Senate Leaves for Memorial Day Recess Without Passing ICE, Border Patrol Funding Bill
Republicans couldn’t secure passage before recess amid divisions over $1 billion in ballroom security funding and an ‘anti-weaponization’ settlement fund.
House Republicans Pull Scheduled Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution
The bill was withdrawn after a previous vote had been open for nearly an hour.
Permanent Daylight Saving Bill Advances to House Floor
President Donald Trump said he would ‘work very hard’ to have the Sunshine Protection Act signed into law.
Greenlandic Mothers in Denmark Fight to Get Children Back From Foster Care
A controversial test of parenting competency that put many Greenlanders’ kids in foster care was dropped in 2025. But parents and kids remain separated.
US Blacklists 9 Hezbollah-Linked Lebanese Officials
The sanctions marks the first time Washington has sanctioned sitting Lebanese government security officials.
Putin-Xi Summit Signals Mutual Dependence Amid US Pressure While Discord Remains: Analysts
Russia’s president left Beijing without reaching a deal on the proposed major gas pipeline project that ships natural gas from Russia to China.
Apple Asks Supreme Court to Review Contempt Order in Epic Games Lawsuit
A federal judge previously found the company flouted her injunction against anticompetitive business practices.
How Cartels Force Children Into Prostitution, Drug Dealing and Even Killing | Rosi Orozco
Over the years, Orozco and the teams she works with have rescued more than 400 people, mostly minors.
Rubio: ICE Arrests Sister of Cuban Regime-Linked Executive
The secretary of state said on X that he terminated Adys Morera’s permanent resident status. She will remain in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.
Smoky Baked Beans: A No-Added-Sugar Recipe for Memorial Day
Swap ultra-processed sauces and sugar-loaded canned beans for baked beans made with simple, whole-food ingredients to serve alongside your BBQ this weekend.
Trump Hints at Intervention in Cuba Following Indictment of Castro
The United States moved an aircraft carrier into the Caribbean this week after announcing an indictment against the former communist leader Raúl Castro.
The Best War Movies to Watch This Memorial Day (and Why)
Through unforgettable characters and gripping battlefield scenes, war movies remind us of the sacrifices made by those who serve.
In Celebration of National Wine Day
Here are a handful of tasty vintage offerings for your dining and viewing pleasure.
Shen Yun Closes a Season of Acclamation, Medals, and Sold-Out Houses
The classical Chinese dance company’s 20th tour drew generals, lawmakers, and sold-out crowds across five continents—often in defiance of Beijing’s pressure.
Colonoscopy: The Most Used Screening Test for Colon Cancer, Here Are the Benefits and Risks
There is ongoing debate about who should undergo a colonoscopy and when.
These Honored Dead: New and Old Traditions Can Strengthen Memorial Day and America
Decorating graves, flags at half-staff, red poppies, virtual tours, and a moment of silence are ways to honor the fallen and to find our own way.
Supreme Court Directs Lower Courts to Reexamine Decisions in Voting Rights Act Cases
The high court said vote-dilution claims against Mississippi and North Dakota need to be reexamined after its recent landmark redistricting ruling.
Thomas Massie Loses Primary to Trump-Backed Ed Gallrein
Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL, was bolstered by record spending in the Kentucky U.S. House GOP contest.
Trump Orders Federal Reserve to Review Fintech Companies’ Access to Payment Accounts
The order calls for integration of digital assets and financial technology into ‘traditional financial services and payment systems.’
Tennessee Supreme Court Weighs New Congressional Map Ahead of Midterms
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signed a new U.S. congressional map into law on May 7.
Teachers’ Wages ‘Essentially Flat’ for 50 Years, Analysis Says
The largest teachers’ union spent $220.5 million on political activities last year, compared to $45.4 million on local collective bargaining-related matters.
World Gymnastics Defends Decision to Lift All Restrictions on Russian and Belarusian Gymnasts
The sport’s governing body said it ‘firmly believes that sport and politics must remain separate’ as it ends requirement for athletes to compete as ‘neutral.’
New Raiders Coach Labels His Star Tight End a ‘Football Robot From Heaven’
Head coach Klint Kubiak has high praise for Brock Bowers: ‘He’s a Cadillac out there. We’ve got to get the most out of Brock.’
Influencer, Father, and Ex-Boyfriend Charged in Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot Targeting Singer
Former Why Don’t We member Jack Avery thanked law enforcement while saying his focus remains on ‘being the best father I can be.’
A 12-Minute At-Home Resistance Band Workout for Glutes and Legs
With only a resistance band, you can strengthen and sculpt your glutes and legs from the comfort of your home.
Stinging Nettles for Seasonal Allergies: How to Forage and Use Them
Transform stinging nettles into flavorful meals and smoothies that can also help relieve seasonal allergy symptoms.
PCOS: One of the Most Misunderstood Conditions Women Face
PCOS was never a cystic disease; it is a metabolic syndrome.
Sustainable Sushi: Farm Grows Rare Wasabi Plants
Over 90 percent of the wasabi consumed in America is fake and these two wasabi farmers decided to do something about it.
Is Plaster or Drywall Better for New Room?
The biggest advantage of plaster is its superior hardness and strength. Drywall walls nick much more easily than plaster walls do.
Meet the Woman Behind the Italian Budget
Since childhood, Maria Rosaria Marino has been interested in economics, and graduated from La Sapienza, a renowned university in Rome, Italy.
10 Most Relaxing Beaches in the World: Only 2 Are in the US
Tropea Beach, which sits on Tyrrhenian Sea in the southern part of Italy’s Calabria region, is the world’s most relaxing beach.
