Some see political pivot to Trump in Nicki Minaj’s recent social media posts
Nicki Minaj is drawing attention after a series of posts about President Donald Trump and interacting with others in his administration. It all began after she publicly thanked Trump for addressing alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria. The reaction has ignited speculation among fans and critics that the rapper may be aligning with Trump politically. In […]
How your trash is domesticating raccoons
Raccoons living in urban environments are evolving toward more pet-like qualities. That’s according to a new study that found so-called “trash pandas” physical appearances are changing, an early sign of domestication, in response to human life around them. Researchers who conducted the study say that the common belief that domestication was started by humans through […]
9/11 families seek justice as Saudi crown prince visits White House
A truck driving through Washington, D.C., on Tuesday bore three large signs with one message: “SAUDI GOV’T AGENTS HELPED MURDER NEARLY 3,000 AMERICANS.” The families of people who died in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, hired the truck to mark the arrival of Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White […]
Epstein emails expose media political bias: Choose sources carefully
The latest dump of emails tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has triggered a wave of media coverage favoring one side of the ideological aisle over another, and this episode of Bias Breakdown examines how outlets with a political left and right lean framed the same information in sharply different ways. From headlines highlighting […]
Beyond the myths: what labor trafficking really looks like in Nebraska
Labor trafficking is often portrayed as a distant crime or something carried out by strangers in dramatic situations. In Nebraska, the reality is far quieter and much closer to home. Service providers say cases are emerging in everyday workplaces and neighborhoods, usually without the public ever noticing. At a symposium in Omaha, Heartland Family Service […]
Democrats introduce bill that would raise Social Security to combat inflation
Democrats in the Senate announced a new bill that would increase Social Security benefits for seniors. While the bill will likely not pass the Republican-controlled Congress, Democrats say seniors are struggling to stay on top of rising costs. The Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act includes a $200 increase for seniors until July 2026. Recipients […]
More Americans are delaying parenthood until their 40s. Here’s why
ATLANTA — Lindsay Casterlow and her husband, Eric, had a love story straight out of the movies. They were high school sweethearts, prom dates and married only a couple of years after graduation. The Casterlows seemed to be ahead of everyone else when it came to building their lives. But when they started trying to […]
Congress to vote on Epstein file release, Trump meets Saudi Prince on jet sale
The House is set to vote Tuesday on whether to require the full release of the Epstein files. For months, the White House and top Republicans fought to stop the vote. Plus, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will arrive at the White House to a full ceremonial welcome, and potentially a major military upgrade. […]
Saudi Crown Prince to visit White House as Trump talks F-35 sale
President Donald Trump will formally welcome Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House Tuesday morning. It’s his first visit to the U.S. in seven years. Ahead of the prince’s visit, the president shared news of a major arms deal on the table. F-35s to Saudi Arabia Asked Monday in the Oval Office […]
