Trump Says ‘Big Force’ of US Naval Ships Headed Toward Iran
The number of confirmed fatalities in Iran since protests began on Dec. 28 has reached nearly 5,000, according to Human Rights Activists in Iran.
US to Gain ‘Total Access’ to Greenland Without Payment, Trump Says
Under the agreement, the United States would gain access to the Arctic island for an unlimited period of time and at no cost.
House Committee Calls on IRS to Crack Down on NGOs Funding Terrorists
In Minnesota, federal funds earmarked for hungry children and disabled seniors have likely been diverted to extremist groups, according to Scott Bessent.
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Homeland Security Seeks to Restrict Immigrants From Relying on Welfare
Changes to the public charge rule aim to reduce incentives to illegal immigration and discourage immigrants from relying on public benefits.
House Passes Spending Package to Fund Government
While the package includes some targeted spending reductions, it largely maintains funding at Fiscal Year 2025 levels.
Russia Will Meet With US and Ukrainian Officials as Territorial Disputes Linger
Following a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. officials, the Kremlin indicated that no major breakthrough had been achieved.
A New Approach to Alzheimer’s? | Lou Reese
A new biotechnology has shown preliminary promise in the treatment of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
Tens of Thousands Expected for March for Life in DC
While Roe v. Wade was struck down almost four years ago, pro-life advocates say more needs to be done.
Lawmakers Question Health Insurance CEOs on Cost, Business Practices
Republicans and Democrats agreed on the need to lower health insurance costs but differed in approach.
TikTok Announces Formation of US Majority-Owned Joint Venture to Prevent Ban
TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is backed by managing investors Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX. The app’s Beijing-based parent company retains a 19.9 percent stake.
US Homicide Rate Plummets to 125-Year Low, Group Reports
Carjacking and shoplifting have come down significantly in the country.
Trump, Zelenskyy Say They Had Good Meeting in Davos
Territorial disputes remain unresolved, but negotiations about a deal are ‘an ongoing process,’ the U.S. president told reporters.
Your Gut Bacteria Determine Whether Healthy Foods Actually Help You
Scientists mapped 775 plant nutrients and discovered that the gut bacteria’s ability to convert them varies dramatically from person to person.
NTD 7th International Figure Painting Competition Winners Announced
This week, the works of 60 finalists are on display in New York City, and two painters demonstrated their skills in a live painting event.
US Officially Exits World Health Organization
The Trump administration cuts funding, recalls U.S. officials from the WHO.
Laughter in the Oval Office: Presidents and the Healing Power of a Well-Timed Joke
Faced with crises at home and abroad, presidents found that brevity and wit could lighten the weightiest office in the nation.
NTD’s Painting Competition Highlights Growth, Depth, and Timeless Beauty
The opening ceremony of NTD seventh International Figure Painting Competition demonstrates how beautifully artists have matured through these competitions.
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Simple Meal Plan to Minimize Common IBS Symptoms
For people with IBS and constipation, a low-FODMAP based diet can lesson discomforts such as gas, bloating, and pain.
‘Picturesque America’: Celebrating the Nation’s Natural Treasures
The two-volume set of books celebrates America by visually touring its national treasures and natural wonders.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
FDA Warns of Contamination Concerns in Over-the-Counter Drug Recall
The list of products includes Advil, Bayer, Advil, Tylenol, and more that were distributed by a Minneapolis-based company.
In Charts: Trump’s First Year by the Numbers
Trump’s policies have influenced everything from economic growth and stock market performance to gas prices and mortgage rates.
Trump Calls Off Tariffs Over Greenland, Announces ‘Framework’ of Future Arctic Deal
‘This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America, and all NATO Nations,’ Trump wrote on Truth Social.
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House Narrowly Rejects Democratic Bid to Limit Military Action in Venezuela
The measure failed in a 215–215 tie after one Republican was forced to rush back to Washington to cast the decisive vote.
Czech Police Detain Individual on Suspicion of Spying for China
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš said the implications of the espionage case could be ‘far more serious’ than summoning an ambassador.
Europe Lags in Unicorn Creation—What’s Holding It Back?
Europe continues to trail the United States and China in producing unicorns as structural barriers slow startup scaling and investment.
Travis Kelce Hints at Returning Next Season After Kansas City Chiefs’ Coaching Hire
Eric Bieniemy is back as the Chiefs’ offensive coordinator, a job he held from 2018-22. Those were five All-Pro years for Kelce.
Bruce Bilson, Emmy-Winning TV Director Behind ‘Get Smart’ and ‘Andy Griffith,’ Dies at 97
Bilson’s body of work includes ‘Hogan’s Heroes,’ ‘Barney Miller,’ and ‘The Odd Couple.’
US-Funded Vaccine Trial in Africa on Hold: Health Minister
Researchers want to analyze the hepatitis B vaccine in Guinea-Bissau.
What Kind of Cough Do You Have? How to Identify It and Treat It Naturally
In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), treating a cough begins with addressing the root cause rather than just alleviating the symptoms.
Nature’s Electrolyte Drink: Why Coconut Water Is So Hydrating
Coconut water matches sports drinks for rehydration, with fewer additives.
Why Do So Many Studies Challenge HHS’s Recommendation Against Acetaminophen?
Studies with findings contradicting the September announcement by the HHS share similar patterns.
The Most Exciting Restaurants Opening Across the US
If there’s one restaurant trend to get excited about, it’s pedigreed chefs reinventing the concept of walk-up counters.
Foam-Backed Carpet Simplifies Installation
When placing foam-backed carpeting over concrete, as in a basement or over a slab, you must first check to be sure no moisture comes through it.
Isaac Newton’s Lost Papers–And His Search for God’s Divine Plan
‘This most beautiful system ... could only proceed from the counsel and dominion of an intelligent and powerful being,‘ wrote Newton.
National Park Staff Are Asking About Citizenship Status. Here’s Why
Visitors who do not have a U.S. government-issued ID will be asked to purchase a nonresident annual pass.
