Trump to Suspend Funding to South Africa Over Land Expropriation
The controversial expropriation law aims to address racial disparities in land ownership.
Is Your Diet Making You Sick? | Dr. Berg
‘They find these loopholes and they try to cheat the system. And it’s called organic, but is it really organic?’ asks Dr. Eric Berg.
Castello di Amorosa: California Medieval
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a medieval revival castle in California’s Napa Valley wine country.
How a Groundhog Became America’s Most Famous Meteorologist
In ‘This Week in History,’ groundhogs, a cartoonist, and a Pennsylvania editor with a flair for the dramatic create a lasting American tradition.
‘The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits’: A Cozy Amish Mystery
In a new novel, someone’s hand gets caught in the cookie jar as Fannie Miller solves the mysterious disappearance of contestants at a local baking contest.
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European Leaders Promise to Be Tough, United in Response to Trump’s Tariffs
French President Emmanuel Macron said the tariff issue might push the EU ’to be more united and more active to respond to issues of collective security.’
Musk Says Trump Has Agreed to Shut Down USAID
‘We spent the weekend feeding USAID into the wood chipper,’ Elon Musk said.
East Palestine Residents Still Concerned, Frustrated 2 Years After Toxic Train Derailment
Feb. 3 marks the two-year point after a Norfolk Southern train carrying hazardous materials derailed in the village on the Ohio-Pennsylvania line.
Washington’s New Tariffs Could Level the Playing Field Between Temu and Amazon
The tariffs may close a loophole that exempted imports of packages with a value of $800 or less from previous tariffs.
How US Has Responded to Countries Rejecting Deportees
Colombia is not the only country that has previously refused to accept deportee flights from the United States.
‘The Disaster After the Disaster’: Toxic Hazards Threaten LA Residents
Families left in the dark about when it’s safe to return home and who’s responsible for testing ashes for chemicals and toxins.
Insiders Say China’s Xi Believes He Can Secure Deal With Trump on Taiwan: China Observer
Beijing is trying to offer Trump a deal in exchange for concessions it wants on Taiwan, a CCP insider tells Yuan Hongbing.
White House Says Tariffs Are ‘Necessary Solution’ in Response to Critics
Industry groups argue that imposing widespread tariffs won’t solve the fentanyl crisis. Families affected by it support the move.
Shen Yun Captivates Italian Audience: ‘Like You Were Dreaming’
Shen Yun Performing Arts showcased the spirit of ancient Chinese civilization through classical Chinese dance, music, and storytelling in Ancona, Italy, on Jan.
Panama Says It Will Not Renew ‘Belt and Road’ Agreement With China After Rubio Visit
The announcement followed President Jose Mulino’s meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Panama City on Sunday.
Day in Photos: Punxsutawney Phil’s Prediction, Marco Rubio Visits Panama, and WWII Festivities
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
Falun Gong Practitioners Celebrate Chinese New Year in Flushing Parade
Many New York politicians took part in the event, including New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Transportation Secretary Calls for FAA Reforms, More Air Traffic Controllers After Deadly Plane Crash
‘You want the brightest protecting yourself and your family. That’s what we’re going to do with the department,’ Sean Duffy said.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
FBI Captures Fugitive on 10 Most Wanted List
This is the second individual from the list arrested in a week.
Trump Says Venezuela Agreed to Take Illegal Immigrants Back, Pay for Transportation
That includes Tren de Aragua gang members, the president says.
Rubio Demands Panama Reduce Chinese Influence Over Canal or US Will Act
The top U.S. diplomat’s first overseas trip reflects a desire to counter Chinese influence in Latin America.
Houston–New York Flight ‘Safely Aborted Its Takeoff,’ Passengers Evacuated, FAA Says
No additional information was provided by the FAA, which advised people to ‘contact the airline for additional information.’
USAID Website Goes Offline Amid Trump Admin’s Freeze on Foreign Aid
The Trump administration has not yet said whether it plans to eliminate the agency or give the State Department more authority over USAID.
Trump Defends Tariffs, Says Potential Gain ‘Worth the Price That Must Be Paid’
‘Will there be some pain? Yes, maybe ... it will all be worth the price that must be paid,’ Trump said.
‘Sir Patrick Spens’: A Moving Poem of Loyalty
This medieval poem about an ill-fated knight is a lesson in loyalty.
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Cutting the Budget
In an effort to change the objective of a bureaucracy, you need to establish goals and rewards for success in achieving those goals.
There Was a Time
Someday, maybe, God will decide we’ve suffered enough, and ... then we will return.
The Untold Stories of the Tiananmen Massacre
We will never know how many people were massacred the night of June 3‒4, 1989
A History of the American Nation
A patriotic poem by Ted Schneider
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How the ‘Bridge That Couldn’t Be Built’ Was Built
In ‘This Week in History,’ the citizens of San Francisco chose to build the impossible bridge and rely on a brilliant designer to lead the way.
Figure Skater Maxim Naumov, 23, Receives Constant Care After Losing Parents in DC Plane Crash
World Figure Skating champions Evgenia ‘Zhenya’ Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were among the 67 killed in the collision on Jan. 29.
Figure Skater Maxim Naumov, 23, Receives Constant Care After Losing Parents in DC Plane Crash
World Figure Skating champions Evgenia ‘Zhenya’ Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were among the 67 killed in the collision on Jan. 29.
Health Advice That Doesn’t Fit? Here’s Why You Should Be Your Own Expert
No two bodies are alike, so why would the same health advice work for everyone? Learn how to listen to your body to discover what’s right for you.
Health Advice That Doesn’t Fit? Here’s Why You Should Be Your Own Expert
No two bodies are alike, so why would the same health advice work for everyone? Learn how to listen to your body to discover what’s right for you.
Olympic Athletes Pulled for Gold in the Tug-of-War
The popular backyard game was a competitive event in the Summer Olympic Games in the early 1900s.
‘One Day’: From the Shadows of Sorrow, Rays of Hope and Healing Arise
As a man works on an insurance claim for a woman in a coma, something strange happens.
Magnificent and Unusual Creatures of Our World
Author Katherine Rundell’s ‘Vanishing Treasures’ explains why we should learn about our planet’s marvelous fellow inhabitants.
Monticello’s Heritage Trees
In this installment on “History Off the Beaten Path,” we visit the grounds of President Thomas Jefferson’s home and see some trees that he had planted.
Olympic Athletes Pulled for Gold in the Tug-of-War
The popular backyard game was a competitive event in the Summer Olympic Games in the early 1900s.
Toledo: Spain’s Historic, Artistic, and Spiritual Center
Toledo’s street plan is the most confusing in Spain, its cathedral the most Gothic, and the cathedral’s altar the most stunning.
Cool Is the New Hot: Why the Coldest Vacations Are 2025’s Hottest Travel Trend
Forget palm-fringed beaches, it’s ice ice baby.
How to Handle Winter Storm-Related Travel Disruptions
As the powerful Winter Storm Blair swept across the United States, travelers found themselves facing widespread flight delays and cancellations.
Toledo: Spain’s Historic, Artistic, and Spiritual Center
Toledo’s street plan is the most confusing in Spain, its cathedral the most Gothic, and the cathedral’s altar the most stunning.
Belle da Costa Greene: The Morgan Library’s Medieval Manuscripts
The Morgan Library & Museum celebrates its inaugural director and her selection of superlative medieval manuscripts.
Frederic Dorr Steele: Creating the American Persona of Sherlock Holmes
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young artist who illustrates for literary giants and creates a lasting visual image of Sherlock Holmes.
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