Senior Democrats on Capitol Hill say neither the White House nor the president is speaking with them about a deal to fund the government. Their statements contradict those of President Donald Trump, who has said negotiations are ongoing. “We have a negotiation going on right now with the Democrats that could lead to very good […]
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is seeing major updates under the Trump administration — and they will take effect very soon. This summer, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced new work requirements and redefined who qualifies for benefits. In short, the law reshapes who must meet work rules. It expands them for […]
Forty-eight people remain in Hamas captivity in Gaza, including two U.S. citizens, according to a roster published by the American Jewish Committee on Sept. 2. The list names each person by age, from teenagers to people in their 80s, including Americans Itay Chen, 19, and Omer Neutra, 21. The Associated Press reports the Israeli military […]
Before you judge your friend for ordering a Happy Meal at McDonald’s, a new study reveals that downsizing is a growing trend. Nearly half of adults admit to ordering from the kids’ menu. According to research from Lightspeed Commerce Inc., 44% of adults choose children’s meals for their smaller portions, simpler choices and budget-friendly prices. At […]
A centuries-old U.S. law forbids the image of any living person from appearing on the nation’s currency. Yet in a bold and unprecedented move, the Treasury Department is reportedly preparing to mint a commemorative $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump. It would mark the first time in American history that a sitting president’s likeness appears […]
This week’s episode of Bias Breakdown examines how media coverage of the government shutdown has centered on health care for immigrants — including immigrants in the country illegally — and how partisan outlets have transformed that issue into two competing narratives. Both left and right-aligned media narratives rely on partial truths and selective facts, leaving […]
The winner for this year’s Nobel Peace Prize is to be announced in a few days, just as speculation grows if President Donald Trump’s name will be on the list after his repeated claims he ended “seven unendable” wars this year. The committee’s secretary is unfazed by Trump’s push and said award campaigns aren’t out […]
Ohio lawmakers passed a law requiring age verification to view pornographic websites. However, that law exempts most major pornography websites. Ohio’s anti-porn law The new age-verification law went into effect on Sept. 30. It requires online platforms offering “material harmful to juveniles” — meaning porn — to check photo IDs or use “transactional data” like […]
President Donald Trump recently sent a memo to Congress outlining military actions his administration has taken against suspected drug smugglers in the Caribbean. Trump said he determined the U.S. is in a non-international armed conflict with certain narco-terrorist organizations, and their members were considered “unlawful combatants.” The change in designation and its potential impact have […]
Commissioner Gary Bettman is a happy man as the NHL drops the puck on its 109th season Tuesday night. The league is experiencing a period of unprecedented growth with record attendance, record revenue and league-wide parity. Why is the NHL in a good place? The league has never been stronger from a financial standpoint. The […]
