President Trump has altered the National Park Service’s fee-free calendar. He removed two historically significant dates: Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth. Both days commemorate pivotal moments in African American history and the struggle for civil rights. Their removal aligns with a broader administration pushback against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In their…
A list of 23 UK towns and cities, reportedly designated as priority Russian targets in a potential war, has been published. This escalates global tensions amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The list was shared by Dmitry Rogozin, a former Russian deputy prime minister. It identifies locations across the UK connected to defense and weapons…
Amid global tensions, some Americans are concerned about the potential return of military conscription, absent since 1973. While President Trump has called the idea “ridiculous,” public anxiety persists, with nearly half believing a world war is possible within a decade. Currently, the U.S. military remains an all-volunteer force. Formal efforts to reinstate a draft do…
Vice President JD Vance recently shared a memorable behind-the-scenes story from the Trump White House. He recounted the anecdote on the Benny Show podcast, hosted by journalist Benny Johnson. Vance described being in the Oval Office with President Trump and Senator Marco Rubio for an important meeting. During the discussion, Trump abruptly halted the conversation…
A real estate boom in Connecticut, dubbed the “Mamdani Effect,” is seeing wealthy New York City residents relocate. This follows Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral election victory in New York, with many citing fears over policies like free buses and economic uncertainty. Areas in Fairfield County, including Greenwich, are experiencing unprecedented demand. Broker Mary Ann Heaven reports…
Valerie Bertinelli Faces Mixed Reactions Over Bold Underwear Selfie Valerie Bertinelli, 64, stirred conversation after sharing a makeup-free selfie in underwear on Instagram. While she celebrated self-acceptance, the post drew polarized reactions. Bertinelli shared her struggles with body image, captioning, “Every lump, bump, wrinkle, and saggy part of me just feels acceptance…ready to color my…
Melania Trump visited Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., upholding a customary First Lady tradition. During her visit, she read the Christmas story *How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney* to the young patients. She also distributed toys while offering holiday greetings. She wished the children a very merry Christmas, along with strength and love….
President Donald Trump has proposed replacing federal income taxes with revenue from tariffs on imported goods. He has stated that Americans may not have to pay income tax in the “not too distant future.” This idea, repeatedly pledged during his 2024 campaign, is a central but controversial part of his economic agenda. Trump argues the…
The Supreme Court’s 7-2 decision in *Bufkin v. Collins* has significantly altered the legal landscape for veterans seeking benefits. The ruling establishes that courts must now accept the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) findings unless there is undeniable evidence of error. This decision weakens the long-standing “benefit-of-the-doubt” rule, which previously helped veterans win cases when…
When evaluating this proposal, it is important to separate the emotional appeal from the underlying mechanics. Tariffs are taxes on imports, which are typically paid by importers and often passed on to consumers through higher prices. While it is possible to raise substantial revenue this way, the true cost is usually spread across the economy…