Trump’s Inauguration as 47th President on Monday: What to Watch
The historic ceremony was moved indoors after weather forecasts predicted dangerously cold temperatures for Jan. 20.
Why Europe Is Putting the Brakes on Gender Interventions: Leor Sapir
“The UK has now banned puberty blockers—probably will ban cross-sex hormones too, is my prediction, in the next few years,” says Leor Sapir.
Being Canceled Wasn’t the End of My Story–It Was the Beginning: Leigh-Allyn Baker
Known for her role on the Disney Channel show “Good Luck Charlie,” Baker found herself at the center of public debate after speaking out against mask mandates.
‘A Red, Red Rose’: A Love Song, in Time for Burns Night
Why did Robert Burns choose the Scottish melody he did for his lyrics ‘O My Luve’s Like a Red, Red Rose’?
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest: A Home Away From Home
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit the third president’s retreat property.
Steamboats, Railroads, and the Real Race Against a Fictional Hero
In ‘This Week in History,’ a young journalist in 1889 sets out to circle the world in 75 days in hopes of beating Phileas Fogg, a Jules Verne’s character.
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3 Hostages Released to Israel as Cease-Fire Begins With Hamas
Israel has named the three female hostages who were released on Jan. 19.
TikTok Says It’s Restoring US Service After Trump Push to Pause Ban
After the president-elect’s post, TikTok announced it had restored access in the United States ahead of Trump taking office Jan. 20.
Everything You Need to Know About Trump’s Inauguration: When and Where to Watch
The Constitution’s 20th Amendment stipulates it be held at noon on Jan. 20.
Biden’s Aviation Legacy: Infrastructure Funding, FAA Oversight, and Boeing Scrutiny
Air Traffic Control has been struggling because of a high number of retirements in recent years, Malmquist said, and current staff are stressed.
Biden Leaves Office With Mixed Reactions to His Legacy
The 82-year-old president said he has achieved significant wins for the country even though his approval ratings remained persistently low.
Senator Says US Companies Working With TikTok Could Face Billions in Liability
President-elect Trump has said he would take executive action to restore the app while looking for a solution to address the national security concerns.
Biden Attends South Carolina Church to Observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The Sunday church service and events following were part of Biden’s last official trip as president.
As US Cattle Ranchers Go Out of Business, One Family Found a Way to Survive
‘It was a leap of faith, but we had no other option,’ said Georgia rancher Avery Wrigglesworth.
Shen Yun’s Mission ‘Is Very Important,’ Says Berkeley Theatergoer
Reverend Richard McNeely, along with others, journeyed through 5,000 years of history, thanks to Shen Yun Performing Arts’ digital backdrop technology.
Mike Waltz: Trump Team Is Confident About Keeping TikTok While Protecting Americans
The incoming national security adviser said Trump’s looking for a deal that would save the app and ‘protect Americans’ data and protect them from influence.’
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
House Speaker Johnson Says He Plans to Uphold Ban on TikTok Over Threat It Poses
The Chinese Communist Party via TikTok has promoted ’terrible‘ messages to American children and is a ’very dangerous thing,’ he argues.
Biden’s Legacy at the Supreme Court
Biden’s term has seen multiple landmark decisions and calls for reform.
Biden Heralds Israel–Hamas Cease-Fire, Says 2 American Hostages to Be Released Soon
Biden’s comments on the war in South Carolina are some of the final public remarks he'll deliver as president.
Biden Pardons Marcus Garvey, 4 Others in Final Full Day of Presidency
‘These clemency recipients have each made significant contributions to improving their communities,’ Biden said.
CBO: National Debt to Soar by $23.9 Trillion If Tax Cuts Not Extended
U.S. budget deficits will be higher than the 50-year average.
Nasdaq to End Diversity Rule for Company Boards
Critics of the rule argue that the diversity requirement violates the Constitution’s Fifth Amendment.
Trump Inauguration Celebrants Remain Undeterred Despite Frigid Forecast
People young and old explain why they feel compelled to attend whatever inauguration-related events they can, even after the main event was relocated.
Supreme Court Votes 9–0 to Reject Heightened Proof Standard in Overtime Pay Disputes
The high court reversed the Fourth Circuit, which had sided with employees in July 2023, applying the tougher standard.
5 Children’s Books That Celebrate Winter
Cozy winter evenings may just be the best time of the year to curl up with a good book—especially one that explores the magic of the season.
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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
Of Cars and Kids
Why should our kids have to settle for a Trabant, or a Pyonghwa, education when they could have a BMW?
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Empower the World with Your Story: Share Love, Inspiration, and Hope with Millions
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.
Tulowitzki Thrilled to Be on Baseball Writers’ Hall of Fame Ballot
After an all-star 13-year MLB career, Troy Tulowitzki is among the names on the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame writers’ ballot for the first time.
Tulowitzki Thrilled to Be on Baseball Writers’ Hall of Fame Ballot
After an all-star 13-year MLB career, Troy Tulowitzki is among the names on the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame writers’ ballot for the first time.
Be Aware of Life-Threatening Myocarditis During Influenza Season
A case of the flu can quickly take a turn for the worse. Knowing the warning signs and immediate treatment is vital.
Be Aware of Life-Threatening Myocarditis During Influenza Season
A case of the flu can quickly take a turn for the worse. Knowing the warning signs and immediate treatment is vital.
‘This Fierce People’ Focuses on the Southern Campaigns
The Revolutionary War’s ‘untold story’ is revealed in a newly published history book.
‘The Last Showgirl’: Pamela Anderson’s 2nd Showbiz Career Begins
The movie is lightweight, but Pamela Anderson’s now living her life on-mission, the repercussions of which may positively affect women’s self-images worldwide.
The Children of War: From 1861 to 1865
Like all civil wars, this bloody conflict left its mark on all Americans, including children.
‘This Fierce People’ Focuses on the Southern Campaigns
The Revolutionary War’s ‘untold story’ is revealed in a newly published history book.
Easy Honey, Mustard, Soy Chicken, and Garlic Parsley Penne
This dish brings together tender chicken in a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet glaze of honey, mustard, and soy sauce.
17 Tips for Having a Great Cruise Down the Nile River in Egypt
Egypt is filled with wonderful sights to see but be aware of the crowds.
Travel the World in the United States
Many of the beautiful things we love about Europe and Japan can be enjoyed in America.
One Perfect Day at the Kennedy Space Center
Learn about the wonders of more than a half-century of inventions by scientists and the men and women who pioneered the vast unknown.
17 Tips for Having a Great Cruise Down the Nile River in Egypt
Egypt is filled with wonderful sights to see but be aware of the crowds.
From Rats and Poor Soil to a Permaculture Paradise: How a New Jersey Homesteader Built Her Dream
On a 6-acre homestead in rural New Jersey, Angela Ferraro-Fanning is weaving an interconnected web of land, animals, and people.
Why the American Founding Fathers Loved Cicero
The orator and statesman’s contributions to the Roman Republic laid the conceptual grounds for the founding of America.
Michie Tavern: Step Back to the Revolutionary War Era
In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we learn that Monticello visitors can glimpse a bit of living history via a side trip.
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