Maria Corina Machado, a leading figure of Venezuela's opposition, was detained in Caracas on Thursday. She was part of a protest against the upcoming inauguration of President Nicolas Maduro. Machado's team reported that her group was intercepted violently by military troops as they left the rally.
More people are now coming back to their regular lives after cancer treatment. While the lasting effects of the disease and its therapy can be quite substantial, we don't know much about how these effects influence survivors' everyday activities. This study set out to discover the common experiences
This week started with a whopper from President Biden himself. He claimed that Republicans in Congress wanted to play politics with the border, and that his administration fought to fix it. But let's be real, the White House only started caring about the border when it became a political hot potato.
Jimmy Carter, who lived to a ripe old age of 100, was a unique figure in U. S. history. He was known for his honesty, kindness, and strong work ethic. Leon Panetta first met Carter over 50 years ago. Carter's gentle manner and sincerity made a lasting impression. As president, Carter struggled with
Lebanon's parliament elected Joseph Aoun, the country's army commander, as president after a long presidential vacancy of over two years. The vote happened soon after a ceasefire ended a 14-month conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group. Aoun was backed by the U. S. and Saudi
Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has adjusted his goal for cutting the federal budget. Initially, he aimed for a massive $2 trillion reduction, but now he thinks achieving half of that, $1 trillion, would be a significant win. Musk, who is part of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Former President Jimmy Carter, who held office from 1977 to 1981, is lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda ahead of his funeral. He faced numerous challenges during his presidency, including economic problems and international crises. Despite losing his reelection bid to Ronald Reagan, he gained a n
As meteorologists warn about a winter mix heading toward the Midlands, power companies are getting ready to handle potential power outages. Bob Paulling, CEO of Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative, explains their plan: "We'll have our initial meeting at four o'clock today to figure out what we'll need
On January 4, 2025, Bill Nye, known for his fun approach to teaching science, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden at the White House. This highest civilian honor in the U. S. recognizes individuals for making significant contributions to the country and the world. Bil
In the beginning of 2025, Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles faced a devastating fire. This area, known for its exclusive homes, is home to many celebrities. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, as well as Reese Witherspoon, are among the notable residents. Ben Affleck recently moved in, having bought his home
