In a recent incident, Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) engaged in a firefight with members of al-Jama'a al-Islamiyya, a Sunni terrorist group, in southern Syria. This group is linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, which has been a growing concern for Israel and its allies. The confrontation took place near Beit Jann, about 10 kilometers inside Syria. IDF troops were on a mi...
In a surprising turn of events, U. S. President Donald Trump had a phone conversation with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last week. This chat happened just before Maduro was labeled as a key figure in a group the U. S. sees as a terrorist organization. The talk included Secretary of State Marco Rubio and touched on the idea of a future meeting between Trump and...
In a series of events that have sparked legal and ethical debates, the US military conducted a second strike on a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean on September 2, following an initial attack that left survivors. This marked the beginning of a pattern of strikes on alleged drug boats, with the second attack killing the remaining crew and sinking the ship, result...
President Trump has been on a mission to question the validity of actions taken by Joe Biden during his presidency. He has claimed that Biden used an autopen to sign documents and that this makes those actions illegal. Trump has even gone so far as to say that he will cancel all executive orders and other actions that were not directly signed by Biden. But does Trum...
A recent shooting involving an Afghan national and two National Guard members near the White House has sparked a strong reaction from President Trump. He has used this event to push for stricter immigration policies. In a series of posts on social media, he expressed his anger and outlined new, harsh measures. Trump wants to stop migration from certain countries. He...
President Donald Trump has announced that he will pardon Juan Orlando Hernandez, the former president of Honduras. Hernandez was found guilty in 2024 of serious crimes related to drugs and weapons. He was given a long prison sentence of 45 years. Trump said on social media that he made this decision because he believes Hernandez was treated unfairly. Hernandez was o...
In Ukraine, a big change is happening. Andriy Yermak, the president's right-hand man, has stepped down. He was more than just a chief of staff. He was a key player in Ukraine's war efforts and politics. His departure marks a turning point for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the country. Yermak and Zelenskyy were a dynamic duo. They worked closely together since Ru...
The U. S. government is diving headfirst into AI-driven science with a bold new project called the Genesis Mission. Launched by President Donald Trump, this initiative aims to revolutionize how federal agencies handle scientific research. The main idea? Combine massive government datasets with cutting-edge computing to speed up research that usually takes years. The...
Next week, the presidents of Congo and Rwanda are set to meet in Washington. They will sign a peace deal and discuss the future of their nations. This meeting is a big deal because it could bring stability to a region that has seen a lot of conflict. The U. S. is playing a big role in these talks. They want to help Congo and Rwanda make peace. The U. S. also hopes t...
Ever feel lost in college, unsure of what to study or do with your life? You're not alone. Two former BYU presidents, Dallin H. Oaks and Jeffrey R. Holland, shared their own struggles and advice on this topic. President Oaks admitted he spent most of his time at BYU figuring out his career path. He initially thought he'd become a doctor, following in his father's fo...