Matt Gaetz Withdraws From Trump Attorney General Consideration
‘It is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work’ of the Trump administration, Gaetz says.
Real Poetry Part 2: The Antidote to the Ersatz and Confused
Part 2 of this extended article shows what ’real' poetry is and what it can offer.
‘Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin.’ A Man of the Cloth Takes on Evil
This little-known story of a German cleric is a welcome addition to World War II film history.
The Fall and Second Act of O. Henry
America’s favorite short story writer found a silver lining during his time in prison.
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Tracking Every Trump Cabinet Pick
The president-elect is selecting his Cabinet nominees after winning the 2024 presidential election.
Marjorie Taylor Greene to Chair New DOGE Oversight Subcommittee
Greene said subcommittee will hold hearings to give ’transparency and truth to the American people.’
Virginia Gov. Can’t Remove State From Greenhouse Gas Initiative, Judge Rules
A Floyd County judge found the Air Pollution Control Board acted unlawfully when it voted to withdraw the state from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
Post-Election Poll Shows Americans Want Trump to Focus on Inflation in His First 100 Days
The survey shows 35 percent of Americans see inflation as the top issue.
What to Expect From DOGE
The project plans to cut roughly $2 trillion from the federal budget, or 30 percent of annual government spending.
New York Times’ Attacks Detached From Reality, Shen Yun Artists Say
Artists said they are baffled that their efforts to work hard on their craft are being used against them.
Pennsylvania County Official Apologizes for Controversial Comments on Ballot-Counting
Bucks County Commissioner Diane Ellis-Marseglia offered the apology during a meeting this week.
Gov. Abbott Targets CCP Infiltration in Texas
‘China has made it clear that they can—and will—target and attack America’s critical infrastructure,’ the governor said.
Australian Parliament Introduces Bill to Stop Under-16s Using Social Media
‘This is about protecting young people, not punishing or isolating them,’ Australian Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said.
State Financial Managers Say Corporate DEI Policies Will End
A coalition of 58 conservative asset managers issued an open letter to more than 1,000 U.S. corporate CEOs demanding disclosure.
Republican Nick Begich Beats Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola in Alaska’s US House Race
The Trump-endorsed businessman won the race following two rounds of ranked choice tabulations.
Russia Struck Ukraine With Apparent Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, Ukrainian Military Says
The alleged Russian intercontinental ballistic missile strike could be the first ever use of such a weapon in war.
Russia Says It Shot Down 2 UK-Supplied Storm Shadow Missiles Fired by Ukraine
When asked about the claims, British Secretary of State for Defence John Healey declined to comment on ‘operational details of the conflict.’
ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Former Defense Minister
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said: ‘The court is a dangerous joke. It is now time for the U.S. Senate to act and sanction this irresponsible body.’
Federal Government Proposes Alternatives for Managing Colorado River System
The Colorado River region is split into a Lower and an Upper basin, the two basins submitted separate plans for the river’s future and could not reach agreement
US Optimistic as Israel Weighs Cease-Fire Proposal for Lebanon
U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein, following meeting in Beirut, said he hoped to close a deal after meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu.
IAEA Chief Says Iran Has Taken ‘Concrete Steps’ in Right Direction on Nuclear Program
But the IAEA’s latest report says Iran has a stockpile of enriched uranium that is more than 32 times the limit set by the 2015 JCPOA nuclear deal.
UK’s Starmer Faces Pressure to Get Tougher on China at G20
The government has faced criticism from lawmakers and human rights campaigners over how it handles China.
Global Economic Risks Spark Calls to Tie US Dollar to Gold Again
Some economists advocate a return to the gold standard, criticizing the fiat currency system as the root cause of government overspending and inflation.
HHS Chief Defends His Agency’s Handling of Children Who Entered US Illegally
A congressional hearing focused on 323,000 children who have dropped off the radar since being placed with sponsors.
How Doughnuts Saved the Day During World War I
When the Doughboys of World War I needed a morale boost, the women volunteers known as the ‘Donut Lassies’ met the challenge.
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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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When This Military Mom Noticed Her Son’s Deployment Wasn’t Receiving Care Packages, She Baked Them Cookies and a Movement Was Born
When Santina Flynn noticed her son’s deployment wasn’t receiving care packages, she baked them cookies, and a movement was born.
UConn’s Geno Auriemma Sets Mark for Most Wins in NCAA Basketball History
Auriemma picked up his 1,217th victory on Wednesday night, breaking a tie he held with Tara VanDerveer for the most wins for any women’s or men’s coach.
UConn’s Geno Auriemma Sets Mark for Most Wins in NCAA Basketball History
Auriemma picked up his 1,217th victory on Wednesday night, breaking a tie he held with Tara VanDerveer for the most wins for any women’s or men’s coach.
History Encapsulated: Harrison Family Plantation
In this installment in ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we visit one rural Virginia property, home to much American history.
David Nail’s ‘A Campfire Christmas’
Country musician David Nail’s heartfelt acoustic release is a peaceful addition to a holiday playlist.
‘Pink Palace’: The Heart of Scotland’s Drumlanrig Castle
Scotland’s Drumlanrig Castle remains a tribute to the Douglas clan history.
‘City Hunter’: Japanese Comic Book on the Screen
High-action film stays true to the essence of Japanese manga.
History Encapsulated: Harrison Family Plantation
In this installment in ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we visit one rural Virginia property, home to much American history.
The Air Fryer Helped Deliver a Juicy Pork Chop With a Crispy Crust, No Oil Required
Crispy pork chops are filled with flavor and exciting to eat.
Readers’ Trip to Switzerland, Austria, and Germany Is a Blend of Mountains, Cows, Cheese, and Beer
Find ties to Einstein, Mozart, and other famous people in these countries while enjoying local food and culture.
Spending Kids Inheritance and Boys II Zen Trips Are the Trends to Watch in 2025
Boomers are choosing to travel and focus on their own happiness.
Taking the Kids: And Chasing Away the Grinch This Holiday Season
Seeing the beautiful Christmas decorations will chase the grumpy mood out of anyone.
Readers’ Trip to Switzerland, Austria, and Germany Is a Blend of Mountains, Cows, Cheese, and Beer
Find ties to Einstein, Mozart, and other famous people in these countries while enjoying local food and culture.
Ex Libris: Ray Bradbury
In this article in our ‘Ex Libris’ series, we visit a teller of tales, whose university was a library and whose work celebrates dozens of other writers.
Duccio’s ‘Maestà’ at the Met
For the first time in 250 years, a sequence of Duccio’s famed altarpiece is on display at the Met’s ‘Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300–1350.’
Baltimore’s Basilica: The Nation’s First Cathedral
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,” we visit America’s first masterpiece of religious architecture.
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