passive’ investor in banks supervised by FDIC.
Sugar Bowl Postponed After Deadly New Orleans Terrorist Attack
The decision was confirmed by Allstate Sugar Bowl Committee CEO Jeff Hundley and Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams.
A Unique Opportunity to See Rembrandt’s ‘The Night Watch’
In November 2024, ‘Operation Night Watch’ entered a new conservation phase with eight specialists now removing the varnish off Rembrandt’s famed masterpiece.
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Cutting the Budget
In an effort to change the objective of a bureaucracy, you need to establish goals and rewards for success in achieving those goals.
There Was a Time
Someday, maybe, God will decide we’ve suffered enough, and ... then we will return.
The Untold Stories of the Tiananmen Massacre
We will never know how many people were massacred the night of June 3‒4, 1989
A History of the American Nation
A patriotic poem by Ted Schneider
Of Cars and Kids
Why should our kids have to settle for a Trabant, or a Pyonghwa, education when they could have a BMW?
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Empower the World with Your Story: Share Love, Inspiration, and Hope with Millions
Coach Ryan Day Proud as Ohio State Overwhelms Oregon, Set Sights on Playoff
Eighth-seeded Ohio State decimated the once-unbeaten Ducks from the beginning with a 14–0 first quarter that led to a 34–0 lead in the second quarter.
Coach Ryan Day Proud as Ohio State Overwhelms Oregon, Set Sights on Playoff
Eighth-seeded Ohio State decimated the once-unbeaten Ducks from the beginning with a 14–0 first quarter that led to a 34–0 lead in the second quarter.
Pop Artist Splits From Manager, Label Over Lyrics Criticising Big Pharma, Cancel Culture
Australian pop singer Iyah May worked as a doctor during the pandemic.
Pop Artist Splits From Manager, Label Over Lyrics Criticising Big Pharma, Cancel Culture
Australian pop singer Iyah May worked as a doctor during the pandemic.
An Unlikely Memorial to Our 16Th President
In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we visit an unassuming boardinghouse that welcomes millions to honor a fallen president.
Ex Libris: Dolly Parton
In this latest installment in our ‘Ex Libris’ series, we look at the reading that inspired an entertainer to share her love for books with millions of children.
Nathaniel Hawthorne’s Short Story, ‘The Sister-Years’
The passing of the old year and coming of the new offers opportunities for good things as the grandaughters of Time pass each other.
An Unlikely Memorial to Our 16Th President
In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we visit an unassuming boardinghouse that welcomes millions to honor a fallen president.
This Skillet Tomato Cheddar Basil Beans Recipe Will Warm Your Winter Bones
The beans cook up soft and creamy—perfect for scooping up with a crusty piece of bread or buttered toast.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Even a Travel Writer Dreams of Taking a Vacation
We all dream of a vacation where we can forget time and just enjoy.
Myrtle Beach: A Beach Lover’s Winter Paradise
While many beach towns close for the winter, Myrtle Beach has plenty to offer beyond its piers and boardwalks.
Taking the Kids: Best 2024 Travel Memories
Look back at all the wonderful moments we experienced during travel this year.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Even a Travel Writer Dreams of Taking a Vacation
We all dream of a vacation where we can forget time and just enjoy.
Once Half a Million Dollars in Debt, Jade Warshaw Now Helps Others Thrive Financially
The “Ramsey Show” co-host has come a long way.
Fancies and Stalwarts: American Slogans and Sayings, Past and Present
Catchy phrases from politics to Shakespeare and to Hollywood have endured the tests of time.
‘Auld Lang Syne’: A New Year’s Anthem
An 18th-century Scottish poet gave us today’s rendition of America’s most popular New Year’s Eve song.
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