A ballet dancer found herself in the middle of a political storm. Ksenia Karelina, who holds both U. S. and Russian citizenship, was accused of treason. Her crime? Donating money to a charity that supported Ukraine. This led to her imprisonment in Russia. The news of her release came as a surprise t
The Trump administration just got a boost in its efforts to streamline the federal workforce. A panel of judges from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals recently overturned a lower court's decision. This ruling means that the Trump administration can once again fire probationary federal workers. The
The House Republicans are using every trick in the book to stop future votes on getting rid of President Donald Trump's tariffs. They are really digging in their heels to support his policies. They managed to push through a key step in their budget plan, with a very close vote of 216-215. This plan
The U. S. is making a big push to boost its maritime industry. A recent directive has set the wheels in motion for a comprehensive plan to strengthen America's presence on the seas. This plan, known as the Maritime Action Plan, aims to revitalize the U. S. maritime sector, which has been struggling
A former top executive at Facebook has spilled the beans about the company's sneaky dealings with China. Sarah Wynn-Williams, who used to be in charge of global public policy at Facebook, now Meta, has some serious accusations. She claims that Meta has been playing fast and loose with U. S. national
The goal was to check how good and useful current pregnancy care rules are. These rules are meant to help countries use or change them as needed. A thorough search was done in a big database for rules made with a system called GRADE. This system is used to create health guidelines. The rules found w
Sleep is a big deal. It affects how we feel and function every day. Unfortunately, many people struggle with sleep issues, and the usual treatments aren't always effective. But there's a glimmer of hope from an unexpected source: ginseng. This isn't just about the plant itself, but a special compoun
In the midst of ongoing tensions, a 14-year-old Palestinian-American boy lost his life in the West Bank. Amir Rabee was with two friends, all U. S. citizens, when Israeli forces opened fire. The incident occurred on a Sunday while they were picking olives. The Israeli military claimed the teens were
The European Union is on the brink of a significant move. Today, officials will cast their votes on a plan to hit back at the U. S. over recent tariffs. This isn't just a simple vote. It's a strategic response to President Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs. The EU has been busy. They've been talkin
The journey to becoming a Russian citizen is not easy for people from Tajikistan. It is not just about getting a passport. It is about fitting in and feeling like they belong. This is a big deal for many people who move to Russia from Tajikistan. They face many challenges. They must deal with rules
