The month of May has flown by, and there's a lot to catch up on. Let's dive into the key events that shaped the past week. Lawmakers in Springfield have been working overtime as the spring legislative session wraps up. They're racing against time to finalize a budget without resorting to "broad-bas
The UN's nuclear watchdog has sounded the alarm. Iran has been boosting its production of highly enriched uranium. This is a big deal because this type of uranium is close to what's needed for nuclear weapons. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has shared a confidential report. It reveals
The Indo-Pacific region has been a hot topic lately. Why? Because China has been acting up. The U. S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, recently spoke at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He made it clear that the U. S. is not backing down from its commitments to its allies in the region. This is
The FBI has been keeping an eye on certain Chinese students and professors in the U. S. for years, suspecting some of them of spying for China. Now, the Trump administration has a new plan to tackle this issue. But, some experts are not convinced that this plan is the best way to go about it. The S
The President's Daily Brief, or PDB, is getting a makeover. This is the top-secret document that keeps the president in the loop about what's happening around the world. The person in charge of intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, is brainstorming ways to make it more appealing to the current president. Thi
Poland is at a crossroads. This weekend, the nation will hold a crucial presidential election. The outcome could shape the country's future in significant ways. The main focus is on young voters. These individuals hold the power to sway the election. However, there is a twist. Neither of the two can
The recent release of a list of so-called "sanctuary" communities has sparked a mix of bewilderment and pushback. This list, aimed at identifying places that supposedly hinder federal immigration enforcement, has been met with skepticism and frustration from various quarters. The list is riddled wit
The United States government has rolled out a new set of rules. These rules target foreign visitors to Harvard University. The new rules require a thorough check of their social media accounts. This includes private accounts. The goal is to spot any signs of dishonesty. The new policy is part of a
The Trump administration's plan to slim down the federal workforce hit a snag. A recent decision by a U. S. appeals court kept a halt on these cuts in place. This means the Department of Government Efficiency's plans are on hold for now. The court's decision came down to the potential impact of thes
Ukraine is taking a careful stance before agreeing to a new round of talks with Russia. Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has made it clear that they want to see Russia's proposed terms for a ceasefire before sending a delegation to Istanbul. This request comes after previous talks in Istanbu
