Federal Reserve Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged in First Policy Decision of 2026
Investors now eye the next policy meeting in March.
CCP Military’s Silence About Top General’s Ousting Indicates Internal Discontent: Analysts
Signs show that Zhang Youxia’s purge may not be final and the situation is still unclear, experts say.
RFK Jr. Names New Members to Autism Committee
At least some have said vaccines can cause autism.
Europe, US Must Stick Together on Arctic Security, Danish Prime Minister Says
Mette Frederiksen made the comments alongside Greenland’s prime minister at a talk in Paris.
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Fraud Concerns Spread From Minnesota to Ohio
Anti-fraud efforts were already underway in Ohio, officials say, long before outrage over Minnesota Somali fraud spread suspicions to the Buckeye State.
2 Border Patrol Agents in Alex Pretti Shooting Put on Leave
A CBP spokesperson says the action was taken on Saturday after the incident, and described it as ‘standard protocol.’
Winter Storm Bomb Cyclone Could Hit East Coast After Arctic Blast
The National Weather Service stated, ‘This could be [the] longest duration of cold in several decades.’
FBI Executes Search Warrant at Fulton County Elections Office
The raid comes after the DOJ sued last month to obtain 2020 voting records.
Charlie Kirk Assassination Suspect’s Lawyers Don’t Want Video of Shooting Shown at Hearing
Tyler Robinson’s attorneys also made note of the media attention the shooting has generated.
In Some States, Parents Risk Losing Custody for Rejecting Child’s Transgender Identity | Erin Friday
Friday has joined the legal fight against school policies that allow social transitioning of minors without parental consent.
Why Your IRS Tax Refund Could Be Delayed in 2026—and How to Avoid It
New rules tied to the phase-out of paper checks could delay refunds unless taxpayers provide or correct direct deposit details.
US Citizen Tried to Buy a Gun to ‘Kill ICE Agents’: DHS
The woman allegedly made the purchase attempt on two separate occasions in Kenmore, New York.
ADHD Medications May Not Improve Attention, Study Suggests
Study of nearly 6,000 children shows Ritalin and Adderall activate the brain’s reward centers rather than attention networks, challenging long-held beliefs.
DOJ: More Epstein Files Expected to Be Made Public in ‘Near Term’
The agency was tasked with releasing files related to Epstein and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell after Congress passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Botox and 14 Other Drugs to Be Negotiated by Medicare This Year
Fifteen of the most expensive medications in the Medicare program are slated for price negotiations in this round, bringing the total to 40.
‘33 Photos From the Ghetto’: Documenting the Warsaw Uprising
A startling record of the Jewish prison in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, by an amateur photographer.
1776: The Symbol of America’s Enduring Principles
Historian Gordon Wood discusses the country’s founding and championing of the principles of liberty and equality for 250 years.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
Type 1 Diabetes: A Common Autoimmune Condition–Here Are the Causes
Insulin manages symptoms but doesn’t address the root cause; diet and lifestyle changes can support immune regulation and reduce insulin requirements.
Raphael’s Defining Madonna
More than its iconic cherubs, Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna” is a masterwork of perspective, prophecy, and Renaissance idealism.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Minneapolis CEOs Urge De-escalation After Fatal Shooting by Border Patrol Agent
Officials said a Border Patrol agent fired during a struggle to disarm a suspect during an immigration enforcement operation.
DOJ Announces Denaturalization of Child Sex Offender
Revocation of naturalization can occur only in federal courts through a civil proceeding or as a result of a criminal conviction.
Why a Waning Iranian Regime Is a Major Setback for China
Iran is key for Beijing to exert influence in the Middle East and for China to circumvent U.S. sanctions and counter the dollar system, experts say.
Trump Urges Congress to Deliver Year-Round E15 Gasoline Sales Bill
A $1.2 trillion spending package has been sent to the Senate without any language authorizing year-round E15 sales.
Lawmakers Probe Ford Over Chinese Battery Partnership
The automaker is leveraging a partnership with CATL, which was included in the Pentagon’s list of Chinese military companies in 2025.
Europe Must Step Up to Ensure Own Defense as US Focus Shifts Elsewhere, EU Says
The European Union’s foreign policy chief said that Europe’s defense and security strategies must remain complementary to NATO.
Walmart Raises Pharmacy Worker Pay Amid Health Care Expansion
The company also elevated 3,000 pharmacy associates to operations team lead positions.
Buffalo Bills Make Joe Brady Youngest Head Coach in NFL
Brady, 36, was promoted from offensive coordinator after the firing of Sean McDermott
‘Blind Side’ Actor Showing Signs of Improvement After Being Placed on Life Support
Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in the 2009 film, was hospitalized for a severe blood infection after collapsing in his home last week.
South Carolina Measles Outbreak Exceeds Total in Texas in 2025
South Carolina’s outbreak is up to 789 cases.
The New Era of Menopause: Reclaiming Your Vigor After 65
Doctors are reconsidering the old ‘stop at 65’ rule and what it means for menopause care.
Your Gut Bacteria Determine Whether Healthy Foods Actually Help You
Scientists mapped 775 plant nutrients and discovered that the gut bacteria’s ability to convert them varies dramatically from person to person.
Why 2 People Cutting Back on Butter and Cheese Could Have Different Results
A large review found that reducing saturated fat lowered heart risks mainly for people already at high risk—and that what replaces it matters.
Classic Hash Browns
With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple tricks, golden, crispy hash browns can be on the table any time of day.
Mortgage Interest Rate Forecast for 2026
Mortgage rates have taken borrowers on a wild ride.
Isaac Newton’s Lost Papers–And His Search for God’s Divine Plan
‘This most beautiful system ... could only proceed from the counsel and dominion of an intelligent and powerful being,‘ wrote Newton.
Iowa’s Historic Surf Ballroom Offers a New Reason to Make the Trip
The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, has tacked on an interactive exhibit that celebrates the 78-year-old venue’s place in music history.
