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A federal judge has ordered Lawrence Reed, 50, to remain in custody pending trial after he was charged with terrorism for allegedly setting a woman on fire inside a Chicago train. The incident occurred Monday night when Reed reportedly doused the victim with gasoline and set her ablaze on a Blue Line train. Reed’s case…
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton’s criminal trial is facing significant delays due to the complexities involved in handling classified information, according to recent court proceedings. Bolton was indicted last month for allegedly retaining and transmitting classified materials during his tenure as a senior official in the Trump administration. At a hearing on Friday, federal…
Scientists have been left astonished after a species of moss survived nine months on the exterior of the International Space Station (ISS), showcasing an incredible resilience to harsh space conditions. The discovery could pave the way for future space gardens and support long-term human habitation in outer space. Moss Spores Endure Extreme Conditions The moss…
Georgia Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced on Friday that she will resign from her position in Congress early next year, marking the end of a controversial five-year tenure. Troubled Departure In a statement released to the public, Greene cited her disillusionment with the political establishment and its perceived alignment with special interests over constituents….
As the third confirmed interstellar visitor in history, Comet 3I/ATLAS has sparked intense interest and debate among scientists and the public alike. The comet’s unusual trajectory and recent color shifts have raised questions about its origins and nature. NASA has been collecting data on 3I/ATLAS since it was first detected in July 2025, but the…
Few groups are more deeply entwined with American politics than farmers. From farm bills to tariff wars, subsidies to ethanol mandates, Washington has consistently had its hand on the tiller of rural America. For many growers, politics has been both a lifeline and a chokehold — providing crucial supports in bad years, while at other…
The debate over Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension has spilled far beyond late-night comedy and into the heart of America’s oldest constitutional promise: the First Amendment. At issue is not whether viewers like Kimmel’s jokes, but whether government officials — including the president and the chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) — should play any role…
Pete Hegseth, a former Army National Guard officer and conservative media personality, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of Defense. This controversial decision raises questions about Hegseth’s qualifications and the influence of Trump’s “America First” agenda on U.S. military policy.
From Reagan’s amnesty to Trump’s mass deportation plans, U.S. immigration policy has seen dramatic shifts over the decades. Each administration has wrestled with balancing security and humanitarian obligations, shaping the national conversation on immigration reform and its far-reaching impacts on American society.
Elon Musk, a titan of technology and innovation, has built his empire on both personal ambition and substantial government support. As his companies Tesla and SpaceX continue to thrive, their success is fueled by billions in taxpayer funding. With the recent election of Donald Trump, the evolving political landscape could further shape Musk’s ventures, potentially altering regulatory and market dynamics.