Judge Rejects Request to Block DOGE From Accessing Government Data
A group of state attorneys general wanted the Department of Government Efficiency blocked from accessing government data as the case proceeds.
Where Governments Won’t Go: Charmaine Hedding’s Extreme Rescue Operations
Charmaine Hedding is the founder and president of the Shai Fund, a humanitarian organization that aids, protects, and even rescues persecuted minorities.

From the Rat Race to Beehives: How a San Diego Beekeeper Found Her Calling
Hilary Kearney is an expert beekeeper, business owner, and educator, passionate about sharing the wondrous world of these fascinating, intelligent creatures.

A Riveting Journalist-Turned-Spy Story: ‘Gabriel’s Moon’
William Boyd’s novel is told with charm and a well-honed style that keeps readers guessing until the end.

Mike Rowe’s Foundation Giving Away $2.5 Million in Trade School Scholarships
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Where Governments Won’t Go: Charmaine Hedding’s Extreme Rescue Operations
Charmaine Hedding is the founder and president of the Shai Fund, a humanitarian organization that aids, protects, and even rescues persecuted minorities.
US Pursues Broader Ties With Russia Amid Push for Peace in Ukraine
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict could pave the way for improved U.S.–Russia economic and geopolitical ties.
Senate Will Vote on Resolution to Enable Passage of Trump’s Budget Plan
Republicans in the Senate and House remain in disagreement about the plan, which prevents any further action.
Trump Signals Auto, Chip, Pharmaceutical Tariffs May Sit Around 25 Percent
A preliminary study is due to be completed on April 2 before the reciprocal tariffs are implemented.
30 Takeaways From Trump’s First 30 Days in Office
The president is reshaping federal government and foreign policy through a staggering number of executive actions and policy moves.
DOGE Says $4.7 Trillion in Treasury Payments Missing Identification Codes
The payments for unknown items make government spending almost impossible to track, according to the agency.
Trump Orders Agencies to Disclose Details of Wasteful Spending
While talking to reporters, President Donald Trump cited other instances of what his administration has described as wasteful spending.
Day in Photos: Plane Crash in Canada, US-Russia Negotiations, and Snow Maze in Poland
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
‘It’s Sensational’: Tours Audience Dazzled by Shen Yun’s Artistry and Spiritual Values
Shen Yun Performing Arts arrived in France’s historic town of Tours on Feb. 8. All five shows in the city sold out half a month before.
Appeals Court Blocks Biden-Era Student Loan Forgiveness Plan
The Eighth Circuit says the Biden administration went beyond the law by canceling loans rather than ensuring repayment.
Head of Whistleblower Agency Urges Supreme Court to Reverse Firing by Trump Administration
Biden appointee Hampton Dellinger asks justices to find his termination without cause is illegal.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
Judge Weighs Bid by Federal Unions to Block Government Downsizing
The unions say mass firings will result in lower revenue from member dues and less bargaining power.
Judge Orders Trump Admin to Reinstate Fired Merit Systems Protection Board Chair
President Donald Trump had terminated Cathy A. Harris, who has been serving since 2022, after the Senate confirmed her nomination by President Joe Biden.
Howard Lutnick Confirmed as Trump’s Commerce Secretary
The Wall Street billionaire executive will lead a study on reciprocal tariffs as one of his first duties.
Mexico Invites US Green Berets to Train Its Marines Amid Tariff Threats
Some Mexican lawmakers have argued for inviting U.S. military forces to Mexico not just to train but to fight against cartels.
Delta Flight Crash in Toronto—What We Know So Far
Airport CEO says the week before the crash, two storms brought the area more snow than they experienced the entire previous winter.
Trump Signs Executive Order to Enable OMB Oversight of Independent Agencies
The executive order comes as Trump has fired top officials at these agencies.
New DNC Chair Signals Pro-Union Focus, Critiques Trump Administration Actions
DNC Chair Ken Martin criticizes Trump’s labor policies in first memo, vowing to strengthen union support but offering few specific policy proposals.
Trump Admin Keeps Strict Biden-Era Merger Rules, Defying Corporate Push for Easier Consolidation
The Trump administration will retain tough merger guidelines adopted under the Biden administration, dashing corporate hopes for looser consolidation rules.
How Carbs Can Help You Sleep Better
Experts suggest timing high-quality carb intake to get better sleep.
Moon Poetry: Sir Philip Sidney and Giacomo Leopardi
Poems from England and Italy meet, despite centuries between them, on a moonlit hilltop.

Kyrie Irving Hopes to Suit Up for Australia at the 2028 Summer Olympics
Born in Melbourne, the Mavericks’ point guard has been passed over for the U.S. team since 2016 and plans to switch.

Kyrie Irving Hopes to Suit Up for Australia at the 2028 Summer Olympics
Born in Melbourne, the Mavericks’ point guard has been passed over for the U.S. team since 2016 and plans to switch.

New Film Starring William Baldwin, Ty Pennington Tackles America’s Homelessness Crisis
‘No Address,’ inspired by true events, premieres in theaters nationwide on Feb. 28.

New Film Starring William Baldwin, Ty Pennington Tackles America’s Homelessness Crisis
‘No Address,’ inspired by true events, premieres in theaters nationwide on Feb. 28.

Garlic Chives: Cancer-Fighting, Heart-Healthy Superfood
Spicy and flavorful, garlic chives are a delicious way to give your body extra support.

Garlic Chives: Cancer-Fighting, Heart-Healthy Superfood
Spicy and flavorful, garlic chives are a delicious way to give your body extra support.

The Wonderful ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ in Chicagoland
The famous songwriter’s life story is an inspiration to fans worldwide.

‘The High and the Mighty’: Danger in the Skies, Drama in the Seats
The personal stories of the pilot and passengers on a doomed flight takes center stage over the disaster that awaits them.

Eliza Williams: A Whale of a Tale
Accompanying her husband, captain of a whaling vessel, the first lady of the ship left full accounts of the whaler’s life before the industry failed.

The Ridiculously Easy 15-minute Dinner I Make at Least Once a Week
This ground pork stir-fry involves no prep (not even chopping onions!), takes just over 10 minutes to come together, and tastes totally delicious.
For Decades It Was Highway 15’s Seedy, Oddball Attraction. Now Primm, Nev., Is a Ghost Town
The desert town that once lured LA travelers with bottom-dollar deals and family fun is now mostly empty, telling a story of a larger decline.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Germany’s Popular Rothenburg Keeps Its Medieval Charm Alive
Rothenburg is still Germany’s best-preserved walled town.
NYC’s Reopened Hotel Chelsea, Seen in ‘A Complete Unknown,’ Lives up to Rock ’N’ Roll Lore
Feel the history of the hotel as you walk through the hotels.
For Decades It Was Highway 15’s Seedy, Oddball Attraction. Now Primm, Nev., Is a Ghost Town
The desert town that once lured LA travelers with bottom-dollar deals and family fun is now mostly empty, telling a story of a larger decline.

‘Hit Makers’: Les Paul and Mary Ford
The legacy of a husband-and-wife duo whose timeless music still captures the hearts of listeners.

Trapped Underground: The 2002 Rescue of the Quecreek Miners
The rescue is a story of a community coming together in a race against time.

A 3,500-Year-Old Obelisk’s Journey From Alexandria to NYC
In ‘This Week in History,’ a generous offer by Egypt’s khedive results in a historic undertaking to transport a sacred obelisk to Central Park.
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