Virginia Supreme Court Strikes Down New Congressional Map That Favors Democrats
The decision could strengthen Republican efforts to maintain control of the U.S. House of Representatives ahead of the midterm elections.
World Bank Warns Oil Demand Destruction Is Spreading Globally Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
The World Bank described the Strait of Hormuz disruption as ’the largest energy supply shock on record.’
Trump Announces 3-Day Ceasefire in Russia–Ukraine War
The ceasefire will start May 9 and last until May 11, the president said.
FDA Issues Update on Recall of Heart Devices After 4 Deaths Reported
The FDA added in a Thursday notice that 2,557 serious injuries associated with several types of Boston Scientific pacemakers have been reported so far.
America’s Power Grid Is Hostage to One Component That Takes Years to Get
With growing demand from AI, data, and population centers, the U.S. has been losing the trillion-dollar race to rebuild its aging power grid.
Trump Hosts Luncheon for Angel Moms, Gold Star Mothers in New Rose Garden
Speaking to the mothers, Trump highlighted his policy achievements, including strengthening border security and curbing drug trafficking.
UK to Summon Chinese Ambassador After Convictions in London of 2 Hong Kong Spies
UK officials said two men convicted of conducting surveillance on pro-democracy activists acted on behalf of Hong Kong authorities and ultimately China.
US Fighter Jet Disables 2 Iranian Tankers in Blockade Enforcement Action: CENTCOM
The U.S. military said the fighter jet fired precision munitions into the smokestacks of the two tankers to prevent them from reaching an Iranian port.
Mollie Hemingway: The Untold Story of How One Man ‘Reshaped the Supreme Court’
While much attention has been paid to Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia, there’s another justice that warrants equal attention, Hemingway says.
NATO Members Must Spend 5 Percent of GDP on Defense by 2030, Says Poland
The NATO member on the eastern flank of the defense union has been a strong supporter of Europe increasing its defense spending.
What Makes Some People Live to 100? Scientists Find Clues in Their Blood
The secret to longevity may not be slowing aging but preserving the right systems.
US to Revoke Passports of People Who Owe ‘Significant’ Child Support
Parents who have more than $2,500 in child support debt could be impacted by the rule, the State Department said.
Inside the Family Frame: Lavinia Fontana and the Art of Motherhood
Fontana’s career spanned luminous religious altarpieces, richly imagined mythological scenes, and acute portraiture.
Standing Tall: One Man’s Moral Courage During the Vietnam War
This installment of ‘When Courage Counted’ features Hugh Thompson Jr. and his heroic crewmates who helped end the My Lai Massacre.
Alpha-Gal Syndrome: How a Tick Bite Triggers Sensitivity to Meat–Here Are the Causes
Unlike Lyme disease, AGS isn’t an infection, it’s an immune reaction.
Anti-Inflammatory Sheet Pan Fajitas
One-pan fajitas bring together a no-fuss meal of chicken and vegetables straight from the oven.
Iran’s Oil Storage Clock Is About to Run Out
As U.S. blockade holds, Iran’s inability to store tens of millions of barrels of oil could alter the course of the war, analysts say.
The Complicated Reality Behind High Gas Prices
U.S. gas prices have jumped as the Iran war disrupts global supply, exposing America’s ties to world markets despite its energy independence.
Human-to-Human Transmission of Deadly Virus Suspected on Cruise Ship
Three people have died, including a husband and wife.
Mercedes-Benz Recalls 144,000 Vehicles for Blank Instrument Panel Displays
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration noted that the infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion.
Federal Judge Rules DOGE Humanities Grants Terminations Unlawful
District Judge Colleen McMahon said that the department’s actions violated the Constitution and involved ‘blatant’ discrimination.
IDF Investigates Incident of Soldier Defacing Virgin Mary Statue in Lebanon
Poland accused the IDF soldier of ‘insulting religious feelings,’ after a picture emerged showing a soldier putting a cigarette to the lips of the statue.
Over 60? These 4 Financial Moves Might Offer Your Best ‘Return’ on Investment
As retirement approaches, paying down debt and building cash reserves may matter more than saving every extra dollar.
Taylor Heinicke, Hero of Washington’s 2020 Wild Card Game, Retires After 10-Year Career
Heinicke played for five NFL teams and an XFL franchise in 10 seasons.
This Amateur Pool Champ Doesn’t See Limits and Doesn’t Want You to Either
‘96 Pounds of Dynamite’ tells the inspiring story of Chad ‘Shorty’ McDaniel, who embraces life and shatters assumptions about people living with disabilities.
Vitamin D Levels May Shape Your Brain Decades Later
A study found that lower vitamin D levels at age 39 were linked to Alzheimer’s-related brain changes 16 years later.
How Many Servings of Ultra Processed Foods You Eat Affects Heart Risk
Black Americans showed a more than double rate of risk increase compared with other populations included in a recent study.
I Tried Waking Up at 5 a.m. for 30 Days. Here’s What Happened
I had already learned the first rule of early rising: Morning you is a different version than the one who set the alarm the night before.
How to Make a Safe and Reliable 2-Step Produce Wash
A two-step produce wash using common household ingredients can help reduce chemical residues on fruits and vegetables.
Environmental Nutrition: Love Your Lentils
The oldest cultivated legume, lentils have been Biblically and historically referenced, yet have the long-time reputation as “the poor man’s meat.”
Ask the Builder: A Wall-Hung Toilet to the Rescue
This kind of toilet lets you clean the floor beneath it with ease.
Last-Minute Vacations You Can Book With Your Tax Refund
The key here is flexibility—on destination, dates, and vibe.
