POLITICAL

May 18 2026EDUCATION

Why More Americans Know Their Government Today

Ten years back, only about 25% of U. S. adults could list the three branches of government. Now that number has jumped to 70%. The question isn’t why fewer people know this today—it’s why more people know it now compared to before. Over the last decade, civic education quietly became a quiet superpo

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May 18 2026POLITICS

Russia and China’s Deepening Bond Beyond Just Energy

Russia and China’s relationship keeps growing in ways that go far beyond oil and trade. Officials in Moscow highlight education and technology as key parts of their partnership. This goes against the idea that the two countries only work together because of pressure from the West. Their cooperation

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May 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Funny Night With a Ghost, a Rock Star and Paul McCartney

Will Ferrell returned to host Saturday Night Live for the 51st season finale, joining Paul McCartney who performed three songs. The show began with a prank where Ferrell appeared as a ghost in prison garb, mocking President Trump and pulling surreal visions that included fake beer bongs and a Home S

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May 17 2026RELIGION

Celebration or Controversy? A Day on the Mall

A large crowd filled Washington’s National Mall for a full‑day prayer event that billed itself as a “rededication of our country as One Nation under God. ” The stage, set behind arches and stained‑glass windows that showed the Founding Fathers beside a white cross, made it clear that Christianity w

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Celebrities and Politics: What Happens When Stars Break the Mold

Music stars often stay quiet about their political views to avoid backlash. Nicki Minaj recently explained why she quietly supported Donald Trump long before making it public. She said many in the entertainment world assume everyone leans Democratic. That unspoken rule made her hesitate to speak up

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Did Politicians Miss the Warning Signs in Minnesota's COVID Food Scam?

A woman now behind bars for a $250 million fraud involving fake food programs during the pandemic has pointed a finger at a well-known Minnesota politician. The accused founder of a youth feeding nonprofit claims lawmakers helped create the perfect setup for widespread scams. She wonders why leaders

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Retirement doesn’t slow this finance expert down

Carlos Zamora packed up his decades in global banking last week, but retirement won’t last long. Instead of relaxing, he’s diving into a new challenge: running for Kootenai County Treasurer. The election is just days away, and Zamora will face Teresa Mallery in the Republican primary. Whoever wins t

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Political Drama: Trump and Boebert Clash Over Kentucky and Colorado Races

Republican infighting just got louder after President Trump openly questioned Rep. Lauren Boebert's loyalty. Boebert, known for her strong conservative views, recently supported Rep. Thomas Massie in his Kentucky primary. Trump, who usually backs loyal allies, criticized her choice, calling Massie "

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May 17 2026BUSINESS

UAE walks away from OPEC to boost oil output

The United Arab Emirates has decided to leave OPEC, the global oil producers' club, but insists money—not politics—drove the move. The country now plans to raise its oil production from about 3 to 3. 5 million barrels per day up to 5 million by next year. Officials say the choice was made after chec

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Big Crowds Hit London Streets for Two Opposing Protests

On a single Saturday in London, two massive but opposing crowds took over the streets, each pushing their own cause. One group waved British flags while complaining about immigration levels, while the other marched to remember Palestinians displaced decades ago. The police had prepared for this, bri

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