De-Dollarization Effort in Spotlight After Trump’s Tariff Threat on BRICS
The nine-nation alliance of emerging economies has shifted away from the US dollar.
Why We Teach Our First Graders Shakespeare: Michael Fitzgerald
Michael Fitzgerald is the principal of a private elementary school in New York focused on classics, immersion in nature, and nurturing strong moral character.
‘September 5’: How 1972 Olympics Hostage Crisis was Reported
“September 5” skillfully portrays how sports broadcasters at the 1972 Olympics navigated unknown ethical territory in reporting a tragic but newsworthy event.
Knute Rockne: Father of an American Sporting Tradition
This is the story of one Norwegian immigrant who changed the face of American football.
A War Hero, a Brilliant Diplomat, and the ‘Corrupt’ 1824 Election
In ‘This Week in History,’ accusations of a ‘corrupt bargain’ during the 1824 election lead to the rise of the Democratic and Republican parties.
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Hunter Biden Reacts to Pardon, Says He Will Not Take It for Granted
President Joe Biden pardoned his son after previously saying that he would not do so.
What to Expect From Trump Administration’s Mass Deportation Plans
States that are willing to help could work with the federal government to patrol the southwest border and even arrest illegal immigrants.
Tracking Every Trump Cabinet Pick
The president-elect is selecting his Cabinet nominees after winning the 2024 presidential election.
First Lady Announces White House Holiday Theme: ‘Season of Peace and Light’
‘Our hope is for the nation to be blessed with the peace and light of the holiday season,’ the Bidens said.
US Issues New Wave of Restrictions to Block China Access to Chips Tech
The CCP’s goals with this technology include military modernization, the development of weapons of mass destruction, and social control, U.S. officials say.
CCP Whistleblower Names Top Chinese Official Behind Attacks on Shen Yun
The Chinese regime’s Ministry of State Security is undertaking a plan against Falun Gong spiritual practice and Shen Yun, whistleblower says.
The Hunt for the Best Christmas Tree Ever
Independents struggle in an industry now dominated by Big Ag and Big Box retailers but longtime customers know these lots are still the place to find ‘The One.’
Biden Arrives in Angola, Marking His 1st Visit to Africa
The president will highlight his signature initiative known as the Lobito Corridor project, a rail line investment project that began last year.
Georgia: Pro-EU Protesters and Police Clash for 4th Night
Georgia’s prime minister Irakli Kobakhidze has warned that those demonstrating against the government in Tbilisi ‘will be met with the full rigor of the law.’
US Reduces Garment Imports From China, Benefiting Other Asian Nations
Trade wars and China’s human rights violations mainly contribute to the slump, with experts watching how Trump’s new tenure will impact it further.
Supreme Court to Hear Arguments Over FDA’s Rejection of Flavored Vape Products
The Fifth Circuit held that the FDA’s rejections were arbitrary and capricious.
China’s Consumer Spending Problem Has Become an International Issue
The country’s dependence on investment and exports is threatening its economy at home and affecting prices worldwide.
Congress’s December To-Do List
Top of the list is to pass government funding before a Dec. 20 deadline to avert a shutdown.
What to Know About Kash Patel, Trump’s Pick to Lead the FBI
Patel is a longtime critic of the federal agency he’s now poised to lead.
Investigations of Chinese Military Officials a Setback to Xi’s Taiwan Plan: Experts
The successive incidents involving Xi-appointed generals affect morale within the army and cast a shadow over the plan to annex Taiwan, experts say.
Taiwan President Reiterates Commitment to Peace in Visit to Hawaii
Lai Ching-te is transiting through Hawaii for a seven-day trip to Taiwan’s three diplomatic allies in the South Pacific.
Canada to Strengthen Border After Trump Tariff Threat, Top Official Says
Canadian Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc said that more resources will be sent to the border.
Love, Honor, and Patriotism: Lee Brice’s ‘I Drive Your Truck’
The true story that inspired Lee Brice’s hit single ‘I Drive Your Truck.’
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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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Alabama A&M Player Dies After Injury at Game Last Month
Linebacker Medrick ‘Meddy’ Burnett Jr., 20, passed away this week after suffering traumatic injuries a month ago at a game against Alabama State.
Alabama A&M Player Dies After Injury at Game Last Month
Linebacker Medrick ‘Meddy’ Burnett Jr., 20, passed away this week after suffering traumatic injuries a month ago at a game against Alabama State.
Wayne Northrop, ‘Days of Our Lives’ Alum and ’Dynasty' Actor, Dies at 77
The longtime television actor died Nov. 29 surrounded by family after a six-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Wayne Northrop, ‘Days of Our Lives’ Alum and ’Dynasty' Actor, Dies at 77
The longtime television actor died Nov. 29 surrounded by family after a six-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
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7 Stoic Principles to Live By
The path to happiness is paved with the appreciation of what we have in this moment.
7 Stoic Principles to Live By
The path to happiness is paved with the appreciation of what we have in this moment.
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‘The Best General in the Civil War: A Novel’
Writer Conrad Bibens writes a fictional memoir of an unsung Union general.
‘Beyond the Blackboard’: Teachers Can Be Heroes
This installment of ‘Movies for Teens and Young Adults’ depicts how caring can work miracles.
Braised Short Ribs
Rich, tender, and slow-cooked in a flavorful red wine sauce, these braised short ribs are the ultimate comfort food—perfect for cozy nights.
