D.C. has been under tighter federal control before. Here’s what it looked like
Washington, D.C., has been a focal point of recent events with President Trump’s announcement of deploying the D.C. National Guard and temporarily taking control of the city’s police force. This move signifies a significant escalation in his ongoing threats to federalize the nation’s capital. President…
Tropical Storm Erin could become the first Atlantic hurricane of the 2025 season
A tropical storm brewing in the Atlantic Ocean near Africa has the potential to escalate into the first Atlantic hurricane of the 2025 season, according to federal forecasters. Tropical Storm Erin, currently positioned approximately 950 miles west of Cape Verde, is expected to intensify, possibly…
State Department slashes its annual reports on human rights
The State Department, a key player in the United States government’s international diplomacy efforts, has recently made significant changes to its annual reports on human rights, leading to concerns and criticism from various quarters. The new reports, released this week, have undergone a substantial reduction…
Syria Tries To Rebuild A Functioning Economy After Years of Corrupt Dictatorship
Syria is currently grappling with the complex task of rebuilding its economy after years of corrupt dictatorship. The nation has been facing a multi-layered financial crisis following the ousting of the previous regime by opposition fighters last year, leading to the formation of a new…
Trump official tells census workers Congress has final say over the count, not Trump
In a recent statement made by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick of the Trump administration, it has been clarified that the ultimate authority over the national census lies with Congress and not President Trump. This crucial information comes less than a week after the president’s announcement…
Amazon deploys additional Kuiper satellites for internet network
Amazon, the global e-commerce giant, has recently taken a strategic step in enhancing its space-based internet infrastructure by deploying an additional 24 Kuiper satellites. This move comes as part of Amazon’s broader efforts to expand its internet network and boost connectivity services worldwide. The 24…
Texas ranks first in preseason college football AP Poll
Texas has clinched the number one spot in the latest preseason college football AP Poll, marking a significant moment in the anticipation of the upcoming season. Following closely behind are Penn State and Ohio State, securing the second and third positions respectively. The rankings were…
Netflix extends partnership with Meghan Markle’s media company
Streaming giant Netflix has recently announced an extension of its creative partnership with Archewell Productions, the media company founded by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. The collaboration between Netflix and the high-profile duo has garnered significant attention since its inception, and this latest development underscores…
Paramount secures UFC streaming rights in $7.7B deal
Paramount, a key player in the entertainment industry, has made a significant move by securing the exclusive streaming rights for UFC fights in the United States. The deal, valued at a whopping $7.7 billion, spans a seven-year agreement. This partnership marks a pivotal moment for…
Nvidia and AMD deal raises constitutional issues on AI chip exports
Nvidia and AMD’s recent agreement to allocate 15% of revenues from artificial intelligence (AI) chip sales to China to the US government has ignited a debate surrounding constitutional issues related to taxation on exports. The move comes as export licenses for these AI chips have…
