An old word has suddenly become controversial. For over two hundred years, US laws used “alien” to describe people who are not citizens. That term appeared long before the country’s independence, in a law from 1790, and stayed in official use since 1798. The word simply filled a gap—there was no bet
The race for New York’s 13th congressional district is heating up as two Democrats trade barbs over immigration, campaign cash, and representation. On a recent radio show, Ruben Espaillat and Zohran Mamdani’s endorsed candidate, Avila Chevalier, faced off in a debate where personal attacks overshado
Schools today aren’t just teaching algebra or history—they’re preparing students for a world where phones are everywhere. A complete ban on these devices might seem like an easy fix for distractions, but it ignores a bigger issue: teaching responsible use instead of avoiding technology altogether. T
At just 20 years old, Barron Trump is diving into entrepreneurship, following in his father’s business-savvy footsteps. Instead of joining the military like some critics might expect, he’s launching a yerba mate drink company called Sollos. The brand markets its products as trendy canned versions of
Eissa Hashemi lives a comfortable life in Los Angeles, working at a California psychology school and rubbing shoulders with wealthy families. But his family background makes many uncomfortable. His father helped lead the group that seized the US embassy in Tehran in 1979, holding 52 Americans hostag
Biden stepped onto the stage in Columbia, South Carolina, where he spoke to a crowd that had once helped him win the 2020 primary. He used the occasion to point out Trump’s recent speech, calling it long and asking, “Is he still talking? ” The comment was a gentle jab at the president’s record speec
Maine faces a serious issue that often goes unnoticed. While there's a lot of talk about illegal immigration, domestic violence is a much bigger problem. The state's own reports show that violent crime is going down, but domestic violence is not. In fact, it's a major part of many serious crimes in
Conservative voices have recently turned their focus toward a new group they see as a threat: affluent white liberal women. This shift comes after a series of events that have put these women in the spotlight, particularly their involvement in protests against ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcemen
A recent incident in Minneapolis has sparked a debate about law enforcement policies and their impact on communities. A senator from Arizona, Mark Kelly, shared his thoughts on the matter. He believes that the shooting might have been justified, but he also pointed out that current policies could be
In 2025, religion and politics made headlines together. The Religion News Association picked the year's top stories. Two big events shared the top spot in the U. S. : the election of a new pope and the heated debates around immigration. Pope Leo XIV, the new pope, made waves early on. On Pentecost
