In-Depth
8 Takeaways From Trump’s State of the Union Address
The president unveiled new policies including a retirement program proposal, lower energy costs tied to data centers, and a task force to combat fraud.
US Consumer Confidence Rises in February: Report
Many consumers plan on buying big-ticket items within the next six months, with TVs, used cars, and smartphones being top preferences for future spending.
Uneasy Calm Returning to Mexico After Chaos Over Killing of Drug Lord ‘El Mencho’
Authorities have cleared most roadblocks and resumed flights and most transit services, as officials work to stabilize Jalisco and neighboring states.
In-Depth
Here’s How a New US-Led Mineral Alliance Could Sideline China
While Beijing maintains a ‘perception of dominance’ in rare earths, experts say the United States is increasing its leverage.
Exclusive
Australian Prime Minister Evacuated From Residence After Chinese Bomb Threat Over Shen Yun Performance
The bomb threat sent to local presenters said, ‘If you insist on proceeding with the performance, then the prime minister’s Lodge will be blown into ruins.’
Columbia Brain Institute Leader Resigns Over Jeffrey Epstein Links
‘I apologize for compromising the trust of my friends, students, and colleagues,’ Dr. Richard Axel said.
101 China PLA Leaders Purged Since 2022: Think Tank
‘Today, Xi [Jinping] is purging an entire generation of officers. This is not a factional struggle but an assertion of complete control,’ one analyst said.
15 States Sue RFK Jr. Over Changes to Vaccine Schedule
The new schedule ‘will damage public health by decreasing vaccine uptake and increasing rates of vaccine-preventable diseases,’ the plaintiffs said.
State of the Union 2026: NTD Live Special Coverage
Join Steve Lance and Tiffany Meier to track the president ahead of his speech, for reactions from lawmakers, and in-depth panels on what it all means for you.
UK Enforces Digital Travel Permit Requirement for Foreign Visitors
Officials said the move aligns the UK with countries including the United States and Australia.
Muscle Power Predicts Longevity Better Than Strength–How to Build It
There is a difference between muscle power and strength, and you can train for both.
Federal Judge Blocks Government’s Bid to Search Washington Post Reporter’s Devices
Federal authorities seized two laptops, a mobile phone, a portable hard drive, a recording device, and an exercise watch during the raid.
Anne Bradstreet: Stirring Poems of a Puritan Wife
In the first installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet an educated Englishwoman who wrote early American poetry.
Tune in Today: Of Mules, Music, and the Grand Canyon
With his composition ‘On the Trail,’ Ferde Grofé takes listeners down into the Grand Canyon and back up again.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Shen Yun Performance to Ignite the Spiritual ‘Spark’ Across Aussie Audiences
Oliver Perrett, an MC for performing arts company Shen Yun and a fellow Australian, says watching the revival of traditional culture will enrich peoples’ lives.
Your Mind Can Make Muscles Stronger, Here’s How
With certain mental techniques before a workout, you can boost performance by up to 65 percent.
Nicias’s Unwavering Patriotism
The ancient Greek politician made up for his inaptitude in military affairs with praiseworthy piety, diligence, and honesty.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Secret Service Agents Fatally Shoot Man Trying to Unlawfully Enter Mar-a-Lago
Trump was not at Mar-a-Lago during the incident.
Winter Storm Hits Northeast; More Than 7,000 Flights Canceled
The nor’easter brought heavy snow, high winds, blizzard conditions, and coastal flooding from Maryland to Massachusetts on Feb. 22.
DHS Suspends Global Entry Program as Government Shutdown Continues
The same day, the Transportation Security Administration announced that the PreCheck program would remain operational.
Mexico’s Sheinbaum Weighs Legal Action After Musk Alleges Cartel Ties
Mexico’s president said lawyers are reviewing options after Musk claimed she was ’saying what her cartel bosses tell her to say.’
Pentagon Officials Tell Senators Trump’s Critical Mineral Plan Will Work in Due Course
The administration’s $15 billion for 15 projects draws bipartisan praise, but investing in private companies draws questions from ‘both sides of the dais.’
Day in Photos: Plane Crash in India, Anniversary of Russian Invasion, and Landslide in Brazil
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Spirit Airlines Reaches New Deal, Expects to Emerge From Bankruptcy as Early as Spring
The airline reached an agreement in principle on a restructuring deal with its debtor-in-possession lenders and secured noteholders.
Sean Payton Hands Broncos Play-Calling Duties Over to OC Davis Webb
Webb spent 6 years as a backup in the NFL before being hired by Payton as quarterbacks coach in 2023.
Actor Robert Carradine, ‘Lizzie McGuire’ and ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ Star, Dies at 71
In a Feb. 24 statement, the Carradine family said he died after a nearly 20-year struggle with bipolar disorder.
9,000 Pounds of Meatballs Recalled Nationwide: FSIS
Foreign matter contamination has been responsible for one out of every 10 food recalls over the past 20 years.
Presbyopia: What Raises Your Risk–and 7 Natural Remedies That May Help
Maintaining healthy sleep, stress, and nutrition habits helps to preserve good eyesight as we age.
Eat Potatoes the Right Way: Calm Your Stomach, Curb Blood Sugar Spikes, and Lose Weight
Gentle on the stomach and helpful for weight loss, potatoes are an easy to prepare, healthy food.
How to Clean Your Keurig Machine and How Often You Should
It’s essential to clean a Keurig because it can be a health hazard if not cleaned properly.
How Italian Culture Shaped This Australian Radio Host’s Career
Radio host Tony Tardio described family as a ‘powerful force.’
For Your Trip: Oxford or Cambridge?
Cambridge and Oxford have been in a centuries-long competition as England’s top two universities.
