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The Homeland Security secretary gave an extensive interview on Sunday about the rash of recent sightings.
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Joseph Pulitzer, a British Editor, and the First Crossword Puzzle
In ‘This Week in History,’ a struggling newspaper became the nation’s largest and gave the world its first crossword puzzle.

‘Truths’: Vivek Ramaswamy’s Take on the Future of American Politics
The author discusses how to heal the political division in America, chiefly, by looking at pressing issues honestly.

A Tale of Two Eulogies: George Washington’s and Our Own
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‘I am grateful for the support, but we need more,’ New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said regarding the rash of recent drone swarm sightings.
US Needs to Go on Cyber Offense, Says Waltz
The United States need to impose real costs on foreign bad actors, said Rep. Mike Waltz, the incoming national security adviser.
New Vehicle Prices Jump in November: Kelley Blue Book
Electric car prices dropped in contrast with other vehicles as incentives piled up to ‘the highest level since the pandemic.’
New CDC, FDA, and NIH Nominees–Where Do They Stand on Key Health Issues?
With American’s trust in its health agencies hovering low, their newly nominated leaders have a large task before them.
New Mass Shooting Threats Made Against US Arts Group Shen Yun
The performing arts group with a mission of presenting authentic Chinese culture was targeted with a series of similar, false threats earlier this year.
2 Men Arrested After Drone Operates ‘Dangerously Close’ to Boston’s Airport, Police Say
A third man fled the scene in a ’small vessel,' authorities said.
Federal Appeals Court Judge Rescinds Retirement
U.S. Circuit Judge James Wynn is the third judge to do so since the November election.
ABC News, George Stephanopoulos Agree to Pay $15 Million to Settle Trump’s Defamation Lawsuit
ABC News and George Stephanopoulos have agreed to apologize to Trump and pay millions to settle a defamation lawsuit.
Biden Establishes Task Force to Monitor China’s Censorship and Harassment in US
The president issued a memorandum to address the Chinese Communist Party’s transnational repression targeting individuals and businesses.
Post-US Election, CCP Intensifies Campaign Against Falun Gong in United States
China’s Minister of Public Security hosted a secret video conference instructing US-based CCP agents to drive a wedge between Falun Gong and the US government.
Stress Has 3 Stages–Here’s How to Conquer Each of Them
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Infertility: 5 Main Causes and 5 Natural Approaches
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Realtor Association Reveals Top 10 Hottest US Housing Markets for 2025
Mortgage rates at 6 percent are expected to be the ‘new normal’ next year.
Family Members Say Wards of the State Lost Rights and Assets Under Guardianship
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US Indo-Pacific Air Bases Vulnerable to Chinese Missile Attacks: Report
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Boeing’s Failed Plea Deal: What Happens Next
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Policing the Homeless and Drug Addicted: Cruel or Kind?
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This Italian Chef Bakes 20 Different Kinds of Cookies Every Christmas. She Revealed Her Secrets for Success
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Jaguars Tight End Is the Latest Casualty in Team’s Injury-Riddled Season
Evan Engram, whose shoulder injury has ended his season, joins a slew of offensive players whom Jacksonville has lost.

Jaguars Tight End Is the Latest Casualty in Team’s Injury-Riddled Season
Evan Engram, whose shoulder injury has ended his season, joins a slew of offensive players whom Jacksonville has lost.

This Holiday Season, Nurture Relationships for Better Health and Lasting Happiness
There are physical and emotional benefits to sharing holidays in a community, and experts offer strategies on how you can and should take the initiative.

This Holiday Season, Nurture Relationships for Better Health and Lasting Happiness
There are physical and emotional benefits to sharing holidays in a community, and experts offer strategies on how you can and should take the initiative.

Edward Flanagan: Founder of Boys Town
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‘With a Song in My Heart’: Jane Froman’s Heroic Comeback
Susan Hayward draws from personal experience to bring a courageous singer to the silver screen.

Mercy Dogs on the Battlefield
In this installment of “Forgotten History Matters,” we learn that dogs were trained to save lives and to comfort dying soldiers in times of war.

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How Wilma Rudolph Surmounted the Considerable Odds Against Her
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Ex Libris: James Madison
In this latest installment in our ‘Ex Libris’ series, we look at the books and writers who influenced the father of the Constitution.

How Imperialist Thought Corrupted the CIA’s Original Mission
In ‘The CIA: An Imperial History,’ Hugh Wilford identifies how the agency attained an imperialist posture despite America’s post-WWII anti-imperialism.
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