Congress Has No Plan to Fund Government as Shutdown Deadline Nears
The deadline to pass permanent spending bills, or a continuing resolution, is March 14. For months, Congress has been undecided on what to do.

Stephen Lang’s Acting Career Covers Many Historical Eras
The star of the new mini-series, ‘House of David,’ discusses some of his most memorable characters, including the villain in the Avatar franchise.

Scott Turow’s ‘Presumed Guilty’ Worth the Wait
This masterfully crafted legal drama rewards patient readers.

Escaping the Noise: How Silence Restores the Mind and Soul
Silence can bring mental clarity and the opportunity for self-reflection that is difficult to find when surrounded by noise and technology.
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Trump Says 25 Percent Import Tariffs on EU to Be Announced Soon
A European Commission spokesperson said the creation of the ‘world’s largest free market’ has been a boon for the United States.
Why Aren’t Chicken Meat Prices Rising Like Egg Prices?
Even though the products come from the same animal, the U.S. chicken meat industry is much better equipped to handle the bird flu challenge.
House, Senate Republicans Have Different Budget Plans—Here’s What to Know
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) are at odds over the budget reconciliation plan.
Musk, White House Respond to Reports of 21 DOGE Employees Resigning
‘They would have been fired had they not resigned,’ Elon Musk said.
North Korea Has Sent More Troops to Ukraine, Says South Korea
Seoul’s National Intelligence Service said it was still trying to determine exactly how many troops North Korea had sent in the latest deployment.
Epstein Files Could Start to Be Released as Early as Thursday, Attorney General Says
Pam Bondi told Fox News that her office would begin releasing the files. ‘A lot of flight logs, a lot of names, a lot of information,’ she said.
New Abortion Battle Opening Up Over State Shield Laws
A court case involving a New York doctor, shield laws, and U.S. extradition laws is the first legal test between states that have different rules on abortion.
DOJ Dismisses Biden-Era Decrees Imposing DEI on Fire, Police Departments
‘American communities deserve firefighters and police officers to be chosen for their skill and dedication to public safety—not to meet DEI quotas,’ Bondi said.
Shen Yun ‘A Wonderful Artistic Spectacle’: Baltimore Symphony Musician
John Locke has attended Shen Yun Performing Arts for three years in a row, every time completely enjoying the new artistic production.
NASA’s Moon Lander Launches to the Lunar South Pole
Onboard is the first test of a cellular network on the moon by Nokia and the first rocket-powered lunar drone called a ‘hopper.’
USDA Secretary Rollins Instructs Agency to Stop Illegal Immigrants From Getting Food Stamps
Brooke Rollins, who was confirmed as agriculture secretary earlier this month, said the directive follows the president’s Feb. 19 executive order.
Supreme Court Pauses Wednesday Night Deadline for Trump Admin to Restart Foreign Aid Payments
The Trump administration filed an emergency appeal at the high court Wednesday night asking the court to halt the midnight deadline.
Yale Preprint Identifies Post-Vaccination Syndrome, Points to Lack of Recognition
This condition is reported in only a small fraction of the population, the researchers wrote.
Hamas Releases Bodies of 4 Dead Hostages, Israel Frees Palestinian Prisoners
The exchange follows negotiations with Egyptian mediators in Cairo.
Texas Child Becomes First Confirmed Death in Measles Outbreak
The outbreak in Texas is the largest in nearly 30 years.
Judge Extends Block on White House’s Firing of Watchdog Official
The previous block was set to expire at midnight on Feb. 26; the judge says she needs more time to consider arguments in the case.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate is undertaking the confirmation process for the president’s new administration.
Nvidia Shares Surge 3 Percent After Topping Wall Street Estimates
The fourth-quarter earnings and forward guidance were ‘what investors wanted to see,’ says a portfolio manager.
Canada, Mexico Can Avoid Border Tariffs if New Measures Satisfy Trump: Commerce Secretary Lutnick
‘They have to prove to the president that they’ve satisfied him to that regard,’ Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said.
Chinese National Sentenced in Conspiracy to Transport Illegal Immigrants to Guam During Missile Test
The Chinese youth allegedly conspired with others to transport 7 Chinese nationals to the U.S. territory via boat.
6 Ways You Can Support Your Local Economy
Supporting small businesses and local events strengthens your local economy.

As NFL Draft Nears, Penn State Edge Rusher Says He Could Go No. 1
‘I feel like I’m the best player in the country,’ said Abdul Carter at the NFL Combine.

As NFL Draft Nears, Penn State Edge Rusher Says He Could Go No. 1
‘I feel like I’m the best player in the country,’ said Abdul Carter at the NFL Combine.

Embattled Fyre Festival Founder Announces Redo Event After Original Mishap
Billy McFarland announced ‘Fyre Festival 2’ will take place in Mexico this year, after the disastrous 2017 attempt.

Embattled Fyre Festival Founder Announces Redo Event After Original Mishap
Billy McFarland announced ‘Fyre Festival 2’ will take place in Mexico this year, after the disastrous 2017 attempt.

Reducing Flu Risks: Essential Health Tips and TCM Insights for High-Risk Groups
Dr. Jingduan Yang, who specializes in integrative and traditional Chinese medicine offers tips to protect ourselves from the flu.

Reducing Flu Risks: Essential Health Tips and TCM Insights for High-Risk Groups
Dr. Jingduan Yang, who specializes in integrative and traditional Chinese medicine offers tips to protect ourselves from the flu.

‘The Spoilers’: Fortune and Betrayal in the Last U.S. Frontier
John Wayne, Marlene Dietrich, and Randolph Scott team up for a brawling Western set in Alaska.

‘Jazzy’: Coming of Age on a Reservation
The friendship of two preteens shapes their life on an Oglala Lakota reservation.

Augustusburg Palace: A Rococo Masterpiece
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit Germany’s finest example of rococo architecture.

‘Dark Command’: The Law Comes to a Lawless Town
In his inimitable style, John Wayne teams up with great stars of the 1940s for a great Western.

‘The Spoilers’: Fortune and Betrayal in the Last U.S. Frontier
John Wayne, Marlene Dietrich, and Randolph Scott team up for a brawling Western set in Alaska.

Irish Cream Is Incredibly Easy to Make, Customize
Prep your bar cart for St. Patrick’s Day and beyond with this luxuriously rich liqueur.
9 Unique Places to Get Married in Las Vegas
If you are looking for an unconventional wedding, there’s no better place than Vegas.
Top Takeaways From Tripadvisor’s List of World’s Best Beaches
The best beach in the world this year according to those who’ve visited is in Greece.
Rick Steves’ Europe: German Flavors in French Alsace
Once a German-speaking part of the Holy Roman Empire, Alsace became part of France in the 17th century.
9 Unique Places to Get Married in Las Vegas
If you are looking for an unconventional wedding, there’s no better place than Vegas.

Special Delivery: An 1880s Flag Made Its Way to 1940s Japan
Navy Lt. John Bremyer delivered precious cargo on a 9,000-mile journey to the ceremony of Japan’s surrender of World War II.

5 Simple but Powerful Phrases to Lift up Loved Ones, According to Relationship Experts
A gift of words can be the most memorable gift of all.

Winter Wonderlands: 6 Best Places to Experience Nature
Winter across America is a unique time to experience nature’s beauty.
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