The Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution succinctly states its purpose in 28 words: ‘The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.’ This single sentence forms the foundation of American federalism. For approximately six...
Chinese President Xi Jinping recently met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang. During the meeting, the two leaders emphasized their strategic cooperation, while sidestepping the issue of North Korea’s nuclear weapons program. This meeting marked Xi’s first visit to North Korea in nearly seven years. It followed his discussion with President Trump...
Frank Bisignano, the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), will address Congress this week to report improvements at the agency. Responding to earlier criticisms about staffing cuts and long wait times, Bisignano aims to reassure lawmakers about the SSA’s customer service enhancements. Focus on Service Improvements During a scheduled House Ways and Means Committee...
The Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona captivates with its unique architecture featuring sandcastle-like spires and lush, stone-carved flora. Even regular visitors find themselves marveling at its many treasures. The Enigmatic Façades Josep Turull, the Catalan rector of Sagrada Familia, points out the façades filled with religious scenes and symbols. These details offer both clarity and...
The Trump administration’s appeal to report displays at national parks critical of Americans sparked controversy. In 2025, visitors submitted comments to criticize the initiative itself, according to an Associated Press analysis of 35,000 comments. A park visitor in North Carolina labeled the effort ‘un-American’ while another in Theodore Roosevelt National Park criticized the attempt to...
The White House has long been associated with various sports activities. From Teddy Roosevelt’s boxing matches to Dwight D. Eisenhower’s putting green, presidents have integrated sports into their personal and public lives. However, the current event hosted by President Donald Trump marks a historic shift. Trump’s Birthday UFC Event This Sunday, to celebrate President Trump’s...
The FBI has confirmed that a woman accused of using dating apps to victimize older men will be extradited from Mexico to the United States. Aurora Phelps, 44, holding both U.S. and Mexican citizenship, faces federal charges in the U.S. for a scheme that reportedly led to multiple deaths and substantial financial losses. Details of...
In Atlanta, the tragic murder of a 66-year-old great-grandmother, Margaret Swan, on a train has prompted federal charges against John Elijah Matthews. Her daughter’s grief underscores urgent questions about transit security. As Bruce Levell, former MARTA operations chairman, highlights, safety concerns on this busy transit system are increasing. Recent violent incidents in major U.S. cities...
The relationship between Serbia and the United States has seen significant changes during President Donald Trump’s tenure. President Aleksandar Vučić of Serbia highlighted this shift, noting a transformation in public perception among Serbians. The memories of the 1999 NATO bombing are still strong, yet there is a growing positive sentiment towards the U.S. In an...
Emily Blunt may be a supreme being, based on her performances in films like “The Devil Wears Prada”. This notion is explored by Steven Spielberg in his latest film “Disclosure Day”, which centers on extraterrestrial encounters. Spielberg’s work would likely delight “X-Files” character Fox Mulder, as it suggests the truth may not be as frightening...