Honduras is in the spotlight as it prepares for a crucial presidential election. The race is tight, with three main candidates vying for the top spot. Rixi Moncada, from the leftist LIBRE party, is up against Nasry Asfura of the conservative National Party and Salvador Nasralla of the centrist Liberal Party. Polls show a close contest, making the outcome uncertain. ...
Pharrell Williams, the famous music producer, has changed his tune on politics. He recently said he doesn't believe in either side, calling politics a "magic trick. " This is a big change from his past support for Hillary Clinton and criticism of Donald Trump. Williams made these comments at an event celebrating Black entrepreneurs. He said he doesn't want to pick a...
A recent shift in policy by the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has brought relief to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The DOJ has decided not to enforce new restrictions that would have blocked federal grant funding for legal services to undocumented immigrants. This change came after a group of Democratic-led states and the District of...
Saudi Arabia is taking small steps to loosen its grip on alcohol restrictions. Two new stores are in the works, one for Aramco's non-Muslim employees and another for diplomats in Jeddah. This move is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's push to modernize the kingdom. The planned store in Dhahran will serve non-Muslim workers at Aramco, the state oil giant. Mea...
A recent poll by Pew Research Center revealed that a significant number of Latinos in the U. S. feel their lives have taken a turn for the worse under President Donald Trump. The survey, conducted over a two-week period, found that 68% of Latinos believe their situation has deteriorated over the past year. This is a notable shift, as it marks the first time in nearly...
Utah's higher education system is making big moves to prepare students for the future. The Utah Board of Higher Education has been working hard to make college more affordable and accessible. They are also focusing on programs that will help students get good jobs after graduation. One of the biggest changes in 2025 was the implementation of House Bill 265. This bil...
Four U. S. senators from the Democratic Party recently expressed concerns about the Trump administration's handling of sanctions on Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project. They argue that the relaxed enforcement has allowed China to purchase discounted liquefied natural gas, indirectly supporting Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. The senators, including Elizabeth Warren, high...
Get ready for a weather rollercoaster! After a few warm days, a cold front is on its way to central Pennsylvania. This sudden change could make Thanksgiving travel a bit messy. First, there will be rain on Tuesday. It will start around 11 a. m. and last until midnight. The rain might slow down pre-holiday travel, but it won't be too heavy. Expect about a quarter to ...
New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. The state will enjoy dry and sunny conditions until Monday evening. But then, a storm system is set to bring rain starting Tuesday afternoon, with the heaviest downpours expected Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The rain will kick off in western New Jersey around midday Tuesday, spreading eastward by late afternoon....
Alaska's Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) has been a lifeline for many families, but recent years have seen it shrink to an all-time low of $1, 000. This has left many Alaskans struggling to make ends meet. The main issue? Oil prices have dropped, and the state's budget relies heavily on them. But there's a way to fix this. The Permanent Fund was meant to be a safety n...