In a surprising turn of events, the Saudi crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, received a warm welcome during his recent visit to the United States. This visit comes seven years after a dark incident where Saudi agents, allegedly following orders, killed and dismembered journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Despite this grim past, the focus was on business, with both leaders hig...
In a recent discussion, EPA head Lee Zeldin shared insights on the Trump administration's environmental strategy. He claimed that within the first 300 days, the EPA has made significant changes. These changes aim to protect the environment while also boosting the economy. Zeldin argued that the Trump EPA is working faster than previous administrations. He said they ...
The Trump administration has introduced a new policy that complicates health care access for male veterans diagnosed with breast cancer. This change, detailed in a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) memo, does not rely on new scientific findings but instead references a presidential order from Trump's first day in office. The order, titled "Defending Women from Gend...
In the world of engineering, Mehdi Mehrabi, Ph. D. , P. E. , has just taken on a big new role. He's now the manager of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) division at McCarthy Engineering Associates Inc. Mehrabi isn't new to the game. He's been a senior mechanical engineer there for a while, bringing a lot of experience and know-how to his new position. Un...
A grand jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, is set to delve into claims of a conspiracy during the Obama administration. This development comes as various government bodies are looking into the origins of the Trump-Russia investigation and alleged intelligence misconduct from that era. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formed a "strike force" to examine accusations that...
Seattle's living costs are higher than most places in the U. S. This is a big deal for people who rely on Social Security. The Social Security Administration just announced a 2. 8% increase in benefits for 2026. But will this be enough to cover the rising costs in Seattle? The cost of living in Seattle is about 13. 5% higher than the national average. This means tha...
The University of Minnesota made a bold move recently. They said no to a deal from the Trump administration. This deal was called the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. ” It promised extra federal funding to universities. But there was a catch. Schools had to agree to certain conservative policies. The University Senate voted overwhelmingly to rej...
A Harvard University course focusing on black women in politics has sparked discussion. The class, titled "History 167: Race, Gender, and the Law Through the Archive, " highlights notable figures like Michelle Obama, Stacey Abrams, and Kamala Harris. It aims to explore the impact of black women in politics, grassroots organizing, and law during the 20th century and b...
Two former U. S. secretaries of state, Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice, recently shared their thoughts on the Israel-Hamas peace deal. They praised President Trump's efforts but also cautioned that the road ahead is uncertain. The deal, signed just days ago, includes Hamas releasing all remaining hostages from the October 2023 attack and Israel withdrawing its ...
In a move that has sparked debate, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has ordered a review of U. S. intelligence agencies to see if random polygraph tests for employees and contractors could be a good idea. This comes as the Trump administration is trying hard to stop leaks of secret information to the press. The memo from Gabbard wants agencies to ask ...