Israel and the US launched a surprise attack on Iran, killing hundreds and targeting military leaders and nuclear scientists. The assault, unprecedented in its scale, shattered Iran's perceived invincibility. While Iran retaliated, causing damage in Israel, the attacks haven't led to regime change. Instead, there are fears of...
At a NATO summit, Donald Trump suggested Vladimir Putin might invade other countries after Ukraine. Trump described Putin as misguided but also stated Putin contacted him offering help resolving the Middle East conflict. Trump previously claimed he could end the Ukraine conflict within 24 hours, later clarifying this...
President Trump threatened Spain with tougher trade deals if it fails to meet NATO's new 5% GDP defense spending target by 2035. Speaking at the NATO summit, Trump labeled Spain's refusal as "terrible," vowing to make Spain "pay twice as much" in trade negotiations. This comes after NATO...
Following a crushing defeat in the NYC Democratic mayoral primary, Andrew Cuomo is considering an independent run. Business leaders who previously supported him are urging him to withdraw, fearing a Mamdani victory. Cuomo's decision hinges on polling data; he believes current Mayor Eric Adams is vulnerable and could...
A New Jersey lifeguard was hospitalized Wednesday morning after being impaled by an umbrella at the beach. The umbrella stake pierced her shoulder and exited her arm. Fellow lifeguards provided initial treatment before fire department personnel arrived, cut the stake, and stabilized her. Paramedics transported the conscious and alert...
A newly appointed federal vaccine advisory committee, led by Martin Kulldorff, is reviewing the childhood vaccination schedule and decades-old vaccines. Concerns have arisen due to the committee's skepticism towards vaccines, including the chair's past criticism of pandemic measures. The committee will examine the cumulative effects of childhood vaccines and...
Amazon MGM is developing a live-action "Bratz" movie, hoping to replicate the success of "Barbie." Kim Kardashian is reportedly in talks to play the villain. The film, based on the popular doll franchise, has a script by Charlie Polinger and Lucy McKendrick, and boasts a strong production team...
Ten years after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage, a widening partisan gap emerges. While overall American support for same-sex marriage is higher than in 2015, a 47-percentage-point difference now separates Democrats and Republicans, the largest in nearly three decades. This is largely due to a recent significant drop...
Wisconsin's Supreme Court sided with the Republican-controlled Legislature, limiting Governor Tony Evers' veto power. The court ruled Evers improperly used a partial veto on a literacy program bill and that the Legislature can control funding via an emergency fund. This decision allows the Legislature greater control over spending...
Donald Trump's senior advisor, Kari Lake, revealed that Voice of America (VOA) was used to broadcast Trump's message to Iranians during weekend military strikes. Lake, a former TV anchor and unsuccessful gubernatorial candidate, praised VOA's role in delivering the message. This contradicts VOA's traditional role as an independent...
