Senate Parliamentarian Rejects White House Ballroom Funding in Reconciliation Bill
Republicans had pursued including the funding alongside a $73 billion funding package for immigration enforcement operations through 2029.
Oil Prices Climb Higher After Drone Attacks on UAE Nuclear Plant
The global benchmark for Brent crude rose 1.85 percent on May 18 to $111,29 a barrel—its highest since May 5.
Thousands Attend ‘Rededicate 250’ Prayer Celebration on National Mall
Americans gathered in the nation’s capital to kick off festivities honoring the country’s 250th anniversary.
Trump’s Greenland Envoy Landry Arrives in Nuuk For 1st Trip to Island
Gov. Landry anticipates talk of business opportunities, possible medical support, and more in a visit involving State Department officials.
The Hidden Risks of Buying a Repurposed EV Battery
The market for second-life batteries is booming, but experts warn that safety rules have yet to catch up.
Another 150 Sickened as 18 New States Hit by Ongoing Salmonella Outbreaks: CDC
Kentucky has the highest number of infected people at 22, followed by Michigan, Wisconsin, and Ohio.
President Lai Says Taiwan Strait ‘Will Never Be Sacrificed or Traded’ After Trump–Xi Summit
Taiwan’s Lai Ching‑te thanked the United States for reaffirming that longstanding U.S. security support for Taiwan remains ‘unchanged.’
US Coast Guard Interdicts Nearly $45.8 Million Worth of Illicit Cocaine off Colombia
The Coast Guard seized more than 511,000 pounds of cocaine last year, more than three times their annual average.
The Charter School Founder Turning Children Toward Plato, Virtue, and the Eternal | Caylan Ford
She founded Canada’s first tuition-free classical charter school in 2022 with about a dozen faculty. Now they’ve grown to 1,500 students and three campuses.
US Conducts Additional Strikes Against ISIS in Nigeria
The announcement of the strikes follows a May 15 operation that killed the second in command of ISIS globally, in the northeast of Nigeria.
A High-Protein Pasta That Nourishes Your Gut and Stabilizes Blood Sugar
This gluten-free chickpea pasta packs more protein and fiber than regular pasta in a dish worthy of your regular rotation.
Cuban Foreign Minister Says US Is Building ‘Fraudulent Case’ for Military Action
Comments from the Cuban foreign minister came in response to an Axios article that said Cuba had discussed using drones against Guantanamo Bay.
The Wisdom of Lived Experience Distilled Into Phrases
Author Yahia Lababidi speaks on the power of the aphorism for ‘wisdom surfaces where the powerful are not looking.’
Tune in Today: Giuseppe Verdi’s Unforgettable ‘La donna è mobile’
The highlight of Verdi’s ‘Rigoletto’ is sung by villain, the Duke of Mantua.
Shen Yun Becomes a Cultural Sensation in France With 99 Sold-Out Shows in 2026 Season
On some performance days, long lines of tour buses could be seen outside theaters as audience members arrived from neighboring cities and regions.
Shen Yun Closes a Season of Acclamation, Medals, and Sold-Out Houses
The classical Chinese dance company’s 20th tour drew generals, lawmakers, and sold-out crowds across five continents—often in defiance of Beijing’s pressure.
Kale: An Unpalatable but Highly Nutritious Leafy Green—How to Maximize Taste and Benefits
Kale divides people with its bitter and tough taste, but it’s widely revered in the wellness community for its nutritional benefits.
From Canvas to Country: How Gilbert Stuart Defined America’s Leaders
Gilbert Stuart established the tradition of presidential portraits by painting the likeness of the first six presidents.
Common Heart and Blood Pressure Drug Recalled Across the US
Thousands of bottles of metoprolol succinate tablets are impacted, according to a notice published on the FDA’s website.
Colorado Governor Commutes Sentence of Tina Peters, Former County Elections Clerk
Peters, who alleged fraud in the 2020 election, was convicted of lying to state officials. Trump said he pardoned Peters, but that power lies with Gov. Polis.
Key Takeaways From Trump’s China Visit
Trump welcomed China’s new purchase commitments but noted there has been no breakthrough on the release of Jimmy Lai.
USS Gerald R. Ford Returns Home After Record 11-Month Deployment
Carrier Strike Group 12 received the Presidential Unit Citation after operations in the Caribbean and Middle East during a 326-day mission.
Trump, South Korea’s Lee Discuss US–China Summit After Beijing Talks
The call followed Trump’s Beijing summit with Xi Jinping.
US Issues Travel Advisories Over Ebola Outbreak in Congo
The World Health Organization declared the virus a ‘public health emergency of international concern.’
AI Defence Firm Arkeus Leaves Victoria for Queensland
‘Queensland gives us the ability to attract and retain the people we need to build globally competitive technology here in Australia,’ said Arkeus CEO.
Rested Knicks Ready for Return to Conference Finals, Await Winner of Pistons–Cavaliers Game 7
Four Super Bowls, eight World Series, and five Stanley Cup championships were won by New York teams since the Knicks last won an NBA title.
Ella Langley Dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson Wins Entertainer of the Year
Ella Langley Dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson Wins Entertainer of the Year.
Beyond Benadryl: New Options for Beating Seasonal Allergies
From prescriptions to over-the-counter meds and home remedies, help is at hand.
What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Eggs Regularly
One of nature’s most complete foods, eggs support muscle, brain, eye, and metabolic health.
Why Your Body Odor Changed—and What You Can Do About It Naturally
TCM holds that body odor often arises from internal imbalances, often influenced by diet and lifestyle.
Histamine Intolerance: An Underrecognized Condition That Can Affect Multiple Organs–Here Are the Causes
Histamine intolerance occurs when the body struggles to break down histamine from food or its own natural production.
College Market Offers Students Fresh Food for Free in an Area With Limited Grocery Options
The market opened in February through a partnership between City Colleges of Chicago and the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Ask Angi: How Can I Boost My Home’s Curb Appeal?
Take a walk in front of your home and note the things you want to improve.
The Greatest Logician Since Aristotle—and Why He Believed in Life After Death
Renowned mathematician Kurt Godel believed the afterlife exists so we can deepen the learning process that begins in this world and reach our full potential.
Sardinia Beyond the Beaches: From Nuraghi to Necropolises
In the far southwest Sulcis-Iglesiente region of Italy’s island of Sardinia, wild nature and unspoiled landscapes fascinate and entice exploration.
