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Trump's First Stop as President: His Virginia Golf Club

January 14, 2025

As Donald J. Trump prepares to take office, his first stop won't be the capital. Instead, he'll land at a military base in Maryland on his private plane, then head straight to one of his own golf clubs. The Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia, will host around 500 of his closest supporter

politics

Israel's Leader Faces Divide Over Gaza Deal

January 14, 2025

Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's far-right finance minister, recently pledged to block any deal to stop the war in Gaza. This came as other top officials mentioned advancements in negotiating a truce. Indirect talks, led by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, are underway in Doha to secure a ceasefire and free host

technology

B-21 Raider’s First Test Flight: A New Era of Stealth Air Power

January 14, 2025

Edwards Air Force Base buzzed with excitement in 2024 as the first B-21 Raider test flights took to the skies. This sixth-generation stealth bomber, crafted by Northrop Grumman, is a game-changer for U. S. military aviation. Named after the World War II Doolittle Raiders, the Raider is set to replac

politics

A Glimmer of Hope: Gaza Ceasefire Talks Heat Up

January 13, 2025

Lately, there's been some real optimism about a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with US officials feeling more hopeful than they have in months. While nothing is certain yet, they believe that a deal might be announced soon, possibly even before President Joe Biden's term ends. A key fi

politics

Yoon's Home: A Tense Standoff in South Korea

January 13, 2025

In South Korea, impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol is stuck inside his heavily guarded residence. Why? Because investigators want to question him about a power grab. Things got tense on January 3 when dozens of investigators tried to enter the compound, but were blocked. Since then, supporters and op

politics

Meet the Picks: Trump's Cabinet Hearings This Week

January 12, 2025

This week, the Senate will vet several of Trump's Cabinet nominees. These hearings follow weeks of private meetings. Let's see who's up first: On Tuesday, at 9 a. m. , former congressman and military chaplain Doug Collins will face the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee for the Department of Vetera

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Sanctions and Strikes: Latest Updates in Ukraine War

January 11, 2025

In a significant move, the US and UK have hit Russian oil and gas companies with new sanctions. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy sees this as a big blow to Russia's war efforts. Two major Russian companies, Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas, are now targeted. The UK says these companies help fund Putin's

politics

Trump's Canada Idea: Why Not an Anglosphere Alliance Instead?

January 11, 2025

In the past, the U. S. has tried to invade Canada several times. Now, President-Elect Donald Trump seems interested in absorbing Canada into the U. S. But why? Is it a serious proposal or just a bluff? Many Canadians don't want to be part of the U. S. , and annexing Canada could change U. S. politic

health

Tragedy of a Green Beret: The Unseen Battle

January 11, 2025

On January 1st, Army Master Sergeant Matthew Livelsberger, a decorated Green Beret, took his own life after leaving a note blaming his actions on hopelessness and despair. Before this tragic event, he had planned a highly publicized attack using a Tesla Cybertruck filled with fireworks and gas canis

politics

Meet Joseph Aoun: Lebanon's New President with a Military Background

January 11, 2025

Joseph Aoun, Lebanon's newly elected president, is a man who likes to keep things simple and straightforward. Unlike many in Lebanon's political scene, Aoun has always stayed away from party politics and media attention. Those who know him describe him as kind, compassionate, and focused on his duti