Mayor Tim Keller is back for another term in Albuquerque, and he's got his work cut out for him. He's tackling some serious issues like homelessness and crime. During his swearing-in ceremony, he talked about the tough times the city is going through. He said people are scared about money, losing lo
Syria and Israel are back at the negotiating table, thanks to the U. S. stepping in to help. After a few months of silence, talks have restarted, with Syria pushing for Israeli troops to leave areas they took over after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The Syrian team, led by Foreign Minister Asaad al-S
Chief Justice John Roberts wrapped up the Supreme Court's 2025 report with a quote from Calvin Coolidge, the 30th U. S. president. Coolidge, known for his quiet demeanor and conservative fiscal policies, spoke these words in 1926. He was celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Indepe
Nicolas Maduro, the former leader of Venezuela, is about to step into a Manhattan courtroom. This isn't just any court appearance. He's facing serious charges related to drugs and terrorism. Maduro and his wife were recently taken into custody by U. S. forces. Now, they're waiting to hear what happe
Michael Shaughnessy is now the top judge in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court. He took over from Brendan Sheehan, who led the court for six years. Shaughnessy was chosen by his fellow judges for a two-year term starting in January. Shaughnessy has a lot on his plate. He will manage the court's dai
A U. S. Senator recently sparked a social media firestorm after criticizing a successful military operation in Venezuela. Ruben Gallego called the mission to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro "embarrassing" and claimed it was an unjustified war. Maduro faced serious charges, including narc
The Epstein files have become a hot topic, stirring up a lot of debate and suspicion. In early 2026, many people are questioning President Trump's promises to release these files, which he had used as a campaign tool. The files, which contain information about the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, a c
Venezuela, a country rich in oil, is facing a severe crisis. The situation is dire, especially for children. In 2019, a young girl named Alaska, just 5 years old, weighed only 26 pounds. She was turned away from four hospitals because there were no beds available. Another mother lost her 8-month-old
Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch from Idaho have chosen an unexpected battle. They are challenging President Trump's decision to reclassify marijuana. Both senators have been quiet on many significant issues. These include Trump's foreign policy moves and his impact on healthcare. Instead, they are
During the 2025 holidays, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) proved that it's possible to make travel enjoyable. Despite the usual worries about delays and cancellations, the airport staff went above and beyond. From the parking attendants to the baggage handlers, security, and even the f
