DOJ Asks Supreme Court to Freeze Student Debt, Environmental Cases
The Trump administration needs time to formulate its legal and policy positions, according to papers filed with the high court.
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[PREMIERING 9PM ET] EXCLUSIVE: President Santiago Peña on What Trump’s Return Means for Paraguay and Latin America
Paraguay is one of only 12 countries that recognize Taiwan instead of communist China. President Peña has warned about growing Chinese influence in the region.
The Unlikely Story of Dido Elizabeth Belle
Born a slave yet raised an aristocrat, Dido Belle may have influenced her uncle, Lord Mansfield, on his policies regarding slavery in England.
Mary Vaux Walcott: The ‘Audubon of Botany’
Mary Vaux Walcott’s extensive research and consequent illustrations brought North America’s floral diversity to the general public’s attention.
A Children’s Book of Wonder: ‘The Princess and the Goblin’
George MacDonald’s work intrigued most of the earliest and greatest British fantasy writers, and it’s a marvelous tale.
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[PREMIERING 9PM ET] EXCLUSIVE: President Santiago Peña on What Trump’s Return Means for Paraguay and Latin America
Paraguay is one of only 12 countries that recognize Taiwan instead of communist China. President Peña has warned about growing Chinese influence in the region.
Mexico Accepted 4 Deportation Flights This Week, White House Says
‘If you illegally enter the United States of America, you will face severe consequences,’ said White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
The 8 Executive Actions That Will Drive the Trump Energy Agenda
Four sweeping slates of energy directives revoke prior orders, deregulate, and direct to ‘drill baby drill.’
Gold Prices Settle Shy of Record High as Dollar Slide Boosts Metal
A drop in the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields lifted the yellow metal.
Inspector General Council Says White House Firing of Government Watchdogs Not Legal
Ware said that the Inspector General Act of 1978 requires the president to notify Congress at least 30 days in advance of dismissal of an inspector general.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
Stocks Rally for 2nd Week Ahead of Big Tech Earnings and Fed Meeting
Wall Street began the shorter trading week with bullish sentiment, fueled by falling bond yields that make equities more appealing than stocks.
Shen Yun ‘Utterly, Utterly Brilliant,’ Says Bank Director
Bryce Glover, a bank director, brought his daughter to see Shen Yun Performing Arts.
Kristi Noem Confirmed as Trump’s Secretary of Homeland Security
Noem’s confirmation paves the way for her to carry out President Donald Trump’s plan to secure the border.
Rubio Tells Chinese Counterpart That US Interests Come First
The secretary of state’s call with Wang Yi comes after Trump said he wants the relationship with Beijing to be ‘fair.’
Massachusetts Governor Says She Won’t Obstruct ICE Efforts to Deport Criminals
Healey also said that Massachusetts State Police would ‘absolutely not’ assist the administration with its promised mass deportation efforts.
59 Percent of Americans Don’t Have Enough Savings for a $1,000 Emergency: Report
‘We are essentially a paycheck-to-paycheck nation,’ said senior economic analyst at Bankrate.
Hamas Releases 4 Female Hostages as Part of Israel Cease-Fire Deal
Karina Ariev, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levy, and Liri Albag were serving as observers in the Israel Defense Forces
Experts Warn of China’s Escalating Cyberattacks on Japan and US Defenses
Japanese authorities reported more than 200 Chinese state-backed cyberattacks since 2019.
A Virus Infecting Gut Bacteria Intensifies Food Cravings
Gokushovirus—linked to serotonin and dopamine metabolism—was found in higher amounts in those who are obese and struggle with cravings.
China Boosts Military Presence in Africa’s Sahel Region
Beijing plans to send more troops and weapons to favored regions in Africa as it seeks to protect assets and prepare for combat.
Trump’s ‘Unleash Alaska’ Order Aims To Untangle Stalled LNG Project
A planned 807-mile pipeline between Prudhoe Bay and the planned Kenai terminal would boost exports and deliver natural gas to remote Alaskans.
Department of Education Drops Book Ban Complaints, Rescinds Related Guidance
The new department leadership said that decisions about school library content should be made at the local level by parents and school boards.
Paraguay and Taiwan Enjoy Robust Diplomatic Ties, Says Paraguayan President
Switching diplomatic allegiance from Taiwan to China has not brought the economic benefits that some countries have hoped for, the president said.
7 Great Board and Card Games for Long Winter Nights
Hidden identity games, strategy games, literary games—there’s something for every family to enjoy.
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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
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How the ‘Bridge That Couldn’t Be Built’ Was Built
In ‘This Week in History,’ the citizens of San Francisco chose to build the impossible bridge and rely on a brilliant designer to lead the way.
Parker’s Election to Baseball Hall of Fame a Long Time Coming
More than 30 years since he took his last swings in an MLB batter’s box, Dave Parker is now a National Baseball Hall of Famer.
Parker’s Election to Baseball Hall of Fame a Long Time Coming
More than 30 years since he took his last swings in an MLB batter’s box, Dave Parker is now a National Baseball Hall of Famer.
Former Phillies General Manager on Launching New Batting Sport
Sluggball is like pickle ball but for baseball.
Former Phillies General Manager on Launching New Batting Sport
Sluggball is like pickle ball but for baseball.
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Fat Within Muscles More Dangerous for Heart Than Overall Body Weight
A new study challenges traditional BMI-based risk assessment.
Fat Within Muscles More Dangerous for Heart Than Overall Body Weight
A new study challenges traditional BMI-based risk assessment.
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Martin and Osa Johnson: For the Love of Adventure
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a couple whose love of adventure gave Americans the chance to see the world’s most exotic places.
‘The Awful Truth’: You Can’t Divorce Trust From Marriage
Director Leo McCarey guides Cary Grant and Irene Dunn through a marriage romp.
Charles H. Stockton: The Admiral of International Law
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a U.S. naval officer who becomes the most important American voice for international law.
Martin and Osa Johnson: For the Love of Adventure
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a couple whose love of adventure gave Americans the chance to see the world’s most exotic places.
How a Cowboy Cook Makes His Cast-Iron Pans Last Forever
Kent Rollins shares how to properly season and clean these kitchen workhorses, plus the two pans every home cook needs.
