In a dramatic escalation of tensions between federal and state governments over energy and climate policy, the Department of Justice has launched an unprecedented legal offensive against four states. The federal lawsuits, filed last week against Hawaii, Michigan, New York, and Vermont, represent one of the most aggressive assertions of federal authority over state-level environmental…
Note:Video of new pope at the end of article. 1. From Black Smoke to White Smoke: The Conclave Unfolds 1.1 The Initial Days of the Conclave The papal election began on May 7, 2025, as 115 cardinal electors under the age of 80 were sealed inside the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel. In accordance with centuries-old tradition,…
Emirates Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Dubai; All Passengers Safe An Emirates flight from Thiruvananthapuram, India, made an emergency landing at Dubai International Airport on Wednesday. All 300 people on board — 282 passengers and 18 crew — were safely evacuated. Tragically, a firefighter died while responding to the incident, and 10 individuals were hospitalized….
Pope Francis, aged 88, passed away on Easter Monday, 21 April, due to a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and heart failure. Following nine days of mourning and the traditional sede vacante period, the College of Cardinals convened in the Sistine Chapel for the papal conclave. After several rounds of voting, white smoke confirmed the…
Just one day after the conclave began in Rome, the College of Cardinals has elected a new pope: Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. In a surprise decision, Prevost—an American born in Chicago and known for his moderate stance—was chosen over several expected frontrunners. He will take the name Pope Leo XIV. His appointment comes after the…
First Lady Melania Trump made a quietly bold fashion choice at this year’s White House Easter Egg Roll, sparking conversations on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border. On Monday, Melania arrived in a sophisticated, cream-colored trench coat—striking not for its design, but for its origin. Instead of selecting a piece from an American designer, she…
Today was the first day, and I stood there in a crisp new uniform that hadn’t quite molded to my body yet, trying to project confidence even though my stomach twisted in knots. The academy courtyard buzzed with nervous energy. We were all strangers, each of us pretending not to feel the weight of the…
The Untold Story Behind The Brady Bunch—On-Set Secrets, Off-Screen Romances, and Personal Struggles Though The Brady Bunch enjoyed only modest ratings during its original 1969–1974 run, it transformed into a cultural phenomenon through syndication, captivating generations of fans and inspiring spin-offs, movies, and specials. But while the show projected a wholesome, picture-perfect family, life behind…
Singer and songwriter Alex Sampson made the journey from the small town of Atikokan, Ontario, chasing a dream that began long before he ever stepped onto a major stage. With nothing but his voice, his heart, and his original song titled “Pretty Baby,” Alex boarded a plane with hopes higher than ever, leaving behind the…
While celebrating 100 days back in office with his trademark pomp and flair, Donald Trump delivered a harsh message to his supporters, defending his aggressive trade war that’s making America greatly unaffordable for many. In August 2024, Donald Trump promised Americans that under his presidency, the cost of living would be more affordable. “When I win, I…